The Comprehension of Language Recognition Among Social Media Users in Jakarta

Living life and building relationships, an individual needs recognition that can generate respect and admiration from others. This research uses a quantitative method. The data was collected using a questionnaire distributed to 97 respondents with certain criteria. The validity test uses the Pearson Correlation statistical test. Cronbach’s Alpha statistical test was used to test reliability. Because the Cronbach’s Alpha value is 0.548 > 0.198 (Rtable), it can be concluded that the questionnaire is reliable or trustworthy as a data collection tool. The standard deviation of respondents’ answers is 6.580%. The total average score or mean is 57.51%, respondents’ level is at ENOUGH level (between 41%-60%). The results show that the level of understanding of Recognition Language among social media users in Jakarta is ‘enough’. There is still a lack of language of recognition between fellow students or even between teachers and students or in society, which finally culminates in bullying.