The Use of Social Platforms for Language Teaching

This presentation introduces some social media platforms that can be used in language teaching and learning. Through guided and autonomous study with such tools, students can enlarge vocabulary, increase reading speed, and enhance awareness of the target language culture. This presentation further shares sample exercises, activities, and tasks that make the most of social media as a teaching and learning resource.

Information from this presentation is applicable to language instructors who are seeking ways to improve students’ language skills in the cyber era. Participants will familiarize themselves with useful social media platforms and receive ideas of teaching and learning methods that can help develop language proficiency.