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SCHOOL OF CRIMINOLOGY

Chapter 5

SUMMARY OF FINDINGS, CONCLUSION, AND RECOMMENDATION

This chapter presents the summary, conclusions, and

recommendations of the study. It aims to discuss the summary

of the findings, the conclusion, and also recommendations

that can help understand the study.

Summary of Findings

1. Profile of the Respondents

 All of the respondents are in the appropriate age

upon enrolling college.

 There are more male respondents than female

respondents who participated in this study.

 Most of the respondents’ mothers’ main occupation

is managing the household, performs domestic

duties, and is primarily responsible for taking

care of the family's needs. It also conveys the

idea that some of the respondents’ mothers had

landed on jobs to become financially capable and

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be able to provide support to the needs of their

family.

 Most of the respondents’ fathers have jobs related

to agriculture. It further means that most of the

respondents’ fathers have jobs that give them the

capability to become financially productive,

ensure the financial stability, and wellbeing of

their families.

 Almost all of the respondents have mobile phones

and some also make used of other digital devices

at home.

2. Social Media that the Respondents Used the Most

 Google is the most frequently used social media

platform among the respondents, followed by

Tiktok, YouTube, and Facebook.

3. Impact of Social Media to Criminology Students as

Perceived by the Respondents

 Basing on the assessment of the respondents,

social media had a certain level of impact on the

Criminology students’ academic endeavor. Moreover,

it generally means that using social media had

provided the respondents with various benefits,

such as developing skills and knowledge, enhancing

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interactions with peers and teachers, facilitating

academic activities, and fostering personal

relationships, leading to improved academic

performance and a preference for online learning

over face-to-face settings.

4. Mean Academic Performance of the Respondents as Reflected

in Their Final Grade During the 1st Semester SY 2022-2023

 Most of the respondents are identified as

academically accomplished students and their mean

academic performance is described as

“Accomplished”.

5. Correlating the Relationship Between the Respondents’

Profile and the Impact of Social Media to Criminology

Students as Perceived by the Respondents

 The respondents’ demographic profile does not

influence their perception on the impact of social

media to criminology students.

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Conclusion

In conclusion, the findings of the study suggest that

social media has a certain degree of influence on the

academic pursuits of Criminology students. The impact of

social media usage on their academic activities and overall

academic performance is believed to be relevant. However,

further research is necessary to determine the precise

extent of this influence and to identify specific mechanisms

through which social media affects academic activities.

Understanding these dynamics can aid in developing

strategies and interventions to promote a healthier and more

productive relationship between social media and the

academic endeavors of Criminology students.

Recommendations

1. The school may initiate programs that may educate

students about the potential benefits and pitfalls of

social media use. It may discuss the impact of

excessive screen time, cyberbullying, and the

importance of maintaining a healthy balance between

online and offline activities.

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2. Teachers may establish clear guidelines for social

media usage during collaborative learning activities.

They may encourage students to use social media

platforms as tools for communication, resource sharing,

and collaboration rather than for personal

distractions.

3. Teachers may remind students about the importance of

safeguarding their personal information and online

presence. They may encourage them to review their

privacy settings, avoid sharing sensitive information,

and exercise caution when interacting with others

online.

4. Teachers may encourage students to engage in respectful

and constructive online interactions. They may

emphasize the importance of empathy, tolerance, and

open-mindedness when communicating with peers online.

Promote the concept of digital citizenship.

5. The teachers, ss educators or facilitators, may model

healthy social media usage by using platforms

responsibly and purposefully. They may demonstrate

effective online communication and collaboration

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skills, showcasing the positive aspects of social media

in academic contexts.

6. The school’s administrators and educational leaders may

introduce and encourage the use of collaborative tools

and platforms specifically designed for academic

purposes. Platforms like Google Docs, Slack, or

Microsoft Teams may facilitate seamless communication

and collaboration while reducing the distractions

associated with traditional social media.

7. Parents and teachers may guide students to observe

effective time management techniques to help them

balance their academic workload and social media usage.

They may encourage the use of productivity apps or

techniques such as the Pomodoro Technique to promote

focused work and reduce the temptation of constant

social media checking.

8. The school may offer resources or workshops on digital

literacy, online safety, and healthy social media

practices. They may connect students with counseling

services or support groups if they are experiencing

negative effects of social media use.

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9. Students may also encourage themselves to reflect on

their social media habits and the impact they have on

their learning experience. They may prompt themselves

to assess the effectiveness of their social media use

and make necessary adjustments to enhance their

collaborative learning efforts.

10. A more in-depth investigation on the impact of

social media on the academic activities of students is

highly suggested. It may utilized a qualitative or

mixed method approach in order to generate a richer

pool of data that may pave way to widen understanding

about the phenomenon under study.