Abellera, Virniña Rose. Apat, Edel Fiona. Gorriceta, Kurt Vincent. Olavides, Aumir Glen. Sobrevega, Chloe Margarette. text Iloilo City] [Ateneo de Iloilo] c2026 monographic 37 p. The rapid rise of TikTok has transformed how Generation Z interprets and engages with political information. This research study examined the relationship between TikTok's algorithm and the political perceptions of Generation Z in Ateneo de Пloilo - Santa Maria Catholic School (ADI-SMCS). A quantitative correlational design was used, with data collected from 46 respondents aged 13-28 through a structured survey. Descriptive statistics and Pearson's correlation coefficient were applied to analyze the data. Results showed generally weak political perception, with mean scores of M = 2.43, M = 2.32, and M = 2.24 across variables. However, findings revealed strong and significant correlations between TikTok engagement and political perceptions (r = 0.564and r = 0.616, p = 0.000 ≤ 0.05). These findings have led to recommendations for policymakers and regulators of the platform, together with users and the institution, to increase precautionary measures. by Virniña Rose Abellera, Edel Fiona Apat, Kurt Vincent Gorriceta, Aumir Glen Olavides, and Chloe Margarette Sobrevega. 300-399 TikTok (Electronic resource) Social media—Political aspects Political participation Public opinion Political culture Youth—Political activity Generation Z. Algorithms Mass media and public opinion Ref 373.07 N1459 2026