Abstract
This study attempt to investigate how Libyan students use social strategies to improve their communicative skills. It also examined the differences in using the social learning strategies based on gender and proficiency level. The participants in this study were 60 Libyan students studying at Tripoli University. The research instruments used in this study was a questionnaire. The findings showed that the student tends to socialize with people who have. English language exposure in order to improve their English.communication skills. Moreover, the results revealed that the female students employed language learning strategies more effectively than males and there is no significant difference between high and low proficient students. Based on this study, it can be concluded that the use of social strategies must be encouraged in the EFL classroom because they have impact on students‟ communication skills which may lead to effective professional development in the future specifically in Libya. Key words: social strategies; communication skills; EFL