IMPLEMENTING A COMPETENCY-BASED APPROACH IN TEACHING ENGLISH IN HIGHER EDUCATION
Abstract
This article examines the theoretical foundations, essence, and practical implementation of a competency-based approach in teaching English in higher education institutions. The necessity of developing not only linguistic knowledge but also communicative and professional competencies among students is emphasized. The paper analyzes effective methods for forming competencies in English language classes, the roles of teachers and learners, assessment strategies, and the use of modern pedagogical technologies. The competency-based approach is presented as a key factor in improving the quality of foreign language education and preparing competitive specialists for the global labor market.
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