Students’ Perceptions towards the Impact of Social Media on their Culture.

Abstract

The impacts of social media on our society and education institutions are undoubtedly overwhelming. Students in Algeria are becoming more and more addicted to social media and its applications for various reasons. This in return can impact their social and cultural values negatively. Therefore, the present study aims to assess the negative impact of social media on our youth’s culture. The study uses a quantitative method using a questionnaire distributed to 20 third year EFL students at Ibn Khaldoun University of Tiaret. The findings reveal the following: Social media refines how young people think, interact, communicate, and view the world around them.