LEVERAGING SOCIAL MEDIA FOR LANGUAGE TEACHING AND LEARNER ENGAGEMENT
Keywords:
social media, language teaching, learner engagement, Telegram, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, digital learning.Abstract
Social media platforms have transformed communication and learning in the 21st century. For language education, these tools offer innovative opportunities to enhance teaching methods and engage learners in meaningful ways. This article explores the potential of social media for language teaching, focusing on popular platforms like Telegram, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. It examines how these tools can be integrated into language curricula to promote interaction, foster collaboration, and provide authentic language exposure. Strategies for effective implementation and examples of best practices are also discussed.
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