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The Impact of Social Media on Adolescent Language Acquisition

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A5MD021-P Didactique 1 MATA SephoraProfesseur - BADIA Alexis Année - 2024-2025

"How does social media influences the acquisition and development of language skills among adolescents, and what are the consequences for mastering standard language?"

B. Linguistic creativity among adolescents on social media

A. Specific characteristics of languistic interaction on social media

I : Social Media : a new space for language acquisition and use

C .Lingustic competence or vocabulary deterioration ?

B.Social media and the deconsruction of grammar

A. Influance of abbreviations and simplified language on writing

II : Consequences for standard and academic language proficiency

C .Towards hybridization of language registers ?

B. Development of communication and social skills

A. Social media as a tool for exposure to multiple language

III : Social media and language learning : Opportunities and perspectives

language acquisition and use

A new space for

I. Social Media :

B. Linguistic creativity among adolescents on social media

A. Specific characteristics of linguistic interactions on social media

language acquisition and use

A new space for

I. Social Media :

of linguistic interactions on social media

Platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and WhatsApp provide:

A. Specific characteristics

An interactive and accessible learning environment

Real-time interaction

Authentic exchanges with native speakers

Social media facilitates English as a Foreign Language (EFL) and English as a Second Language (ESL) learning

adolescents on social media

IDC... Can’t even plan a weekend here.

Did you guys see Sarah’s story ?

She’s on vacation again! FOMO alert! 🚨🌴

Features of social media interactions:

B. Linguistic creativity among

B. Linguistic creativity among adolescents on social media

A. Specific characteristics of linguistic interactions on social media

II. Consequences for language acquisition and use

• Relaxed grammar (incomplete sentences, contractions like gonna).

• Use of abbreviations (u, b4)

Excessive simplification

• Reduced lexical diversity.

• Confusion between informal and formal registers

Risks for academic writing

Studies

• Students often reproduce texting errors in school assignments (De Jonge & Kemp, 2012).

A. Influence of abbreviations and simplified language on writing

"I'm so tired, need to sleep, ttyl."

"This new movie is so cool, u should totally check it out!" "I can't wait 2 see u 2nite, it's gonna be lit!"

INFORMAL LANGUAGE

"I am tired and need to rest; I will talk to you later."

"The new film is quite interesting, and I recommend you watch it." "I look forward to seeing you this evening; it should be an enjoyable time."

ACADEMIC LANGUAGE

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III. Social media and language learning: Opportunities and perspectives

• Develops intercultural competence through global interactions.

• Builds vocabulary and comprehension (Krashen’s Input Hypothesis).

• Exposure to foreign languages through platforms like YouTube and TikTok.

A. Social media as a tool for exposure to multiple languages

linguistic flexibility and the ability to switch between communication styles.

B. Development of communication and social skills

Irony, sarcasm, and double meanings are common in digital conversations.

Tandem learning promotes language learning and cultural competence.

C. Towards hybridization of language registers ?

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Future Educational Approaches

Integrate social media into language learning effectively Embrace accessibility, interactivity, and cultural enrichment Develop hybrid teaching methods for navigating digital and academic contexts

Prevalence of abbreviations and informal grammar Risk of influencing formal communication negatively Need for guidance in distinguishing between informal and formal registers

Linguistic creativity through emojis, memes, and hashtags Exposure to multiple languages and real-time communication Enhances informal language skills and cultural competence

Challenges for Academic Writing

Opportunities for Language Development

CONCLUSION

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