BILINGUAL EDUCATION IS AN IMPORTANT COMPONENT OF THE EDUCATIONAL PROCESS AT HIGHER EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.26565/2074-8922-2024-83-04
The article conducts a thorough analysis of bilingual education within higher educational institutions. The article examines how bilingual education at universities can be advantageous for preparing specialists for the global job market. It specifically discusses the Council of Europe's concept of multilingual education and its application in higher technical education. The article highlights the importance of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) in assessing students' language skills and the role of a language portfolio in evaluating their multilingual experiences.
This text discusses various language teaching approaches, including competency-based, interdisciplinary, cognitive, and activity-based methods, that aim to help students effectively learn professional terminology in multiple languages. The competency-based approach emphasizes the development of key communicative and professional skills necessary for successful performance in a multilingual environment. The interdisciplinary approach combines language skills with professional knowledge, enabling students to apply what they learn in various contexts. The cognitive approach focuses on improving learning awareness through mental processes, while the activity approach encourages independent work and enhances students’ self-learning and teamwork skills.
Bilingual education is essential for helping students develop the skills needed for international projects and teamwork. It improves their intercultural communication and encourages innovative thinking. Higher educational institutions enhance students' language skills and professional competencies, preparing them to succeed in a competitive global workforce that values multilingual communication. By embracing bilingual education, institutions are essentially preparing their graduates for a future where adaptability and cross-cultural collaboration are paramount. This approach benefits both individual students and helps create a more inclusive global community.
In cites: Zelenin H. Bilingual education is an important component of the educational process at higher educational institutions. Problems of Engineering Pedagogic Education, (83), 42-49. https://doi.org/10.26565/2074-8922-2024-83-04
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