https://doi.org/10.21852/sem.1893
The aim of this study was to analyse the behaviours of primary school students regarding the use of the Internet, social media, and mobile devices. The study was conducted in 2024 at a municipal primary school in the Podlaskie Voivodeship. A total of 80 students participated in the survey, including 43 girls (53.8%) and 37 boys (46.2%) from grades 6-8. The questionnaire was original, anonymous, and voluntary, completed in paper form after obtaining parental consent and the approval of the school administration. The results indicate that most students use the Internet daily for 1–4 hours, primarily for gaming and entertainment, although a substantial proportion also use it for educational purposes and social interaction. Students are largely aware of the risks associated with excessive Internet use, including addiction, impaired academic performance, online hate, and personal data theft. At the same time, they value face-to-face interactions with their peers and use the Internet to foster a sense of belonging and for leisure. The findings highlight the importance of digital education in municipal primary schools, particularly in promoting online safety and supporting the development of digital competences and the responsible management of time spent online. Ethical principles were observed throughout the study, ensuring anonymity and voluntary participation while safeguarding students’ privacy and autonomy.
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