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SOCIAL MEDIA AND COLLEGE EDUCATION 1

The social media and college education

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Introduction

Over the past few decades, social media has gained credibility to be one of the most trusted sources of information and a platform where organizations can interact with their respective clients and audiences. Besides, education institutions have continued to adapt to the social media developments in their systems. They are relying on group resources and strategies for improving the lives of the student. Social media's presence in college learning has increased the student interactivity to the platform (Rafael et al., 2019). The platform has played a crucial role in connecting experts on the topics via the internet, and this has enabled college students to gain insight into what is happening around the world. The internet has assisted in researching various projects and equipping college students with the necessary knowledge and skills required in the current competitive market. College education has been a crucial element for the development of a country both socially and economically. Education has created chances for student s to engage in sports, which has positively impacted their career.

Impact of college education

College education has played a crucial role in lowering the rates of unemployment in most countries around the world. People with the opportunities to attend college have a higher chance of getting higher incomes and better livelihoods than high school or other level dropouts. Societies with a high level of educated individuals tend to have a lower rate of crimes. College education has played a crucial role in enhancing a healthier and quality lifestyle. According to research from several institutions, people with higher education levels have a third lower risk of being diagnosed with heart disease. Experimentation and diversity are some of the benefits accrued by attaining higher education. The students get a platform to experiment with what they intend to do and assess whether they align with their capabilities and passion. In additional, socializing and networking are other crucial impacts and significance of attaining higher education. Attending college provides the student with the opportunities and space to meet and interact with like-minded people who may be either mentor or a peer basis. Education is a crucial tool and stage that every individual must go through while pursuing their careers. It enables an individual to undergo a personal development of skills that end up in a workforce translation. Extracurricular students also get a platform to learn their arts, sports, and hobbies, and thus, they are assisted personally in their life and connecting with others. College education has also led to better communication among individuals. Students are required to attend to some assignments, turn in discussions, and speak in front of others, leading to improved speaking, communication, networking, and group communication (Hayes, 2020). College education has also played a crucial role in enhancing the economic growth of any country. Other impacts accrued from a college education include career entry and advancement, a greater sense of discipline, enhancement of critical thinking skills, and environmental and societal benefits.

How college education promotes quality living standards

A person who has attended college can maintain good hygiene and living standards compared to non-learned individuals. The individual is taught about the importance of fitness and healthy living. Healthy living allows one to feel better mentally. Regular exercise creates a platform where individuals can lift themselves and feel better after a tiresome or depressing experience. Healthy living allows the individual to save on the costs involved in eating junk food, drinking sugary foods, smoking, and other expensive habits. Individuals who opt for better living habits are prone to fewer health problems compared to others. Healthy living implies that the individual can introduce new habits that will improve their health. The person can mind what they eat and drink, thus reducing the chances of suffering from chronic diseases. Sleeping well and managing stress is another form of healthy living. It ensures that the patient gets ample time to relax and keep away from daily issues affecting their lives (Braumüller, 2020). The patient benefits from relaxing, sleeping well, and reducing stress since they lower their chances of suffering from depression. People who practice a healthy living style are always on the front line to get tested for the diseases that affect people of their age, such as cancer, diabetes, and high blood pressure.

How individuals benefit from sporting activities in college

Well-structured and organized sports and ongoing physical activities can be accompanied by huge benefits for the students and young teenagers. Sports come up with positive experiences where an active lifestyle plays a crucial role in an individual's life. According to executed research through educational institutions, many athletes and children who engage in physical activities have been proven to do well academically. Sporting is a crucial element in teaching and developing teamwork and problem-solving skills among individuals. Physical fitness equips college students and young teens with could physical and psychological health. Sports also boost the self-esteem of individuals and reducing the pressure and stress with various sports.

Conclusion

In summary, over the past few decades, social media has gained credibility to be one of the most trusted sources of information and a platform where organizations can interact with their respective clients and audiences. College education has played a crucial role in lowering the rates of unemployment in most countries around the world. People with the opportunities to attend college have a higher chance of getting higher incomes and better livelihoods than high school or other level dropouts. Societies with a high level of educated individuals tend to have a lower rate of crimes. College education has played a crucial role in enhancing a healthier and quality lifestyle. As an individual, traveling enables one to broaden their perspective. There is nothing that can change how one views life apart from experiencing and seeing new ways people live. The individual traveling is also enabled to learn ways to live the moment.

References

Gilchrist, P., & Wheaton, B. (2017). The social benefits of informal and lifestyle sports: A research agenda.

Braumüller, B. (2020). Young adults' perceptions of the relevance of interaction on social online networks for sports activities. European Journal for Sport and Society, 17(3), 231-249.

Hayes, M. (2020). Social media and inspiring physical activity during COVID-19 and beyond. Managing Sport and Leisure, 1-8.

Pilar, P. M., Rafael, M. C., Félix, Z. O., & Gabriel, G. V. (2019). Impact of sports mass media on the behavior and health of society. A systematic review. International journal of environmental research and public health, 16(3), 486.