Teaching professional discourse in a foreign language through educational speech situations and role-playing games

This article explores the methodology and effectiveness of teaching professional discourse in a foreign language through educational speech situations and role-playing games. By integrating traditional and innovative teaching methods, the study aims to enhance students' competence and fluency in professional communication. Key components of the methodology include the introduction of speech models, language exercises, and the application of knowledge in various professional situations. The research involved experimental work with 2nd year students in the “Foreign Language” specialty of Kh. Dosmukhamedov Atyrau University. The results indicated that this interactive and immersive approach yielded a positive trend in the development of foreign language professional discourse. The study concludes that the success of mastering a foreign language in the context of professional communication heavily relies on the right approach, making the learning process interesting and dynamic. This methodological organization offers valuable insights into modern foreign language teaching methods, particularly in professional discourse training.

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