Advantages of using webquests in Efl Classes in A Technical University
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The main purpose of foreign language teaching is to learn to communicate and overcome the language barrier. The article studies the theoretical background of WebQuest as a valuable tool and proves that it helps learners to acquire linguistic and extra-linguistic knowledge. WebQuests ensure a context-based learning environment, help to broaden learners’ perspectives by widening ideas and concepts on different topics and acquiring creative, critical and problem-solving skills. The authors demonstrate positive outcomes of the work with WebQuest in foreign language classes at the Institute of Non-Destructive Testing, National Research Tomsk Polytechnic University.
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Keywords: creative skills, foreign language teaching, Internet resources, Internet technology, WebQuestDownloads
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