This article presents a study which aimed to explore in what ways Armenian EFL students use their English language knowledge outside the classroom. The study involved 38 EFL learners of different English proficiency levels, ages, and genders. Data were collected using surveys and in-depth interviews. Findings indicate that most of the Armenian EFL learners use English out of the class very often, especially with social media, listening to songs, watching movies and clips, as well as travelling and searching on the Internet. Based on the findings, specific recommendations are offered to bring the students' interests into the classroom.Keywords English, language, EFL, students, learners, outside the classroom, learning, teaching, study Introduction Nowadays, most teenagers are learning English at a fast pace. This is mostly due the advancement of technology and the fact that English is more and more the pop culture of the world. Armenian teenagers are no exceptions. They also follow this stream and use it on a daily basis. Teenagers are very fortunate since they have a variety of avenues to choose from to learn and strengthen their knowledge in English and develop their proficiency. On the one hand, technology tools such as the Ipad, Internet and smart phones, are at their fingertips which gives them the opportunity to use English outside the classroom. On the other hand, if new technologies are not easily accessible, students can watch movies, listen to music, read journals, magazines or books.
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