INNOVATIVE APPROACHES TO TEACHING ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE (EFL)
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EFL teaching, innovative methods, communicative approach, student-centered learning, technology in education, gamification, task-based learning, blended learning, reflective teaching, digital tools.Abstract
This article explores innovative approaches to teaching English as a Foreign Language (EFL) in the context of 21st-century education. It focuses on student-centered methodologies, technology-integrated instruction, and communicative strategies that enhance learners’ motivation, engagement, and language competence. Particular attention is given to methods such as gamification, task-based learning, blended learning, and reflective teaching, which have shown significant effectiveness in modern EFL classrooms.
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