UNIVERSITY OF ILORIN
FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS AND FARM
MANAGEMENT
OGUNDIRAN AYOMIDE OLAGOKE(20/10AC434), GROUP 4
Questionnaire: The Effects of Internet Use on Secondary School Students
Dear respondent,
This questionnaire is designed to evaluate “ The Effects of Internet Use on
Secondary School Students”, so as to aid the research and generate adequate
information. Please kindly fill with honesty and as appropriate.
INSTRUCTION: Please tick a box as appropriate and fill where necessary.
Section A: Demographic Information
1. AGE : 12-14( ) 15-17( ) 18-19( )
2.GENDER: Male( ) Female( ) Other( )
3.CLASS: J.S.S 1-3( ) S.S.S 1-3( )
4.ACCESS TO THE INTERNET: Yes( ) No( )
If yes, how do you usually access it? Phone( ) Laptop( ) Tablet( ) Others( )
Section B: Internet Usage Habits
5. How often do you use the internet?: Daily( ) A few times a week( ) Once a week( )
Rarely( )
6. On average, how many hours do you spend online per day?: Less than 1 hour( ) 1-
3 hours( ) 3-5 hours( ) Others( )
7. Where do you primarily use the internet?: Home( ) School( ) Public places( )
Other(Please specify)
8. What is the main purpose of your internet use? (Select all that apply):
Schoolwork/Research( ) Social Media( ) Entertainment( ) Online Gaming( )
Communication( ) Other (Please specify)
Section C: Educational Effects
9. How often do you use the internet for school-related purposes?: Daily( ) Weekly( )
Rarely( ) Never( )
10. Has the internet made it easier for you to complete your homework or
research?: Yes( ) No( ) Not sure( )
11. Do you feel distracted by the internet when studying or doing homework?:
Often( ) Sometimes( ) Rarely( ) Never( )
12. Do you think internet use has improved your academic performance?: Yes( ) No(
) Not sure( )
Section 4: Social and Emotional Effects
13. Which social media platforms do you use most frequently?: Facebook( )
Instagram( ) Tiktok( ) Whatsapp( ) Snapchat( ) Twitter( ) Other (Please specify)
14. Have you ever been cyberbullied or experienced any negative behavior online?:
Yes( ) No( ) Prefer not to say( )
15. How does internet use affect your social interactions in real life?: Positively( )
Negatively ( ) No noticeable effect( )
16. Do you feel anxious or stressed when you are unable to access the internet?: Yes(
) No( ) Sometimes( )
Section 5: Health and Well-being
18. Do you often experience sleep disturbances because of late-night internet use?:
Yes( ) No( ) Sometimes( )
19. Do you take breaks from the internet to relax or exercise?: Yes( ) No( )
Sometimes( )
20. Have you noticed any physical issues from prolonged internet use(e.g.,
headaches, eye strain)?: Yes( ) No( ) Sometimes( )
Section 6: Parental and School Involvement
21. Do your parents/guardians monitor your internet usage?: Yes( ) No( )
Sometimes( )
22. Do you feel that internet usage at school is well-regulated?: Yes( ) No( ) Not
sure( )
23. Have you received guidance at school on responsible internet use?: Yes( ) No( )
Section 7: General Perceptions
24. In general, do you think the internet has a positive or negative effect on your
life?: Mostly positive( ) Mostly negative( ) A mix of both( )
25. Do you believe internet use is necessary for success in school and social life?:
Yes( ) No( ) Not sure( )
