| Aims | Objectives | Methods | Outcomes | Outputs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| To investigate the impact of social media, specifically Instagram, on the well-being of teenagers and propose a redesigned version that addresses their unique needs and challenges. | 1. Examine existing literature and studies on the effects of social media on teenagers. 2. Analyze current Instagram features and identify aspects contributing to potential harm. 3. Design and implement a survey and interviews to gather insights from teenagers, parents, and educators. 4. Develop a set of requirements for a teenager-centric Instagram version. Create wireframes and a prototype based on the identified requirements. | mixed-methods approach: comprehensive literature review, surveys, interviews, and prototype development to gain insights into the challenges teenagers face on Instagram and propose a tailored solution | The research aims to help to better understand how social media, especially Instagram, affects the well-being of teenagers. It will provide suggestions for making Instagram safer for users, with a focus on their mental health. | The research outputs will include a detailed literature review, a set of requirements for a teenager-friendly Instagram, wireframes, a prototype, and a comprehensive analysis of the potential impact of implementing the proposed changes on the well-being of teenagers. |
