THE IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING AMONG NON – NATIVE SPEAKERS
Keywords:
Social media, English language learning, non-native speakers, informal learning, digital educationAbstract
This study explores the influence of social media platforms on English language learning among non-native speakers. With the increasing use of social media tools such as YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook, language learners are exposed to diverse linguistic content in real-time and informal settings. This research aims to determine how these platforms contribute to vocabulary development, listening skills, pronunciation, and learner motivation. Data was collected through surveys and interviews with 100 non-native English learners across various age groups. Findings indicate that social media has a positive impact on language acquisition, especially in terms of vocabulary and listening comprehension, though challenges such as distraction and informal language use remain.
