Peculiarities of modern media technologies using in the process of efl teaching in higher educational establishments

Abstract

The article discusses the functions of modern media technologies, their didactic potential and correlation with an activity-based approach to the learning process. The peculiarities of media education are highlighted in its interconnection with such learning objectives as practical, communicative, cognitive, educational, professional, emotionally developing. Special attention is focused on the means of forming mediacommunicative, sociocultural and professional competencies in the process of the foreign language acquisition. Results of the analysis provide evidence that media technologies can be used for various functions both in teacher-guided and independent learning of the English language. They intensify educational activity of students, increase their motivation, develop creativity and critical thinking.