Fan Interaction and Idolatry: Exploring the Educational Implications of Social Media Platforms for Chinese Adolescents

Abstract

Amid the widespread integration of social media into the lives of Chinese youth, the intricate dynamics of fan interaction and idol worship have become a compelling focal point in this digital era. This research, rooted in the interdisciplinary fields of education and sociology, embarks on an in-depth exploration of the profound implications that fan interaction and idol worship phenomena hold for the education of Chinese adolescents within the expansive realm of social media platforms. A meticulous examination of relevant literature uncovers that these platforms function as tools for information dissemination and serve as significant arenas where adolescents actively shape their identities and values. Against the dynamic backdrop of the digitized social media landscape, this study aims to meticulously uncover and analyze the potential impact of fan interaction and idol worship on the education of Chinese adolescents, presenting innovative perspectives that could reshape the discourse within the field of education.