The Application of Social Networking Websites in Promoting English Communication

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Social networking websites are a good means of promoting language learning and communication. This paper analyzes the necessity and promoting effects of applying social networking websites into English communication. Based on that, the paper also elaborates some activities of different English skills to stimulate English use and communication. In addition, the limitations of social networking websites for English communication are also expounded.

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