Використання ІТ-технологій при вивченні англійської мови за професійним спрямуванням

Abstract

(uk) У статті аналізуються сучасні ІТ технології навчання англійської мови при вивченні курсу «Англійська мова за професійним спрямуванням», а також розглядаються основні аспекти інтерактивного навчання іноземної мови зумовлені необхідністю розвитку та вдосконалення комунікативних навичок студентів. Визначено та обґрунтовано основні функції використання сучасних технологій, які суттєво сприяють ефективному навчанню комунікативних вмінь.

(ru) В статье анализируются современные технологии изучения английского языка, а также рассматриваются основные аспекты обучения иностранному языку обусловленные необходимостью развития и совершенствования коммуникативных навыков студентов. Определены и обоснованы основные функции использования современных технологий, которые существенно способствуют эффективному обучению коммуникативных умений.

(en) One of the main distinctive features of today’s education is the problem of developing new technologies of classroom activities. This process is usually accompanied with a series of obstacles that do not leave the teaching and learning process unmarked. Technology classroom activities differ greatly from the traditional ones. The teacher should take into account various methodological, psychological, linguistic and physical aspects that impact the process of learning of foreign language. By using the Internet the teacher will present the students powerful and interesting opportunities for communication, interaction and collaboration. Students should be encouraged to communicate not just with their group mates in the classroom but with those who are physically and geographically apart. Learning second language is a process as complex as second language teaching: various factors contribute to and combine together in order to achieve the success of this endeavour. To result in a favourable outcome, teachers have to devote a lot of time and effort to determine the most satisfactory, suitable and effective methods of teaching. Not only everyday reality is affected by the new technology, but also the development of language skills started to depend on it. As the number of English learners is ever increasing, fortunately, more and more modern tools and technology devices are implemented into the process of teaching. Currently, teachers tend to use tools such as videos, podcasts, worksheet banks, e-learning platforms, applications, and websites, accessible through electronic devices such as personal computers, or smart phones. These inventions facilitate classroom environment and diversify learning activities. As the issue of the comprehension of spoken language is crucial, teachers should try miscellaneous resources of podcasts. Traditional course books usually offer gap filling and true or false exercises, which do not really give a sense of real communication. Fortunately, a wide range of free podcasts made specifically for language learners, is currently accessible on iTunes, YouTube, SoundCloud etc. Nowadays, almost everyone owns a computer or a smartphone. Due to this fact, students are able to create podcasts and recordings on their own which give them a chance to practice their pronunciation. The key role in eliminating the monotony from the classroom is occupied by videos, which support both the expansion of the vocabulary and the development of listening skills. While children prefer watching cartoons or animated stories, older learners are more likely to watch documentaries or travel journals. Lyric videos are very entertaining and give numberless options considering the fact that the teacher can use students’ favourite songs. As a result of such activities, students can experience the language not only aurally but also visually. It gives them a better context and insight into the natural use of English. A majority of young students have access to, and are actually fond of using the Internet as much as possible. In this case the teacher can use countless resources with online games, which stimulate and improve every aspect of language skills. The Internet provides the classroom environment with a diverse range of games that are free and available for everyone. These games are designed to practice and examine for instance target vocabulary, a specific grammar construction, or comprehension of a text. Moreover, students have a chance to practice their skills at home by downloading applications and games on their phones or computers.