THE SPECIFICS OF FOREIGN LANGUAGE TEACHING METHODS IN HIGHER EDUCATION

Abstract

The modern development of information and communication technology is blurring boundaries between people. Today, a resident of almost any country can use Internet technology to communicate with a resident of another country, continent or hemisphere. In addition, the interpenetration of economic relations between states involves more and more people in international communication. In this regard, the ability to communicate in a foreign language becomes relevant. The aim of this study is to identify the features of modern methods of teaching a foreign language in higher education, aimed at the formation of a competent specialist. Within the framework of the study both classical methods and modern ones were considered and conclusions about their effectiveness are drawn. As a result of the study it is found out that today the most important in learning a foreign language is the formation of communicative function of the learner, which he/she needs to solve his/her personal and professional tasks.