IMPROVING WRITING SKILLS THROUGH SOCIAL MEDIA

Abstract

Annotation. This article examines how social media can be used as a tool to improve writing skills, particularly among students and young adults. It challenges the assumption that platforms like twitter and instagram harm language proficiency, instead presenting evidence that they promote regular writing practice, audience awareness, and the development of concise expression. Supported by research from Lunsford, Crystal, Rheingold, and Alghamdi, the article emphasizes the educational value of social media when used purposefully. It argues that social media fosters real-time feedback, encourages adaptation to different audiences, and supports vocabulary and grammar development. This source is relevant for studies in education, communication, and digital literacy.