Distance learning foreign languages in non-linguistic universities: experience and prospects

Authors

  • O.V. NIKITENKO National University of Food Technologies, Kyiv, Ukraine

Keywords:

distance learning, teaching foreign languages, information technologies, foreign language communicative competence, electronic educational course

Abstract

The article deals with the use of distance learning technologies in teaching foreign languages to students of non-linguistic universities. The given article analyzes the concept of “distance learning”, high-lights its main features, considers its main advantages as an innova-tive technology for effective teaching of foreign languages. The example of distance learning technology based on Moodle environ-ment at the National University of Food Technologies is given. The authors share their experience in developing an English distance course for full-time students. The main difficulties that can be faced by teachers and students in the process of learning a foreign lan-guage in a distance are mentioned.

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Published

2016-12-26

How to Cite

NIKITENKO, O. (2016). Distance learning foreign languages in non-linguistic universities: experience and prospects. HIGHER EDUCATION OF UKRAINE IN THE CONTEXT OF INTEGRATION TO EUROPEAN EDUCATIONAL SPACE, 73((V), 205–214. Retrieved from https://osvita.eeipsy.org/index.php/eeip/article/view/585

Issue

Vol. 73 No. (V): HIGHER EDUCATION OF UKRAINE IN THE CONTEXT OF INTEGRATION TO EUROPEAN EDUCATIONAL SPACE

Section

NEW TOOLS OF TEACHING AND EDUCATION: PROBLEMS OF IMPLEMENTATION AND STANDARDIZAT

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