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Social media in the language classrooms: maximizing students' Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS)

Mohd Hishamuddin, Iman Idani Insyirah and Mohamad Kamal, Ainul Syafiiqah and Abd. Rahman, Siti Fatimah and Ahmad, Noorlila and Drs Nasrul, Muhammad Amrullah (2023) Social media in the language classrooms: maximizing students' Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS). International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 13 (8). pp. 746-755. ISSN 2222-6990

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Abstract

Technology has proliferated and has become prominent in the education world over the past few years. Technology has become a way not only to meet the learner's needs but also to address digital literacy emphasis in 21st-century skills. This paper explores the optimization of social media in language teaching to maximize higher-order thinking skills (HOTS) among secondary school teachers. Social media platforms offer opportunities to engage students actively, promote critical thinking, and encourage meaningful interactions. By strategically incorporating social media, teachers can enhance students' learning experiences and foster HOTS development. This paper discusses key considerations and strategies for effective implementation, such as selecting appropriate platforms, encouraging collaboration and discussion, promoting critical thinking, incorporating multimedia content, providing authentic learning experiences, setting guidelines and privacy considerations, and reflecting on the impact. The integration of social media should complement traditional instructional methods, ensuring alignment with curriculum goals and educational standards. This paper aims to guide teachers in leveraging social media effectively to optimize language teaching and promote HOTS among secondary school students.

Item Type: Article (Journal)
Uncontrolled Keywords: Technology, Social Media, Educational Platforms, Higher-Order Thinking Skills (HOTS), 21st Century Skills.
Subjects: H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General)
H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General) > H61.8 Communication of information
L Education > L Education (General)
L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB1044 Internet in Education
L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB2300 Higher Education
L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB2361 Curriculum
P Language and Literature > PE English
T Technology > T Technology (General) > T10.5 Communication of technical information
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button): Ahmad Ibrahim Kulliyyah of Laws
Kulliyyah of Education > Department of Educational Psychology & Counseling
Kulliyyah of Education > Department of Language & Literacy
Depositing User: Dr Siti Fatimah Abd Rahman
Date Deposited: 30 Aug 2023 10:02
Last Modified: 30 Aug 2023 10:03
URI: http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/106250

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