MASS MEDIA: THE USE AND MISUSE AMONG STUDENTS IN HIGHER INSTITUTIONS IN EKITI STATE

Abstract

The study examined the use and misuse of mass media among students in higher institutions in Ekiti State. The study also identified the types of mass media, characteristics of mass media. The paper adopted descriptive analytical research design of data collection since it is basically an evaluative study. It was concluded that, mass media has been playing an important aspect that cannot be pushed aside in this generation among the students in higher institutions which seems to contribute either positively or negatively to their academic performance. It was also concluded that the ideas and beliefs of students in higher institutions are shapes by increasing the use of mass media around the globe. It was recommended that parents should be alert of the student’s activities on social media and visual media. It was also recommended that lecturers should spend time with the students and pay attention to the student’s behavior. It was further recommended that teacher should motivate the students to participate in media awareness programs in communities and schools.