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CONSCIOUS LEARNING OF A FOREIGN LANGUAGE AS A NEW TREND IN THE
FIELD OF LANGUAGE LEARNING
KAPRIYELOVA ANNA SEYRANOVNA
Senior lecturer in the foreign languages sector, Miras University Shymkent, Kazakhstan
PUSHKO NATALYA ANATOLYEVNA
Senior lecturer in the foreign languages sector, Miras University Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Summary. The article examines the application of conscious teaching offoreign languages in schools in Kazakhstan. Mindfulness as an approach to learning helps to increase students' motivation, develop skills of reflection and introspection, as well as integrate cultural aspects into the learning process. The introduction of such techniques helps students to master the language better, improves their communication skills and creates a more meaningful connection with the material being studied.
Key words: awareness, educational environment, teaching foreign languages, methodology, approach to learning, effectiveness
Have you ever noticed that your thoughts wander somewhere while learning English? Perhaps you are trying to learn the third type of conditional sentences, and you end up dreaming about dinner. Or you decide to devote half an hour to learning new words, but instead you reply to Whatsapp messages half the time. Lack of concentration will hinder your progress. It's natural to have difficulty concentrating when your brain isn't used to it. You will not be able to keep your attention for a long time without training. Mindfulness is a good technique that helps to maintain attention. It can help you learn the language better and more effectively. In recent years, conscious learning of a foreign language has become one of the most popular trends in the field of language learning. This approach differs from traditional methods and focuses on a deeper understanding of the language, rather than rote memorization of rules and words. Let's look at what conscious learning is, its basic principles, techniques, and benefits. Conscious language learning is based on the concept of mindfulness and self-awareness. This means that students are actively involved in the learning process and strive to understand not only the language, but also the culture, thinking and customs of native speakers of this language. Informed learning assumes that students are aware of their emotions, motivation and strategies used in the learning process, which contributes to more effective learning of the material [1, p. 58-60].
The basic principles of conscious learning:
1. Active involvement: Students should actively participate in the process by asking questions, expressing their thoughts and interests. This may include participation in discussions, debates, or joint projects.
2. Contextual learning: Learning a language in the context of real situations and tasks allows you to better understand how language functions in everyday life. This can be achieved through role-playing, speaking practice, and the use of authentic materials.
3. Reflection: Keeping a language diary or regularly reflecting on their successes and failures helps students realize what they are doing right and what needs improvement. This contributes to a deeper understanding of your own learning strategies.
4. Cross-cultural understanding: Learning a language is impossible without understanding the culture that is associated with it. This includes studying the traditions, customs, literature and art of the countries where the language being studied is spoken.
There are many techniques that promote conscious language learning. Immersion in the language environment: This is one of the most effective ways to learn a language. Immersion allows students to constantly hear and use the language in natural conditions, which contributes to better assimilation.
Using media: Movies, TV series, music and books in the language being studied not only make the learning process more exciting, but also help to better understand the context and nuances of the language. Learning phrases and expressions from your favorite works can significantly improve your skills [2, p. 471-484].
Active listening: Developing active listening skills, for example, through listening to podcasts or audiobooks, helps to improve listening comprehension and learn to distinguish accents and intonations.
Discussions and debates: Participation in discussions on current topics helps students develop argumentation skills and enrich their vocabulary, as well as learn to think in the language they are learning.
Mental Maps: This method helps to organize information visually, which contributes to better memorization and understanding. Mental maps can be useful for memorizing vocabulary, grammatical structures, and cultural aspects.
Conscious language learning has many advantages:
In-depth understanding: Students not only learn words and rules, but also understand the context of their use.
Increased motivation: Participation in exciting and meaningful activities for students makes the learning process more interesting and motivating.
Developing Critical Thinking: Analyzing cultural and linguistic aspects helps students develop critical thinking and self-reflection skills.
Sustainability of skills: A conscious approach to learning contributes to deeper language acquisition, which makes it easier to apply the acquired knowledge in real situations.
In recent years, the educational system of Kazakhstan has been actively transitioning to new teaching methods, including conscious teaching of foreign languages. This approach, focused on attention, reflection and emotional resilience, offers unique opportunities to develop students' language skills.
1. Awareness as part of the educational process The introduction of informed learning into school practice in Kazakhstan begins with a change in the approach to teaching. Teachers strive to create an atmosphere where students can freely express their thoughts and emotions, as well as be aware of their successes and difficulties. This approach helps students better understand how language functions in real-world situations, which makes learning more relevant and meaningful.
2. Increase motivation Conscious learning helps to increase the motivation of students. When students understand why they are learning a language and how it can be useful in their lives, they become more involved in the process. Teachers can use various techniques such as project work and group discussions that help students see the practical application of the language. This creates a deeper connection between the educational material and real life.
3. Integration of culture Learning a foreign language is impossible without understanding the culture associated with it. Informed learning in Kazakh schools includes the study of cultural aspects, traditions and customs of countries where a foreign language is spoken. This not only deepens students' knowledge, but also develops respect for the diversity of cultures, which is especially important in the multinational environment of Kazakhstan.
4. Development of communication skills Conscious learning promotes the development of active communication skills. Students become more attentive to their interlocutors, learn to listen and understand the context of the conversation. This improves their ability to interact in a foreign language and creates more comfortable conditions for practice [3, C. 201-205].
Mindfulness can significantly improve the process of learning a foreign language by offering a variety of tools for deeper perception of the material. First, it promotes active attention by allowing
students to focus on new words and grammatical structures rather than being distracted by external factors. Secondly, mindfulness helps in reflection: students can analyze their successes and failures, which allows them to identify weaknesses and adjust approaches. This method also includes an emotional aspect — understanding your feelings while learning a language helps to keep motivated and avoid stress. As a result, a conscious attitude makes learning more effective and enjoyable. Conscious learning of a foreign language is a new, but already popular trend that is changing approaches to language learning. This method allows students not only to master the language, but also to understand the culture in which it exists, which makes learning more complete and meaningful. In a world where globalization and intercultural communication are becoming increasingly important, conscious language learning is the key to successful interaction and understanding between people.
1. Ellis, R. The Study of Second Language Acquisition. Oxford University Press, 2008. -pp. 58-60
2. Swain, M. The Output Hypothesis: Theory and Research. In The Handbook of Second Language Acquisition. - 2005. - pp. 471-484.
3. Симоненко, Н. А. Инновационные технологии в обучении иностранным языкам. Санкт-Петербург: РГПУ. - 2015. - C. 201-205
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