DEVELOPMENT OF CREATIVE THINKING IN FOREIGN LANGUAGE LESSONS AT A NON-LINGUISTIC UNIVERSITY WITH THE HELP OF VIDEO MATERIALS

Abstract

The article studies the use of video materials in foreign language lessons in order to develop the creative thinking of students of non-linguistic specialties. The author carries out an analysis of modern works on the development of creative thinking in non-linguistic universities. The work considers the meaning and components of the concept of “creative thinking”. The criteria for selecting video resources are highlighted in order to improve the specialist’s business communication skills and develop creative abilities. The work shows the importance of video materials as a source of authentic information, lexical units and grammatical constructions significant from the point of view of professional communication. The research presents some examples of language exercises based on video materials at the pre-demonstration, demonstration, and post-demonstration stages. It is concluded that video materials are a valuable resource that contributes to the development of creative thinking and creative skills of students.