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Sustaining Formal and Informal English Language Learning through Social Networking Sites (SNS): A Systematic Review (2018–2022)

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  • Fatin Najiha Zainuddin

    (Faculty of Education, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi 43600, Selangor, Malaysia)

  • Melor Md Yunus

    (Faculty of Education, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi 43600, Selangor, Malaysia)

Abstract

There has been a gradual shift over the years towards the use of social networking sites (SNS) in formal and informal English language learning which was accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic. Though there is an abundance of articles dedicated to probing into the in-depth use of SNS in English language learning, a clear correlation between the formal and informal application of SNS in English language learning is still scarce. Therefore, this systematic review aims to exhaustively analyse the recent findings regarding the integration of SNS in English language learning in both formal and informal learning contexts. Two databases were employed, which are the Web of Science (WoS) and Educational Resources Information Centre (ERIC) and thirty articles were extracted for further review. These articles were selectively restricted to a five-year (2018–2022) range and have been screened for any contradiction against the research objectives. As an overview, SNS is favoured for different kinds of applications in teaching and learning purposes due to observed improvements in overall language skills, social interactions, motivation and flexibility. It is proposed for future researchers to focus on a specific target group as well as specific SNS platforms which could help the researchers to minimize discrepancies.

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  • Fatin Najiha Zainuddin & Melor Md Yunus, 2022. "Sustaining Formal and Informal English Language Learning through Social Networking Sites (SNS): A Systematic Review (2018–2022)," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 14(17), pages 1-15, August.
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    1. Emily John & Melor Md Yunus, 2021. "A Systematic Review of Social Media Integration to Teach Speaking," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 13(16), pages 1-18, August.
    2. Viknesh Nair & Melor Md Yunus, 2021. "A Systematic Review of Digital Storytelling in Improving Speaking Skills," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 13(17), pages 1-15, September.
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    4. Thomas Mason Lim & Melor Md Yunus, 2021. "Teachers’ Perception towards the Use of Quizizz in the Teaching and Learning of English: A Systematic Review," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 13(11), pages 1-15, June.
    5. Karmila Rafiqah M. Rafiq & Harwati Hashim & Melor Md Yunus, 2021. "Sustaining Education with Mobile Learning for English for Specific Purposes (ESP): A Systematic Review (2012–2021)," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 13(17), pages 1-18, August.
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