Restricting Social Media: Can Indonesia Adopt Australia’s Approach?

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10.2991/978-2-38476-374-0_12How to use a DOI?

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Social Media in Education; Australia Approach; Indonesia Approach

Abstract

The widespread use of social media among students has sparked debates about its implications for education and mental health. This study explores the potential of implementing Australia’s policy, which bans social media use for children under 16, in the Indonesian context. Indonesia’s education system heavily integrates technology, including social media, for learning, collaboration, and creative expression, creating a need for policies that balance its benefits with mitigating risks such as distraction, mental health issues, and exposure to inappropriate content. Using the literature study method, this research reviews existing academic works and reports to analyze the impact of social media use and restrictions on education. Findings suggest that while Australia’s approach may improve mental well-being and academic focus, implementing a similar policy in Indonesia presents unique challenges, including digital divides and the reliance on social media for educational purposes. Proposed solutions include focusing restrictions on children under 10 and introducing specialized educational devices to foster a safer and more equitable digital learning environment. These strategies aim to enhance the integration of technology in education while safeguarding students’ developmental needs. The study concludes with recommendations for tailored policies that align with Indonesia’s educational and technological landscape.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Soraya Nuron Jamil
AU  - Siti Zulaikha
AU  - Desi Rahmawati
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/03/13
TI  - Restricting Social Media: Can Indonesia Adopt Australia’s Approach?
BT  - Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Environmental Learning Educational Technologies (ICELET 2024)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 129
EP  - 136
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-374-0_12
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-374-0_12
ID  - Jamil2025
ER  -