THE INFLUENCE OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON MORALS IN GENERATION Z

Abstract

The development of information and communication technology, particularly social media, has altered the paradigm of social and cultural interaction among the younger generation. Generation Z, born between 1997 and 2012, is a generation that is highly familiar with the digital world. They live in an era where social media platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and WhatsApp have become an integral part of daily life. Social media is not only a means of entertainment, but also a source of information, communication, and the formation of self-identity. Analyzing the influence of social media on the morals of Generation Z, identifying the positive and negative aspects of the use of media in shaping the morals of Generation Z. The method employed is a literature review of various reference sources, including journals, websites, and books. A literature review contains reviews, summaries, and the author's thoughts on several sources of literature (can be articles, books, slides, information from the internet, etc.) on the topic being discussed. It is usually placed in the first chapter. The results of research conducted by other researchers can also be included as a comparison of the results of the research that will be conducted here. All statements and/or research results that do not come from the author must be cited, and the procedure for referring to the source of the literature follows the set rules. The influence of social media on the morals of Generation Z includes shidiq, amanah, tabligh, and fatihonah. The positive aspect of using social media as a means of communication, as recommended in the Qur'an, is closely related to the qualities of the Prophet SAW, who serve as examples for us, namely Shidiq, Amanah, Tabligh, and Fatonah.  The negative aspect of social media use is the entry of an un-Islamic global culture. The Influence of Social Media on Morals in Generation Z. Thus, the results of these findings provide a view on how the Qur'an can be a source of inspiration to develop responsible and ethical communication behavior in a digital environment.