The document analyzes the use of digital technologies in foreign language teaching, highlighting both advantages such as access to diverse materials and personalized learning paths, and disadvantages including loss of direct communication and digital dependency. It discusses various digital tools, mobile applications, and online resources that enhance language learning, while emphasizing the importance of quality and certified educational products. The conclusion stresses the need for digital integration in education, despite challenges faced by institutions and the necessity for teacher training.
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Digital Technologies in Language Teaching
The document analyzes the use of digital technologies in foreign language teaching, highlighting both advantages such as access to diverse materials and personalized learning paths, and disadvantages including loss of direct communication and digital dependency. It discusses various digital tools, mobile applications, and online resources that enhance language learning, while emphasizing the importance of quality and certified educational products. The conclusion stresses the need for digital integration in education, despite challenges faced by institutions and the necessity for teacher training.
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Using Digital Technologies in
Teaching a Foreign Language:
Advantages and Disadvantages • Solieva M.A., c.ph.s., Associate Professor • SI «International Institute of Khujand», IUTET Introduction • - Importance of choosing effective teaching approaches • - Integration of digital and traditional methods • - Creating a rich educational environment for foreign language learning Purpose of the Study • - Analyze digital technologies in foreign language teaching • - Identify advantages and disadvantages • - Evaluate the effectiveness of modern digital resources Advantages of Digital Technologies • 1. Access to a wide range of study materials • 2. Creation of personalized learning paths • 3. Availability of diverse online libraries and databases • 4. Encouragement of student independence and activity • 5. Opportunities for self-testing and assessment Disadvantages of Digital Technologies • - Loss of direct social communication • - Digital fatigue and sensory overload • - Development of digital dependency • - Reduced use of traditional methods • - Decline in critical thinking and attention span Digital Tools for Language Learning • - Grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation feedback • - Speech trainers and native speaker audio cards • - Voice comparison tools for pronunciation practice Mobile Applications • - Large number of smartphone/tablet apps available • - Not all apps are accurate or methodologically sound • - Importance of using certified educational products Creation of Digital Libraries • - E-books, journals, digitized visuals, and audio-visual dictionaries • - Support for independent, paced learning • - Formation of speech patterns through multimedia Audio-Visual Technology • - Enhances listening and phonetic skills • - Reduces stress during assessments • - Increases motivation and engagement Use of the Internet • - Training of speaking and listening skills • - Ideal: language labs; realistic: mixed-tech environments • - Videos, podcasts, e-newspapers, interactive resources Podcasts and Multimedia • - Podcasts created by teachers or experts • - Multimedia materials with assignments and tests • - Available anytime, anywhere via the Internet Online Learning with Native Speakers • - Access to authentic materials and real communication • - Examples: • • EngVid: Free English video lessons • • SkyEng: English lessons with native speakers • • SkyFord: Multilingual platform with lessons in various languages Risks of Free Resources • - Free platforms can lack quality control • - Importance of selecting reliable and professional content Conclusion • - Digital tools are flexible, adaptable, and in high demand • - Enable personalized learning paths • - Foster motivation and access to global resources Challenges & Final Thoughts • - Not all institutions are ready for full digital integration • - Teachers must be trained and psychologically prepared • - Despite challenges, digital transformation is essential in modern education