AUTHENTIC FOREIGN-LANGUAGE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MEANS IN TEACHING A FOREIGN LANGUAGE TO IT STUDENTS

Abstract

The article reveals the use of authentic foreign-language tools applied in the process of teaching a foreign language to students of a technical specialty. To carry out a qualitative analysis of the designated topic, a key goal is set, which is to develop and substantiate a methodology for using authentic foreign information technologies to teach foreign languages to students in order to improve their professional competencies and language proficiency in their professional activities. To achieve this goal, it is necessary to solve the following research tasks: to analyze the current state of teaching a foreign language to students of IT specialties; to determine the role of authentic information technologies in the development of professionally oriented language skills; to develop methodological recommendations for the inclusion of software, help systems and other authentic foreign language resources in the educational process; to assess the possibilities of further implementation of information technologies in teaching a foreign language. The key conclusion of the study is that the application of foreign language teaching methods through the use of authentic software, utilities and tools effectively prepares students of IT specialties for future professional activities. This approach combines language learning with the development of technical skills, contributing to the formation of specialists capable of competing internationally in the field of information technology.