Political Voice of Young Malaysians: Online Political Participation among University Students
Journal Title: International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences - Year 2017, Vol 7, Issue 8
Abstract
The aim of this paper to provide insights on the extent of university students’ participation in politics through online involvement. This is a case study where a quantitative research design was deemed appropriate. From a response rate of 78%, the findings showed a high level of online political participation among the students at Universiti Teknologi MARA which were influenced by factors such as political interest, internet skills and communication through social media. The findings are significant in identifying future leaders in the political arena as well as to groom the youths for better contribution to the country’s socio-economic wellbeing.
Authors and Affiliations
Nadeya Zainon, Rugayah Hashim, Nursyahida Zulkifli
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