The role of internet resources in learning foreign languages at the faculty of electrical engineering

Abstract

Internet resources play an important role in modern education, including the study of foreign languages at the faculty of electrical engineering. Nowadays new information technologies are intensively introduced into all spheres of our life, including the educational process. In this regard we need to develop methods for using computer information technologies in foreign language learning. The use of Internet resources in foreign language lessons is a relevant direction in the methodology that requires new approaches and non-standard solutions. The aim of the study was to investigate the effectiveness of using internet resources in learning foreign languages at the university educational process. More and more language departments, institutes and schools are now using virtual environments to promote and support language learning. The use of a computer and Internet resources in English classes makes it possible to individualize learning as much as possible, make the learning process creative; increases motivation and interest in learning a foreign language and contributes to the effective formation of foreign language speech competence. The article also touches upon the theoretical substantiation of the application of internet resources in the educational context. Furthermore, the students’ opinions are presented on how internet resources are convenient in learning foreign languages. The survey involved 147 students of Zhangir khan West Kazakhstan Agrarian and technical University. It was revealed that the integration of online communication tools has positive effects on the formation and development of speaking and writing skills in English.