THE ROLE OF SOCIAL MEDIA IN TEACHING LANGUAGE
Keywords:
social media, language teaching, digital learning, online education, interactive learning, e-learning platforms.Abstract
In the digital age, social media has emerged as a powerful tool for language teaching and learning. This paper explores how platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok contribute to language acquisition. It discusses the benefits and challenges of using social media in educational contexts and highlights best practices for leveraging these platforms effectively.
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