SOME ASPECTS OF TEACHING ENGLISH USING MODERN TECHNOLOGY

Abstract

The article tackles upon issues of English language teaching using the opportunities, provided for by modern technologies. The author relies on studies conducted by foreign and Russian scholars who looked in detail into certain aspects of this issue. There have been provided certain theoretical and practical findings accounting for the advantages and disadvantages of using modern technological solutions in the process of English language teaching for university students. Specific examples have been given to illustrate how to use these developments while teaching business English. The author points out at the necessity to stick to a balanced approach to English language teaching, which has been proven by the practice of teaching business English to the students of the Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation.