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LANGUAGE PLANNING AND POLICY

2024-10-28T12:29:37+00:00

The article investigates the intricate concept of language planning and policy (LPP), analyzing its pivotal function in facilitating communication within
societies and its utilization as a political instrument to exert influence over language usage and identity formation. It further presents empirical data regarding the historical progression of LPP, commencing with Haugen's (1959) seminal contributions to the formalization of language styles and the differentiation between speech communities, alongside research conducted by eminent scholars such as Cooper (1989), Kaplan & Baldauf (1997), and others who scrutinize language planning through the lenses of status, acquisition, or social transformation. Additionally, it underscores the diverse viewpoints concerning the interplay between language planning and language policy, as certain scholars perceive these as discrete entities while others regard them as synonymous. In turn, it also considers the significant role of teachers and educators in language planning procedure, suggesting that they act as agents of change in shaping linguistic policies that address both local and global needs.

ON THE IMPACT OF GLOBALIZATION PROCESSES ON THE TRANSFORMATION OF HIGHER EDUCATION

2024-09-19T12:36:50+00:00

Globalization processes, covering all spheres of human activity, are increasingly influencing the modification of higher education, causing various
internal changes that determine the strategic understanding of modernization and taking into account all trends of deep transformation.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CREATION AND USE OF EDUCATIONAL DIGITAL CONTENT FOR DEVELOPING STUDENTS' INDEPENDENT LEARNING SKILLS

2024-11-13T12:13:06+00:00

In today’s digital age, educational digital content is crucial in fostering independent learning among students, especially in higher education. This article
explores the key requirements for the creation and effective use of such content, with a focus on enhancing independent learning skills. The study outlines several core components necessary for successful integration, including aligning content with curricular goals, user-centered design that promotes engagement, and accessibility across diverse devices and platforms. Additionally, the research emphasizes the importance of content interactivity, real-time feedback mechanisms, and personalized learning paths that adapt to individual student needs. For educators, training and support are highlighted as critical to ensure the effective delivery and utilization of digital content. Furthermore, the article discusses challenges such as maintainin student motivation, ensuring academic integrity, and the need to continuously update digital materials to remain relevant. Ultimately, the research underscores that the
thoughtful design and strategic implementation of educational digital content is essential to developing students’ capacity for self-directed learning in a digital environment.

THE IMPORTANCE OF DEVELOPING STUDENTS' SPEECH SKILLS BASED ON AN INTEGRATIVE APPROACH

2024-10-07T10:50:47+00:00

The implementation of an integrated approach to teaching English seems to be a major task that contributes to the development of professional competencies. The special place of English in the integration of disciplines is explained by the fact that it is closely interconnected with the humanities and natural sciences. Such integration can be carried out at all stages of teaching a foreign language both at the level of the entire educational system and at the level of individual disciplines. Teaching a foreign language in an "integrated" way helps to form a more holistic picture of the world in students, in which the foreign language itself is a means of cognition and communication.