Social Media and Vocabulary Learning of English Language Learners

In the digital age, social media platforms played an integral part of everyday life. The use of social media influenced human communication, dissemination of information and evolution of learning. In the context of learning, vocabulary development has been confined to formal settings such as classrooms, and textbooks. With the rise of social media platforms, learners are now exposed to a context-driven vocabulary that enriches their language aspect. This study uses quantitative research design. The respondents of were composed of 152 English Language learners in a public high school in the Philippines identified using simple random sampling. The results suggested that social media increased the vocabulary learning among English language learners and can be utilized as a tool for instructions of educators. However, further research is necessary to examine what specific features and different forms of social media platforms facilitate vocabulary learning of the learners. Moreover, the researchers suggest future studies must be considered including the gathering of qualitative data to deepen the understanding on how social media impacts the vocabulary learning among high school learners.