From TikTok Trends to English Fluency: Students' Dynamic Path to Vocabulary Enrichment
Keywords:
student experience, digital education, vocabulary, TikTok, and English language learningAbstract
This study explores how effective TikTok is as a technique for improving students' English language skills, with an emphasis on vocabulary growth. Using qualitative study methods, scientists collected data from a group of students who were actively using TikTok to improve their English. The results demonstrated how students actively participated in worthwhile learning experiences by utilizing TikTok trends, which resulted in appreciable vocabulary growth. After conducting a thorough investigation of the experiences of the students, some noteworthy patterns concerning their use of TikTok to improve their language proficiency as well as the difficulties they faced during the process were apparent. These findings provide insightful information about how social media platforms could be used in language learning environments, which will help educators create more pertinent and interesting teaching resources. This study highlights the value of TikTok as an advanced and engaging learning resource which fulfils the needs of learners who want to improve their English language skills. It also clarifies the dynamic character of contemporary language learning, emphasizing the significance of incorporating cutting-edge digital platforms into teaching methods to satisfy students' changing demands in the technologically advanced world of today.
Keywords: student experience, digital education, vocabulary, TikTok, and English language learning
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