Investigating the Impact of Technology and Social Networks on Student Engagement in Universities: A Narrative Review Study
| Author | Meysam Abdali | en |
| Author | Esmayil Zeynali | en |
| Author | Khalil Kalavani | en |
| Orcid | Khalil Kalavani [0000-0002-7869-7931] | en |
| Issued Date | 2026-03-31 | en |
| Abstract | Context: Given the increasing use of technology and social networks among students, and their substantial influence on academic interactions, this narrative review examines the effects of social networks on student engagement in universities. It synthesizes both the positive and negative effects of social networks across academic, cultural, and civic dimensions within a comprehensive framework. Evidence Acquisition: In 2025, a comprehensive narrative review was conducted using the framework proposed by Arksey and O'Malley. Scientific databases, relevant reports, cited sources, and manually identified texts were searched. Two reviewers applied the inclusion and exclusion criteria, and disagreements were resolved through discussion or consultation with a third reviewer. Data were extracted using a standardized form and were organized thematically in tables. Results: Social networks function as a double-edged sword. They can enhance student engagement by facilitating academic communication, increasing cultural participation, and strengthening civic campaigns. Conversely, they may reduce academic focus, increase social isolation, and diminish trust in academic institutions. Individual student characteristics and university policies moderate the direction and magnitude of these effects. Conclusions: University administrators should implement evidence-informed policies that leverage the benefits of social networks while mitigating their adverse effects. By identifying individual characteristics and institutional policies as key moderating factors, this review provides a practical framework for managing social network use at universities in the digital era. | en |
| DOI | https://doi.org/10.69107/amh-165971 | en |
| URI | https://brieflands.com/journals/amhsr/articles/165971 | en |
| Keyword | Technology | en |
| Keyword | Social Networks | en |
| Keyword | Students | en |
| Keyword | University | en |
| Keyword | Engagement | en |
| Publisher | Brieflands | en |
| Title | Investigating the Impact of Technology and Social Networks on Student Engagement in Universities: A Narrative Review Study | en |
| Type | Review Article | en |
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