The Effect of WhatsApp Application on Saudi Electronic University Students' and the Role of Student Engagement on Academic Performance

Abstract: Digital applications have enhanced the educational experience and students performing. This paper discussed the effect of WhatsApp application on students engagement and its role on academic performance. The research addressed five hypotheses to determine the role of WhatsApp usage on student engagement. The paper also considered some influential factors that are affected using WhatsApp, including major. The intended research method the study would take was the quantitative approach using the survey to collect the data from the students. It aimed to understand the effect of major on the use of WhatsApp on student engagement and then students’ academic performance. The findings of this study would specifically participate in enhancing students engagement and their educational experiences. It would also provide educators with the importance use of technology to implement it in their teaching styles and learning process. Keywords: Student Engagement; Academic Performance; WhatsApp; Saudi Students; Saudi Electronic University. Title: The Effect of WhatsApp Application on Saudi Electronic University Students' and the Role of Student Engagement on Academic Performance Author: Abdullah AL HUSSAIN International Journal of Novel Research in Computer Science and Software Engineering ISSN 2394-7314 Vol. 10, Issue 1, January 2023 - April 2023 Page No: 12-17 Novelty Journals Website: www.noveltyjournals.com Published Date: 28-January-2023 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7578904 Paper Download Link (Source) https://www.noveltyjournals.com/upload/paper/The%20Effect%20of%20WhatsApp%20Application-28012023-2.pdfInternational Journal of Novel Research in Computer Science and Software Engineering, ISSN 2394-7314, Novelty Journals, Website: www.noveltyjournals.co