THE SPECIFICS OF ENGLISH DISTANCE LEARNING IN HIGHER EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS OF UKRAINE
Loading...
Date
2022
Authors
Liulka, V. M.
Dedukhno, A. V.
Люлька, Вікторія Миколаївна
Journal Title
Journal ISSN
Volume Title
Publisher
Abstract
Description
The article considers the methodology of teaching a foreign language in the conditions of distance learning in higher educational institutions of Ukraine, the characteristics of distance learning are identified, the main tasks of the teacher in the process of this type of education are named. Issues that reflect the peculiarities of the organization of the educational process in distance learning are also considered.
Organizational and pedagogical approaches to effective distance learning are studied. Scientific views on the peculiarities of students’ perception of educational material are analyzed. The main problems and difficulties that arise for teachers and students during distance learning of English are described. The role of independent work to achieve high-quality study of a foreign language at a distance mode is substantiated. The authors emphasize the need to develop a single mechanism for online methodological support in the information and educational environment of Ukrainian higher education.
The article also distinguishes between the concepts of distance and hybrid (blended) courses. Particular attention is paid to one of the greatest advantages of the latest language learning technologies – the ability to use multimedia to adapt educational materials to the needs and levels of students’ training. The ability of teachers to update audio and video materials by adding subtitles, repeating individual sections and asking questions on the topic is analyzed. Using the technology of modification of authentic texts allows students to study the necessary educational material in accordance with their own language abilities and capabilities.
The study shows that the problem of effective distance learning of English requires considerable attention and research. Prospects for further new research are the study of theoretical and practical aspects of distance learning of English, the development of effective distance learning courses.
Keywords
distance learning, English, online learning, educational environment