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4�1�4�1 Social Media Platforms tively used for a user’s language learning and
Social media platforms are highly relevant development.
for English language learning due to the vast 1. Facebook: Facebook is a social media
amount of content available in English, as well platform that allows users to connect with
as the opportunities for interaction with native friends and family, join groups and communi-
and non-native English speakers. By follow- ties, and share photos and videos.
ing pages and groups dedicated to language
learning, students can access various materials, 2. Twitter: Twitter is a social media platform
such as videos, articles, and podcasts, specifi- that allows users to share short messages called
cally designed to improve their language skills. tweets. Users can follow other users and see
Additionally, social media allows learners to their tweets in their timelines.
practice their English in a more relaxed and 3. Instagram: Instagram is a social media
informal setting, where they can engage in con- platform that is primarily focused on sharing
versations, ask questions, and receive feedback photos and videos. Users can follow others and
from other learners and native speakers. Thus, see their photos and videos in their feeds.
social media platforms offer a convenient and
effective way for English language learners to 4. LinkedIn: LinkedIn is a social media
supplement their formal language education platform focused on professional networking.
and improve their language proficiency. The Users can connect with colleagues and poten-
following are some of the widely used social tial employers and share their professional
networking sites and apps which can be effec- achievements and experiences.

Fig 4.1.5 The use of social media by students for English language learning
Source: Google

4�1�4�2 Messaging apps and language English speakers worldwide, practice their lan-
development guage skills, and receive immediate feedback.

Messaging apps have become important for They can also use the apps to communicate
with language exchange partners or tutors,
English language learning due to their conve- who can provide personalised support and
nience and accessibility. Through messaging guidance. Additionally, messaging apps offer
apps, learners can easily connect with other a variety of features that can enhance language

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