THE IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON LANGUAGE LEARNING
Keywords:
Social media, Language learning, Online communication, Language exposure,Cultural immersion, Language exchange,Informal learning, Motivation,Digital tools,Autonomous learning.Abstract
paper explores the influence of social media on language learning. It discusses how platforms such as YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and language exchange apps provide learners with increased exposure, real-time communication, and cultural immersion. Social media creates an engaging, informal environment that motivates learners and supports independent study. While offering many benefits, the paper also addresses challenges like distractions, misinformation, and the overuse of informal language. The study concludes that social media can be a powerful tool for enhancing language skills when used responsibly and in combination with traditional learning methods.
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