Research Article Details

Citation Journal Title: International Jordanian journal Aryam for humanities and social sciences; IJJA

Citation Title: The Impact of Social Media Usage on Study Habits Among Moroccan High School Students

Citation Author: Karim Boulaine *, Mohamed El zrek

Citation Affiliation: ESEF, Ibn Tofail University in Kénitra, Morocco, Faculty of Education Sciences, Mohamed V University in Rabat, Morocco

Citation Volume: 8

Citation Issue: 1

Citation Year: 2026

Citation DOI: https://doi.org/10.65811/811?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Citation PDF: https://aijj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IJJA-VOL8-ISSUE-1-NO1-2025-PP-1-26.-PDF-1.pdf

Received Date: 7 Jan 2026

Revised Date: 26 Feb 2026

Accepted Date: 2 March 2026

Publication Date: 10 March 2026

First Page: 1

Citation Abstract: With the rise of digital technology, social media has become one of the most widely used platforms worldwide. These websites offer diverse features and engaging content for users. Teenagers are among the main users of social media, mostly for entertainment, which raises concerns about its possible impact on their study habits. While previous studies have examined the effect of social media on students’ performance, limited attention has been given to its influence on their study habits. Therefore, this study aims to examine the relationship between social media use and the study habits of Moroccan high school students. A quantitative research design was adopted to collect data through a self-reported questionnaire administered to 91 students. After collecting the data, SPSS was used for descriptive and inferential analyses, namely correlation and regression. To test the hypothesis, Pearson’s correlation coefficient test and a multiple linear regression were conducted. The findings suggest that social media use has a significant impact on students’ study habits. This study relied solely on a self-reported survey for data collection. It contributes to the existing literature, especially within the Moroccan context. It also aims to raise awareness among educational stakeholders about the effects of social media on students’ study habits and, consequently, their academic performance.

Citation Keywords: Moroccan high school students, social media usage, study habits.

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