Author(s): Chukwuere, J. E.
This study aimed to discover the impact of social media platforms on students’ social interaction. Students’ interaction with other people allows them to analyse their thoughts, reflect on their experiences, and find solutions. Social interaction advances students’ learning ability and adaptation in society. It helps to shape their knowledge and social participation. At the same time, social media platforms allow students to connect, network, and communicate. This study applied quantitative research methodology using a questionnaire to determine the impact of social media platforms in facilitating students’ social interaction in their daily lives. The study findings empower students to understand that social media platforms promote social interaction, but it encourages physical distance among friends in a meeting or an event.