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75 unresolved questions extracted from the limitations and future-work sections of 646 Education, Sociology, Communication Studies papers in our library. Each links back to the study that raised it.

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  • There is a lack of understanding of how Sociology students of Sriwijaya University interpret flexing on social media. The study aims to fill this gap by analyzing the phenomenon of flexing in this specific context.

    Flexing di Media Sosial: Antara Gaya Hidup dan Tekanan Sosial pada Mahasiswa Sosiologi Universitas Sriwijaya · 2026 · DOI

  • The study faces challenges in terms of the complexity of the topic and the need for nuanced methodology. The study must navigate the limitations of self-reported data and the potential for biases in the sample. The study must also consider the ethical implications of researching social media use and democratic attitudes.

    Sociálne médiá, vláda a (ne)podpora demokracie: Ako online priestor formuje postoje na Slovensku · 2026 · DOI

  • Communication barriers hinder social integration and the success of the transmigration program. The identified barriers are multidimensional, including language differences, cultural gaps, limited access to information, and psychological factors.

    Manajemen Komunikasi dalam Mengatasi Hambatan Komunikasi Transmigran Jawa di Daerah Tujuan · 2026 · DOI

  • The fast fashion industry's environmental and social impact. The influence of social media and influencer marketing on consumption patterns. The need for sustainable and transparent fashion practices.

    Pola Perubahan Perilaku Pembelian: Pergeseran Fast Fashion ke De-Influencing pada Generasi Z · 2026 · DOI

  • The spread of misinformation on social media. The lack of digital literacy and critical thinking skills among students. The need to integrate digital literacy and AI literacy programs into the academic curriculum.

    PENGARUH AI DI MEDIA SOSIAL TERHADAP PENYEBARAN HOAKS DAN PERSEPSI KEPERCAYAAN MAHASISWA PROGRAM STUDI KOMPUTERISASI AKUNTANSI UNIVERSITAS SRIWIJAYA · 2026 · DOI

  • The implementation of a free-market economy has intensified competition among companies. Companies are required to ensure the sustainability of their operations through appropriate policies and strategies. Students' understanding of business combination practices remains limited.

    Education on Business Partnerships for Corporate Sustainability at Kristoforus 2 in West Jakarta · 2026 · DOI

  • The digital divide is a challenge for government communication. Limited human resources are a challenge for content production. The use of social media platforms is a challenge for government communication.

    Strategi Komunikasi Pemerintah Kabupaten Tapanuli Selatan melalui Media Sosial dalam Mensosialisasikan Program 1000 Kolam · 2026 · DOI

  • The study identifies several challenges faced by candidates in the 2024 Tanjungpinang mayoral election, including the need to adapt to the characteristics of young voters and to develop effective political communication strategies. The research highlights the importance of understanding the needs and aspirations of first-time voters in order to develop effective political messages.

    Strategi Komunikasi Politik Lis Darmansyah dan Raja Ariza dalam Mendapatkan Dukungan Pemilih Pemula pada Pilkada 2024 · 2026 · DOI

  • The effectiveness of institutional communication cannot be assessed solely from the perspective of the communicating organization. There is a need to understand how different audiences access, receive, evaluate, and respond to institutional information.

    AUDIENCE RECEPTION AND EVALUATION OF UNIVERSITY COMMUNICATION: EVIDENCE FROM TRADE UNION UNIVERSITY, VIETNAM · 2026 · DOI

  • The relationship between social media use, lifestyle, and financial planning as a mediator of young people's financial awareness is not well understood. There is a lack of research on the 'stylish but broke' phenomenon and its relationship to financial awareness.

    Stylish but Broke: The Relationship between Social Media Self-Presentation, Lifestyle, and Financial Planning as a Mediator of Young People's Financial Awareness · 2026 · DOI

  • Although second accounts are frequently used as a medium for self-disclosure, previous studies on the relationship between extraversion personality, interpersonal trust, and self-disclosure among Instagram second account users, particularly Generation Z, have yielded inconsistent findings, indicating the need for further investigation.

    PENGUNGKAPAN DIRI PADA GEN Z PENGGUNA SECOND ACCOUNT INSTAGRAM DITINJAU DARI KEPRIBADIAN EKSTROVERT DAN KEPERCAYAAN INTERPERSONAL · 2026 · DOI

  • The study identifies a gap in the understanding of the influence of the political marketing mix and social media utilization on voters' decision-making. The research highlights the need to analyze the role of digital technology in shaping voting decisions.

    KINERJA BAURAN PEMASARAN DAN MEDIA SOSIAL TERHADAP KEPUTUSAN MEMILIH PADA PILKADA KOTA BANDAR LAMPUNG · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research can explore the phenomenon of celebrity politics in other contexts. Further studies can investigate the impact of social media on political participation among young voters.

    CELEBRITY POLITICS DAN PARTISIPASI PEMILIH MUDA · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in the understanding of the phenomenon of celebrity politics in the context of the 2024 Indonesian legislative election. The paper highlights the need to analyze the effective digital political communication strategy used by Once Mekel.

    CELEBRITY POLITICS DAN PARTISIPASI PEMILIH MUDA · 2026 · DOI

  • Penelitian lanjutan perlu dilakukan untuk membandingkan strategi branding perguruan tinggi di ranah digital dengan strategi branding di ranah offline. Penelitian lanjutan perlu dilakukan untuk mempelajari bagaimana strategi branding perguruan tinggi di ranah digital dapat mempengaruhi keputusan calon mahasiswa dalam memilih perguruan tinggi.

    Strategi branding perguruan tinggi dalam meningkatkan kepercayaan calon mahasiswa · 2026 · DOI

  • Penelitian sebelumnya belum banyak membahas tentang strategi branding perguruan tinggi di ranah digital. Penelitian sebelumnya belum banyak membahas tentang bagaimana persepsi kepercayaan calon mahasiswa terbentuk melalui komunikasi digital.

    Strategi branding perguruan tinggi dalam meningkatkan kepercayaan calon mahasiswa · 2026 · DOI

  • The sample size was limited to a more reachable and time-efficient figure. The researchers sought advice from their statistician as regards limiting the mentioned sample size.

    AN ASSESSMENT ON THE DIGITAL FACEBOOK PAGE AS MEANS OF INFORMATION DISSEMINATION · 2026 · DOI

  • The study aims to fill the gap in the existing literature on the use of social media for information dissemination in the local government units. The study aims to assess the level of engagement of barangay citizens in using the Official Facebook page of their barangay.

    AN ASSESSMENT ON THE DIGITAL FACEBOOK PAGE AS MEANS OF INFORMATION DISSEMINATION · 2026 · DOI

  • The transformation of broadcasting media in the digital era requires local Islamic propagation institutions to adapt to media convergence. There is a need to optimize digital dakwah to remain relevant.

    Strategi Konvergensi Media TV Assunnah Cirebon dalam Optimalisasi Dakwah Digital · 2026 · DOI

  • The study's sample is limited to the Slovak population. The study's findings may not be generalizable to other contexts. The study's methodology may have limitations, such as the use of self-reported data.

    Sociálne médiá, vláda a (ne)podpora demokracie: Ako online priestor formuje postoje na Slovensku · 2026 · DOI

  • A comprehensive framework integrating digital literacy, ethical engagement, and core values in character development remains underdeveloped. The study aims to bridge the gap between existing studies on digital literacy, ethical engagement, and core values in character development.

    An Educational Framework for Character Development among Secondary School Students in Engaging with Social Media in Malaysia · 2026 · DOI

  • The study identifies a gap in the existing literature on communication management in transmigration contexts. The research aims to address this gap by analyzing the role of communication management in overcoming communication barriers.

    Manajemen Komunikasi dalam Mengatasi Hambatan Komunikasi Transmigran Jawa di Daerah Tujuan · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research should investigate the effectiveness of media literacy programs in social studies education. Future research should explore the use of critical pedagogy in other subjects. Future research should examine the impact of social media on social studies education.

    Critical Advertising Production Using Digital Technologies in Social Studies: A Media Literacy Study · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need to develop media literacy skills in social studies teacher candidates. There is a lack of research on the application of critical pedagogy in social studies education.

    Critical Advertising Production Using Digital Technologies in Social Studies: A Media Literacy Study · 2026 · DOI

  • The study is limited to a qualitative literature review, which may not provide an exhaustive understanding of the phenomenon. The paper relies on existing literature, which may have its own limitations and biases.

    Dampak Penggunaan Media Sosial terhadap Perilaku Sosial dalam Literasi Digital Generasi Z · 2026 · DOI

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