Internet and Social Media As our access to technology increases worldwide, there is an increase in a need to know English. Approximately, 55% of all written content on the internet is in English. That means that if you can read in English, you will have more access to information than your non-English speaking peers. Also, with the increase in popularity of Facebook, Twitter and Youtube; as well as other social media sites, the possibility of Native English speakers and non-Native speakers interacting has greatly increased. Where before to find out the best restaurant in Sao Paulo you might use a book, phone directory or even ‘Google it’. Now more and more people are taking to social media sites to do their research and answer their pertinent questions. - See more at: http://english-tonight.com/why-do-people-learn-english-9-most-common-reasons/#sthash.GCPwyRm8.dpuf