El uso de Internet en la infancia y adolescencia ¿beneficioso o perjudicial?: un análisis comparativo entre China y los países occidentales

• Jing Guan ^[1] ; Yuke Liang ^[2] ; J.D. Tena ^[3]
  1. [1] Loughborough University

     Loughborough University

     Charnwood District, Reino Unido

     
  2. [2] Beijing Technology and Business University

     Beijing Technology and Business University

     China

     
  3. [3] University of Liverpool

     University of Liverpool

     Reino Unido

     

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• Localización: Papeles de economía española, ISSN 0210-9107, Nº 184, 2025 (Ejemplar dedicado a: La inteligencia artificial en el sistema educativo), págs. 163-177
• Idioma: español
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  • español

    Este estudio examina el impacto del uso de Internet en los resultados de aprendizaje y la salud de niños y adolescentes, con un enfoque comparativo entre países occidentales y China. Mientras que Internet ofrece oportunidades para mejorar el aprendizaje mediante diversos recursos, experiencias personalizadas y colaboración global, su uso excesivo conlleva riesgos como la dependencia, la reducción de la actividad física y la exposición a contenido perjudicial. Utilizando datos de China Education Panel Survey (CEPS) y China Family Panel Studies (CFPS), este estudio analiza cómo el uso de herramientas digitales influye en el rendimiento académico y en los resultados de salud. Nuestros resultados sugieren que un uso moderado de Internet tiene efectos positivos, mientras que el uso excesivo puede generar impactos adversos. Estos resultados están alineados con la literatura existente en países occidentales, lo que subraya la importancia de un uso equilibrado, la alfabetización digital y la seguridad en línea para maximizar los beneficios del acceso a Internet para los jóvenes estudiantes.

  • English

    This paper examines the impact of Internet use on the learning outcomes and health of children and adolescents, with a comparative focus on Western countries and China. While the Internet offers opportunities for enhanced learning through diverse resources, personalised experiences, and global collaboration, excessive use poses risks such as dependency, reduced physical activity, and exposure to harmful content. Using data from the China Education Panel Survey (CEPS) and the China Family Panel Studies (CFPS), this study analyses how digital use influences academic performance and health outcomes.

    Preliminary findings suggest that moderate Internet use positively affects individual outcomes, whereas excessive use may lead to adverse effects. These results align with existing literature from Western countries, highlighting the critical role of balanced usage, digital literacy, and online safety in maximising the benefits of Internet access for young learners.

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