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Volume 1, Issue 1

Cybercrime Impact on Stem Students’ Educational Trajectories: Family Accounts as Vulnerable Targets

Imran A. Adeleke & Fatimah Y. Akinrinola, Olufemi Adebayo, Abiona &Temitope Olubowale

Abstract

This study examined the impact of cybercrime on family accounts and its implications
for STEM students' educational pursuits. Two research questions and corresponding
hypotheses were formulated to provide deeper insights into the study. Using a
descriptive survey design, data were collected through an online Google Form
questionnaire. A total of 73 students were conveniently sampled from a Lagos State
University of Education. Data were analyzed using frequency tables and chi-square.
The findings revealed a significant impact of cybercrime on family accounts (?2 =
44.745, p < 0.05) and a significant effect of cybercrime on STEM students' interest in
their academic pursuits (?2 = 47.499, p < 0.05). Based on these findings, it is
recommended that families undergo orientation sessions and recognize cybercrime as
a serious offense that not only jeopardizes individual and family security but also
impacts broader societal dynamics. Building awareness about cybersecurity measures
and promoting confidentiality within family financial discussions could mitigate the
negative impact of cybercrime on STEM students' educational aspirations.

Keywords

cybercrime, family accounts, STEM students, interest, and pursuit.

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