Authors:
Sukristina Alkasi , Sunanto Surya, Sutini Tohir, Siti Alpiah, Seli Oktapiana
Addresses:
Department of Education Management, University Pamulang, Pamulang, Indonesia.
Abstract:
The rapid growth of social media has shaped high school students’ behaviour and thinking, making ethical and responsible use essential. This community service program at SMA IT Darul Quran taught students about social media ethics and responsibilities. The workshops and interactive sessions focused on internet hazards, possibilities, and best practices for high school students. The participative method included theoretical presentations, case study discussions, and hands-on exercises. Pre- and post-program surveys, observational notes, and student reflections collected data. The pre-program study found that students were adept at social media but unaware of ethical standards and repercussions. Active group conversations and role-playing scenarios helped participants grasp internet etiquette, cyberbullying, privacy, Misinformation, and positive digital identities. Students’ awareness and attitudes improved significantly after the training, with 85% comprehending social media ethics better. Additionally, 90% felt more confident identifying and combating online unethical behaviour. This campaign emphasizes the need to teach digital literacy and ethics in schools to prepare children for the digital age. The program taught students to use social media responsibly and promote excellent online behaviour in their communities. We advocate expanding the curriculum to other schools and involving parents and educators to establish a more comprehensive digital ethics education framework.
Keywords: Social Media Ethics; Digital Responsibility; High School Education; Community Service; SMA IT Darul Quran; Digital Etiquette; Adolescents and Social Media; Privacy Violations.
Received: 03/05/2024, Revised: 10/07/2024, Accepted: 29/08/2024, Published: 07/12/2024
AVE Trends in Intelligent Social Letters, 2024 Vol. 1 No. 4 , Pages: 177–186