Role of Economic-Related Groups in Enhancing Social Media Usage for Learning Economics among Higher Secondary School Students

Abstract

Social media has emerged as an effective learning platform for academic collaboration among students. Economic-related groups such as peer study groups, online Economics forums, and subject-based discussion groups play a vital role in promoting meaningful learning through social media. The present study examines the role of economic-related groups in enhancing social media usage for learning Economics among higher secondary school students. A survey method was adopted, and the sample comprised 115 higher secondary school students studying Economics in Dharmapuri District. A self-developed tool was used for data collection. The data were analysed using descriptive statistics (Mean and Standard Deviation) and differential analysis (t-test). The findings reveal a moderate level of influence of economic-related groups on social media usage for learning Economics. Significant differences were found with respect to gender and locality, while no significant difference was observed based on type of school. The study highlights the importance of structured academic groups in promoting productive use of social media for Economics learning.