THE INFLUENCE OF SOCIAL NETWORKING SITES TO THE INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS

OF THE STUDENTS

The Problem And Its SettingsBackground of the study

Social networking is the most popular online activity worldwide. Social networking accounted for nearly one in every five minutes spent online globally in October 2011, ranking as the most engaging online activity world-wide. Social networking sites now reach 82 percent of the world’s Internet population age fifteen and older that accessed the Internet from a home or work computer, representing 1.2 billion users around the globe.

Chapter 1

TOP 10 most Engaged Social Networking Markets Worldwide:1. Israel - 11 hours 2. Argentina - 10.7 hours 3. Russia - 10.4 hours4. Turkey - 10.2 hours5. Chile - 9.8 hours6. Philippines - 8.7 hours7. Colombia - 8.5 hours 8. Peru - 8.3 hours9. Venezuela - 7.9 hours10.Canada - 7.7 hours

United States - 6.9 hours per person

An Interpersonal Relationship is a relatively long-term association between two or more people. This association may be based on emotions such as love and liking, regular business interactions, or some other type of social commitments.

Interpersonal relationships take place in a great variety of contexts, such as family, friends, marriage, acquaintances, work, clubs, neighborhoods, and churches.

Statement of the ProblemThis study aims on determining the Influence of Social

Networking Sites to the interpersonal relationship of the students. Particularly, the researchers seek for the answers of the following questions:

•What is the level of utilization of the students in terms of using Social Networking Sites?

•What is the level of Interpersonal Relationship of students?

•Is there a significant relationship between the use of Social Networking Sites and Interpersonal Relationship of the students?

Hypothesis

There is no significant relationship between social networking sites and interpersonal relationships of the students.

REVIEW RELATED LITERATUREThis chapter contains the review of related literature of the study and the justification of the conceptual and research literature gathered from books, journals, researches and online sources.

A social networking site is a form of social network service created to encourage social relations among people with the use of the World Wide Web. It was created to be able to connect with friends easily and more comfortably, since we are now in a generation where internet is prevalent. We have been using these sites as it is part of our social norm.

The Different faces of Social Networking Sites(Beccai, Dec 2010)

Social Networking Sites

You are putting out information about your name, location, age, gender, and many other types of information that you may not want to let others know. Most people would say be careful, but no one can be certain at any given time. As long as people can know who you exactly are, then some can find ways to do you in.

Lack of Anonymity

Social Networking Sites

Improving Interpersonal Relationships(www.selfgrowth.com)

When you come to the realization that interpersonal relationships are based on needs then the steps following become simple and effective. To understand what a relationship is, how to bring one about, how to enhance one, and why relationships are diminished and lost, one must understand the power of a person’s needs. The most important things in the world, to us, are the things we believe that we need. The needs affect opinions, attitudes, and viewpoints. Generally we’re more aware of unfulfilled needs than the ones that are consistently met. Fundamental life needs in particular are so commonly accepted that we usually overlook them. No one is aware of the air breathed, the ground walked on, the water drunk, and yet these are the needs we miss most when gone. The key to good interpersonal relationships is simple once you understand the role that needs play in making a relationship weak, moderate, average, or strong.

Interpersonal Relationship

Problems arising out of interpersonal relationship (http://www.homeopathsaini.com)

Interpersonal relationships are a kind of give and take and understanding each other. Whenever, any difference of opinion surfaces between two individuals or among a group of people it affects the thought process of the person. Mind being the super computer of the human body works nonstop but throwing out signals constantly in the form of speech, emotions and gestures. Problems in interpersonal relationships give rise to feelings of bitterness, anger, hate and rancour. All these kind of negative emotions imbalances the thought process and bodily reactions of the person at the same time. Wrong or inappropriate decision making forms a part of the disturbed mind which further gives rise to so many unending chain reactions in the human mind their by spoiling the whole conducive atmosphere.

Interpersonal Relationship

Theoretical and Framework

Jean Piaget’s: Theory of Cognitive Development

Social Networks, as a form of social constructivism, have the potential to foster the interaction through which knowledge and meaning is constructed. Jean Piaget, the Gestalt philosopher in the Theory of Cognitive Development has informed educational theory for decades. Social interaction, according to Piaget, is one of the most important social tools by which students learn. Social Networks are a virtual extension of that essential social interaction. Social Networking and online learning communities are keeping the teachers and students connected in and out of the classroom. Social Networks also allow for the exchange of information and ideas do not only within the confines of a classroom, but across schools, districts, states and the world.

Social

Network

Sites

Interpersonal

Relationship

Conceptual Framework

Independent Variable Dependent Variable

Significance of the Study

The researchers determined the role of social networking sites on the social aspects of students.

Students

Social Networ

king Sites

Developers

Guidance CounselorsSchool Administrators

Future Researchers

Clinical Instructor

Parents

Definition of terms

Social Networking Sites (SNS)It focuses on building online communities of people who share interests

and/or activities, or who are interested in exploring the interests and activities of others. Social networking sites are web based and provide a variety of ways for users to interact. (Wikipedia)

Interpersonal Relationship (IPR)An interpersonal relationship is an association between two or more

people that may range from fleeting to enduring. This association may be based on inference, love, solidarity, regular business interactions, or some other type of social commitment. Interpersonal relationships are formed in the context of social, cultural and other influences.

Students of JPIICDA student is a learner, or someone who attends an educational

institution. The students of John Paul II College of Davao are the respondents for

this study.

Chapter 2

MethodologyResearch Design

Use descriptive - correlational research design.

Research SubjectsUse purposive sampling.

Research InstrumentUsed questionnaires and survey

forms as research instruments.

Scaling of Social Networking Sites and Interpersonal Relationship

Scale Verbal

Description

Range of Mean Interpretatio

n

5 Always

(Everyday)

4.51 – 5 Very high

4 Often

(Every Week)

3.51 – 4.50 High

3 Sometimes

(Every Month)

2.51 – 3.50 Moderate

2 Rarely

(Every Year)

1.51 – 2.50 Low

1 Never 0 – 1.50 Very low

Data Gathering Procedure•The researchers will distribute a survey form to each section in order to determine the users of social networking sites and must be accomplished within two to three days;

•An officer of each section will be selected to distribute the questionnaires;The copies of the main questionnaire will depend on the number of the respondents. However, extra copies will be reproduced if some respondents lost their questionnaires.

•The respondents will be given one day to answer the main questionnaire;

•An officer assigned of each section will collect the questionnaires;

•After the researchers collected the survey forms, a list of the respondents which are SNS users will be organized then copies of the main questionnaire will be produced;

•Once the deadline of the questionnaires arrived, the researchers will coordinate with the officers to retrieve all the questionnaires completely;

•The questionnaires gathered will contain all the needed data for the study and it will be organized, summarized, analyzed, and interpreted.

Statistical TreatmentThe researchers used the following statistical tools to analyze the results of the survey: Frequency is the number, proportion, or percentage of items in a particular category in a set of data, while Percentage is the proportion or share in relation to a whole. f  P = ------- x 100 % NWhere:P - Percentage.f - Number of respondents falling under a particular category.N - Total number of population. _ x = ∑x

nWhere:_X - Represents the sample meann - Represents the total number of respondentsx - Represents the frequency ∑ xyr = ---------- √∑x2 ∑y2

Chapter 3

DATA PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS OF FINDINGS

The following chapter will discuss the result of the designated methodologies outlined in the previous chapter. This chapter will begin with an overview of the exceptions made to the collected data. The research questions will be addressed through the calculation of the aforementioned descriptive statistics and the provision of the discussion chapter, where they will be compared and contrasted with each other and the information presented in the review of relevant literature.

First Variable UnderstudyThe table 2.1 shows the Influence of Social

Networking Sites to the Students of John Paul II College of Davao with a mean ranging from 4.25 to 2.20 with an overall mean rating of 3.20 which described as moderate.

The data also revealed that “I check my notification” got the highest mean rating of 4.25, which means it is High. The factors with the lowest mean rating is “I create group organization” with a mean rating of 2.20 and is interpreted as Low.

Influence of Social Networking Sites

Item Mean Interpretation

I log in to my favorite social networking site. 4.07 High

I change my profile name. 2.22 Low

I change my profile picture. 3.45 Moderate

I update my cover photo. 3.52 High

I update my status. 3.50 Moderate

I set-up my profile publicly. 3.05 Moderate

I check my notification. 4.25 High

I upload photo/s. 3.42 Moderate

I upload video/s. 2.50 Low

I tag picture and video. 2.95 Moderate

I like picture, video, status or fan page. 3.50 Moderate

I post comment/s. 3.60 High

I create group organization. 2.20 Low

I invite/request friend in social networking site. 2.75 Moderate

I use search box in searching other friends. 2.90 Moderate

I play my favorite social game/s. 2.72 Moderate

I visit my friend’s profile. 3.52 High

I chat with my friends. 3.80 High

I follow my friend’s updates. 3.10 Moderate I set my basic information (e.g birthday, address and etc.) visible to the

public. 3.02 Moderate

Mean Score 3.20 Moderate

Second Variable UnderstudyThe table 3 shows the Interpersonal

Relationship of the Students of John Paul II College of Davao with mean ranging from 4.32 to 2.97 with an overall mean rating of 3.75 which is relatively high.

The data also revealed that “I have close relationship with my friends” got the highest mean rating of 4.32, which means it is high. The factors with the lowest mean rating is “I include other people when planning” with a mean rating of 2.97 and is interpreted as low.

Interpersonal Relationship of the Students

Item Mean Interpretation

I like to be with other people. 3.85 High

I have close relationship with my friends. 4.32 High

I include other people when planning. 2.97 Low

I prefer to work with others. 3.32 Moderate

I hang-out with my friends and family. 3.42 Moderate

I find time to eat together with my family. 4.25 High

I attend in formal social activities. 4.05 High

I participate when there is a school activity. 3.52 High

I accept other points of view. 3.87 High

I find it easy to share my feelings with others. 4.02 High

I am open to get to know other group of friends. 3.52 High

I let other people know my feelings. 3.80 High

I balance my time with my family and friends. 3.45 Moderate

I obey my parent’s rules. 4.25 High

I let other people correct my actions/mistakes. 3.97 High

I easily trusted other people. 3.77 High

I give advice to my friends. 3.25 Moderate

I help people who are in need. 3.75 High

I communicate with my friends even if they are far. 3.82 High

I join social organizations (e.g. Youth for Christ, Red Cross, ect.) 3.90 High

Mean Score 3.75 High

Relationship/Difference between Variables Understudy

Variables NCompute

dr-value

Degree ofRelationship

Computed

t-value

CriticalValue

Decision

on HoSocial

Networking

Sites

40 0.78 High

correlation

relationship

8.64 2.021 Reject

Interpersonal

Relationship

40

The group was conducted to determine the Influence of Social Networking Sites to Interpersonal Relationship of the Students of John Paul II College of Davao, Davao City. Specifically, the study sought to answers the following questions:1.What is the level of utilization of the students in terms of

using Social Networking Sites?2.What is the level of Interpersonal Relationship of the

students?3.Is there a significant relationship between the use of

Social Networking Sites and Interpersonal Relationship of the

students?Based on the date presented, the following were the

findings of the study conducted.4.The level of utilization of the students in terms of using

Social Networking Sites got an overall mean rating of 3.20 described as moderate.

5.The level of Interpersonal Relationship got an overall mean rating of 3.75 describes as high.

6.There is a significant relationship between the use of Social Networking Sites and Interpersonal Relationship of the students.

Summary

Chapter 4

This research poses both opportunities and challenges for students and their perspective department. Because students are using channels like Facebook more intensely, they may not be engaging with the “real world” to the extent that they might have in the past. For students’ affairs, this could mean a change in tactics for engaging with their students, placing additional emphasis on outreach through social media channels to engage with their students. Institutions and department should seek to engage and connect through these channels rather than simply spouting information. If there is no two-way communication occurring, chances are that information is falling on deaf ears of students. With institutions seeking to cut cost and be more efficient than ever while maintaining effectiveness, using social media as a tool for engagement, education and development might prove to be one of the solutions to this difficult task.

Fortunately, social media appears to be where the students are, institution simply need to plug in and take advantage of all of the possibilities availed to them through this ever-evolving channels of communication.

Conclusion

Letter of Permission to Conduct the StudyMarch 2013

MS. APRIL B. EVANGELISTA, MBASchool DirectorJohn Paul II College of DavaoEcoland Drive, Matina, Davao City

Dear Ms. Evangelista,

The undersigned are third-year students in Bachelor of Science in Nursing at John Paul II College of Davao. As a course requirement, we should be able to submit a nursing research proposal at the end of the semester. In connection to that, the undersigned would humbly request your permission that our study and corresponding proposal will be conducted in this institution. The proposal study is entitled “The Influence of Social Networking Sites to Interpersonal Relationship of the Students”.

Furthermore, data gathering shall commence pending your approval. Thus, permission is requested to enable us to distribute the questionnaire to conduct our study. Your approval in this academic requirement is vital in the completion of the study.

God Bless and more power!

Respectfully yours;JOHN WALTHER ABEHBH S. LAUBANJOHN DOUGLAS E. PALABRICACANDICE C. MEDELLINPRINCESLY A. TULODThe Researchers

Noted By: MS. EMALYN D. SANTIESTIBAN, RN, MAN Advisor

Participant Information Sheet for the Students of John Paul II College of Davao

Project Title: THE INFLUENCE OF SOCIAL NETWORKING SITES TO INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS OF THE STUDENTS

Researchers: JOHN WALTHER ABEHBH S. LAUBAN, JOHN DOUGLAS E. PALABRICA, CANDICE C. MEDELLIN and PRINCESLY A. TULOD

Purpose:This research will gauge your use of Social Networking Sites and your current development of interpersonal relationships. You are being asked to participate because you are a college student at John Paul II College of Davao and 18 years of age or older and are eligible to participate. The information that will be gathered is related to your Social Networking Sites use and your relationships with others.

Procedures:You will be read a set of instructions on how to complete this survey, asked to complete this survey and then you will be finished.

Risks of Participation:There are no known risks associated with this project which are greater than those ordinarily encountered in daily life.

Confidentiality:After completing the survey your survey will be collected as part of a larger number of surveys, which will not be connected to your name in any way; everything will remain completely anonymous. The data will only be reported in aggregate form comparing different groups to one another, not individuals. Because you are not providing your name on the survey, there are no foreseen risks about maintaining your anonymity.

Completed surveys will be stored in a secured apartment unit until the point that 40 completed surveys are collected. The resultant data will be gathered to the primary researchers and stored in a secured apartment on a password protected computer which is only accessible by the researchers. This data will be kept for up to a semester after the completion of this study.

Compensation:If you have any questions about this research, please contact Ms. Candice C. Medellin, SN-III at 0933-505-5782 or Candice_medellin@yahoo.com.

Advisor Ms. Emalyn Santiestiban, RN, MAN and the Dean of the College of Nursing. Rights:

Participation in this study is voluntary. You may discontinue completing the survey at any time without reprisal or penalty.

By completing the survey, you are giving your consent to participate.

Survey QuestionnaireThe purpose of this survey is to find out the Influence of Social Networking Site into the Interpersonal Relationship of the Students.

The Group of student from the college of Nursing is composed of statements shown to be typical of some students and is designed to collect information concerning college students’ activities, interests, feelings, attitudes, aspirations, and relationships. The Assessment is designed to help students learn more about themselves and for colleges to learn how to assist students more effectively. The Group usefulness depends entirely on the care, honesty, and candor with which students answer the questions.

It will require up to 10 minutes for you to complete this questionnaire.

This table is answerable by checking the number that corresponds to your answers.5 – Always (Everyday)4 – Often (Every week)3 – Sometimes (Every month)2 – Rarely/Seldom (Every year) and 1 – Never

Social Networking Sites - Independent Variable

Items 5 4 3 2 1

I log in to my favorite social networking site.I change my profile name.I change my profile picture.I update my cover photo.I update my status.I set-up my profile publicly.I check my notification.I upload photo/s.I upload video/s.I tag picture and video.I like picture, video, status or fan page.I post comment/s.I create group organization.I invite/request friend in social networking site.I use search box in searching other friends.I play my favorite social game/s.I visit my friend’s profile.I chat with my friends.I follow my friend’s updates.

I set my basic information (e.g birthday, address and etc.) visible to the public.

Interpersonal Relationship - Dependent VariablesItems 5 4 3 2 1

I like to be with other people.I have close relationship with my friends.I include other people when planning.I prefer to work with others.I hang-out with my friends and family.I find time to eat together with my family.I attend in formal social activities.I participate when there is a school activity.I accept other points of view.I find it easy to share my feelings with others.I am open to get to know other group of friends.I let other people know my feelings.I balance my time with my family and friends.I obey my parent’s rules.I let other people correct my actions/mistakes.I easily trusted other people.I give advice to my friends.I help people who are in need.I communicate with my friends even if they are far.

I join social organizations (e.g. Youth for Christ, Red Cross, ect.)

The End