Student Responses in Utilizing Social Media for Independent Learning: Insights from Physical Education Study Program Students

Imron Nugroho Saputro; Amanda Eka Rismawati

Authors

Imron Nugroho Saputro Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta
Amanda Eka Rismawati Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta

Keywords:

Respons, Social Media, Learning

Abstract

Background of study: Digital technology is now the main supporter of modern learning, with the internet and various digital media as popular learning resources that have great potential in increasing the effectiveness of the learning process.

Aims and scope of paper: This study aims to understand students' responses in using digital media as a learning resource and to examine its impact on improving their critical thinking skills towards social media.

Methods: This study uses a quantitative descriptive method with a survey approach and data analysis to describe the phenomena studied systematically. Data were collected using a questionnaire, then analyzed using descriptive statistical methods to describe the results systematically and structured.

Results: The results of the study show that social media is used by students as a source to find references related to lecture materials and references to work on assignments independently. Students said that social media as a source of independent learning has negative impacts, such as facilitating copy paste or plagiarism and causing laziness in thinking, which has the potential to weaken critical thinking skills. However, social media can also encourage critical skills by forcing students to choose accurate and reliable information.

Conclusion: The study shows that social media helps students find useful references, making it easier to understand materials and complete tasks. While it can lead to copy-pasting and reduced critical thinking, it also encourages students to choose reliable information, improving their analytical skills. The study highlights the need for students to use digital media effectively, critically assess information, and develop paraphrasing skills for better learning and critical thinking.

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