"SOCIAL NETWORKS AND MEDIA TEXTS IN TEACHING SOCIOLINGUISTIC NORMS OF A FOREIGN LANGUAGE"
Keywords:
social networks, media texts, sociolinguistic norms, foreign language teaching, pragmatic competence, authentic materials, language register, cultural context, pedagogy, language acquisition.Abstract
In modern foreign language instruction, social networks and media texts play a significant role in the development of students’ sociolinguistic competence. Sociolinguistic norms encompass the rules governing language use in specific social contexts, including aspects of politeness, register, and cultural appropriateness. Effective teaching of these norms is essential for learners to communicate accurately and appropriately in real-life situations.Social networks, as widely used platforms, provide authentic examples of language in informal and semi-formal contexts. They expose learners to various forms of interaction, including posts, comments, and multimedia content, which reflect contemporary usage patterns. By analyzing these examples, students can identify pragmatic features, stylistic choices, and culturally specific expressions, facilitating a deeper understanding of sociolinguistic norms.
