The Effects of Social Media on Students (Grade 10 English / ICT)

Introduction

Social media has become a major part of students’ daily lives. Platforms such as Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube are commonly used for communication, entertainment, and even learning. While social media offers many benefits, excessive use can also affect students’ studies, mental health, and relationships. In this WebQuest, students will investigate both the positive and negative effects of social media and learn how to use it responsibly.

Task

Students will create a short essay, infographic, or presentation discussing the effects of social media on students. The project should include:

  • The advantages of social media
  • The disadvantages of excessive social media use
  • Examples of responsible online behavior
  • Tips for balancing social media and school responsibilities

Students will also share personal insights about how social media affects teenagers today.

Process
  1. Research different social media platforms commonly used by students.
  2. Identify the positive and negative effects of social media on learning, communication, and mental health.
  3. Read articles and watch videos about responsible social media use.
  4. Organize gathered information into key ideas and examples.
  5. Create an essay, infographic, or presentation about the topic.
  6. Present your output and explain how students can become responsible digital citizens.
Evaluation

Criteria

Excellent (10)

Good (8)

Fair (6)

Needs Improvement (4)

Content

Complete and accurate information

Mostly accurate

Some unclear details

Limited information

Creativity

Very creative and engaging

Creative

Simple presentation

Minimal effort

Organization

Ideas are clear and organized

Mostly organized

Some confusing parts

Disorganized

Presentation

Clear and confident delivery

Understandable presentation

Some difficulty presenting

Poor explanation

 

Conclusion

This WebQuest helped students understand that social media can both help and harm people depending on how it is used. Students learned the importance of responsible online behavior, time management, and digital awareness. Through this activity, learners are encouraged to use social media wisely while maintaining balance in their studies and personal lives.

Credits
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Teacher Information

This WebQuest is designed for Grade 10 students in English, ICT, or Media and Information Literacy subject areas.

Learning Objectives

By completing this WebQuest, students will be able to:

  • Understand the positive and negative effects of social media
  • Practice responsible and safe use of social networking platforms
  • Analyze how social media affects communication, learning, and mental health
  • Develop awareness about digital citizenship and online behavior
  • Create informative outputs that promote responsible social media use

Teaching Instructions

  • Divide students into individuals, pairs, or small groups
  • Guide students in researching reliable articles and online resources about social media
  • Encourage students to share personal observations and experiences appropriately
  • Allow students to create outputs such as posters, infographics, essays, or presentations
  • Use the rubric provided to assess content, creativity, organization, and presentation
  • Give students time to present and discuss their outputs in class or online

Tips for Teachers

  • Encourage open-minded and respectful discussions about social media experiences
  • Remind students to evaluate online information carefully and avoid fake news
  • Emphasize online safety, privacy, and responsible digital behavior
  • Provide examples of positive uses of social media in education and communication
  • Adjust activities depending on available devices, internet connection, and learning setup

 

 

- FLONE MAE D. GALAPON