WHY?
To find out if smartphone addiction harms the academic performance of Junior Semester 2
students at Eelo University, and to find solutions for responsible use.
WHO?
Participants: Junior Semester 2 students at Eelo University
Affected: Students, teachers, parents, and the university
Info providers: Students and lecturers
WHAT?
The study investigates the relationship between smartphone addiction (independent
variable) and academic performance (dependent variable), including effects on grades,
concentration, study time, and attendance.
WHERE?
Main location: Eelo University
Broader impact: Local (Eelo University), National (Somaliland/Somalia), International (global
education issue)
WHEN?
Data collection: July 2026 – August 2026
Time frame: Current issue, comparing students with high vs. low smartphone usage