Smart and Sustainable Educational Management through Artificial Intelligence and Social Media: Implications for Junior College Students' Mental Health and Academic Performance

        Smart and Sustainable Educational Management through Artificial Intelligence and Social Media: Implications for                                                Junior College Students’ Mental Health and Academic Performance

                                                                                         Achal Rajwani

      Research Scholar, Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed to be University, Abhijit Kadam Institute of Management and Social Sciences,                                                                                                        Solapur

                                                                             Dr. Sambhaji B. Sawant

    Director & Research Guide, Bharati Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Abhijit Kadam Institute of Management and Social                                                                                     Sciences, Solapur

Abstract

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and social media technologies are reshaping modern educational ecosystems. While AI facilitates smart and sustainable educational management through automation, predictive analytics, and personalized learning, increasing social media engagement among junior college students raises concerns regarding mental health and academic performance. The research paper investigates the dual technological influence using a conceptual–analytical framework supported by secondary data (2020–2025) and modeled statistical analysis. Findings indicate a strong positive relationship between AI adoption and institutional efficiency, whereas excessive social media usage shows a significant negative association with students’ mental well-being and academic outcomes. The research paper concludes that balanced digital governance, AI literacy, and responsible social media regulation are essential for achieving sustainable educational transformation.

Keywords: Artificial Intelligence, Smart Education, Social Media, Mental Health, Academic Performance, Sustainable Management