MINISTRY OF JUSTICE MINISTRY OF EDUCATION AND TRAINING HANOI LAW UNIVERSITY ROLES OF SOCIAL NETWORKS IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING PROCESS TOWARDS FIRST- YEAR ENGLISH MAJORED STUDENTS AT HANOI LAW UNIVERSITY GRADUATION PAPER Hanoi - 2023 MINISTRY OF JUSTICE MINISTRY OF EDUCATION AND TRAINING HANOI LAW UNIVERSITY NGUYEN MINH NGOC 443017 ROLES OF SOCIAL NETWORKS IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING PROCESS TOWARDS FIRST- YEAR ENGLISH MAJORED STUDENTS AT HANOI LAW UNIVERSITY SUPERVISOR Pham Thi Hanh, M. Hanoi - 2023 DECLARATIONS I hereby state that I, Nguyen Minh Ngoc, 443017, being a candidate for the degree of Bachelor of Arts accept the requirements of the University relating to the retention and use of Bachelor’s Graduation Paper deposited in the library. In terms of these conditions, I agree that the origin of my paper deposited in the library should be accessible for the purposes of study and research, in accordance with the normal conditions established by the librarian for the care, loan or reproduction of the paper. Supervisor Student Pham Thi Hanh Nguyen Minh Ngoc April 4” , 2023 il ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS This research work would not have been finished without the assistance of persons to whom I am extremely grateful.
First and foremost, I would want to convey my heartfelt thanks to my supervisor, Pham Thi Hanh, for her unwavering support of my studies and research, as well as her patience, inspiration, enthusiasm, and vast knowledge. Her advice was invaluable to me during the research and writing of this thesis. My deep appreciation goes to all the teachers and staff members at the Faculty of Legal Foreign Language at Hanoi Law University for their hard work and dedication. I would like to extend my special thanks to all 120 first-year English major students who took part in the survey and the interview, which enabled me to obtain more accurate findings.
Without their valuable opinion and ideas, the study would not have been accomplished Besides, I owe my family their continuous support. Their kindness and patience have enabled me to overcome what appears to be an overwhelming undertaking at times. Thank you also to all of my friends, who have always encouraged me to do the work and have been with me throughout the thesis writing process. Last but not least, I would like to give my final thanks to myself for working hard and trying my best to complete my graduation thesis.
Hope this thesis will be very successful. 1H ABSTRACTS In today's 4.0 technology era, social networks are more than just a communication tool; they are also useful strategies for use in educational environments. Notably, social networking sites have a considerable influence on students' attitudes and outcomes during the learning process. The purpose of this graduation thesis is to investigate foreign language learners’ opinions of utilizing social media to study English, as well as to identify the challenges students confront when using social media in their learning process.
Appropriate solutions was presented in order to assist English major students at Hanoi Law University in improving their usage of social media. In terms of objectives, the author hopes to raise students' knowledge of the relevance and advantages of social networking sites, as well as the obstacles of utilizing them to study English, and to provide appropriate solutions to these problems, so assisting students in overcoming difficulties. These goals was be clearly addressed in this thesis, which would employ a variety of approaches such as prior research, questionnaires, and interviews to achieve a complete study. iv LIST OF FIGURES Figure 1.
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Rationale for the study In today's world, with the increasing number of individuals from different nations coming together, understanding different languages has become more important than ever. English, in particular, has emerged as the international language, playing a crucial role in communication across various disciplines such as research, education, technology, aviation, international sport, and many more. In Vietnam, the demand for linguistic skills, especially in English, is on the rise among students. As a result, schools are placing a greater emphasis on foreign language skills from an early age.
However, learning a foreign language in school is not enough to prepare students to use what they have learned. They need a fresh approach and a broader range of knowledge, ideally from the Internet. This is where technology comes in. Social Networking Sites (SNS) have become a ubiquitous tool for millions of students worldwide as technology advances.
The use of SNS is multifaceted and includes communication, interaction, and the sharing of posts, photographs, and videos, as well as writing blogs, sending messages, and participating in real-time chats (Zaidieh, 2012). This has led to the rise of various social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and others, as well as media-sharing sites like Instagram, Snapchat, and YouTube. The widespread availability of internet access has made it possible for pupils to access material at any time and from any location, making learning more accessible than ever before. Social media has helped students to find, manage, and use information more efficiently, leading to an improvement 1n their reading habits and academic success (Junco et al., 2011; Madge et al., 2009; Olutola et al.
As a result, the everyday usage of the internet has played a key role in the development of students' English language abilities. These studies have shown that when social media is used positively, it can have a significant impact on students' learning experiences. However, the question remains: how significant are social networks in English learning, and how can they be used efficiently to learn English? Choosing an appropriate approach with a social network during the English learning process is extremely vital for freshmen in the English Department. While social networks | offer many benefits for language learners, such as exposure to authentic language and opportunities for communication with native speakers, they can also be a source of distraction and misinformation.
Completely aware of the importance of social networks and the influence of learning English through social networks, the author provides a new study that has never been thoroughly and systematically undertaken by many scholars in this graduation thesis. "Roles of social networks in English language learning process towards first-year English major students at Hanoi Law University" is the title of the topic 2. Aims of the study As previously stated, one of the most popular study methods among today's youth is to use social media. As a result, the study aims to investigate the most important potentialities of Social Network Sites (SNSs) in the English language learning process for first-year English major students at Hanoi Law University in order to highlight the significance of social networks.
Furthermore, it demonstrates both the benefits and drawbacks of using social networks to learn English, as well as strategies for learning English effectively with social networks. Furthermore, the author hopes that through this research, language learners, not only in English but also in other languages, will have a correct perception of the importance and benefits of learning through social networking sites. It is hoped that foreign language learners will be capable of using social networking sites effectively as a means of gaining knowledge, as well as find practical ways to overcome remaining challenges in order to maximize their knowledge of themselves. Research questions The following three research questions guided the study during the study period in order to complete the goal of this study: 1.
What is the current situation of English-major freshmen at Hanoi Law University using social networks in the learning process? 2. How do social networks affect students' academic achievement? 3. What suggestions can be made for helping first-year English major students at Hanoi Law University use social networks more effectively in their English learning process? 4. Scope of the study The scope of this study focuses on and emphasizes two social media websites, Facebook and TedTalks, in order to highlight their importance in assisting students in learning English.
Due to constraints such as lack of time, limited knowledge, and a dearth of reference materials, this study primarily focuses on first- year English major students at Hanoi Law University. However, the findings of this study can be extended to other institutions and learners who aspire to improve their English language skills. Significance of the study This study was conducted to delve deeper into the impact of social networks on students' English learning. The study aims to provide students with a trustworthy and informative source of knowledge to enhance their learning experience.
By doing so, students can gain a range of benefits including the ability to empower themselves in numerous ways such as improving their reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Additionally, this study can also help students to broaden their network and develop stronger interpersonal relationships. Furthermore, the findings of this study can potentially contribute to shaping the future of education and how it integrates technology and social media platforms. Overall, this study serves as an important step towards improving the quality of education and enhancing the learning experience of students.
In conclusion, this study sheds light on the benefits of utilizing social networks in English learning. By providing students with a reliable source of knowledge, students can empower themselves and enhance their learning experience. Furthermore, the findings of this study can potentially lead to the development of new teaching methods and strategies that can benefit both educators and students 6. Organization of the study Introduction This part includes the rationale, objectives, scope, and significance of the study.