DEVELOPING COMMUNICATIVE COMPETENCE THROUGH INTERACTIVE TECHNOLOGIES IN LANGUAGE EDUCATION
Keywords:
Communicative competence, interactive technology, language education, digital tools, online collaboration, speaking skills, EFL.Abstract
This article explores the role of interactive technologies in developing communicative competence in language education. Grounded in sociocultural and communicative language teaching (CLT) theories, the study investigates how digital tools such as video conferencing platforms, collaborative whiteboards, and language learning apps enhance learners’ speaking, listening, and interaction skills. Using qualitative data from classroom observations and teacher interviews, the study highlights how technology fosters real-time communication, authentic language use, and learner autonomy. The findings suggest that, when thoughtfully integrated, interactive technologies significantly improve communicative competence by providing meaningful, task-based, and socially engaging learning experiences.
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