The implementation of spoken interaction methods as efficient tools to improve 21st century skills in English for specific purposes training in Higher schools of Ukraine.
Abstract
The paper deals with the research in which English professional discussion (EPD) is considered as an effective tool for improvement of students’ language knowledge, skills and abilities during English for specific purposes (ESP) training in Higher schools of Ukraine. The authors concentrate on the stages and components of EPD training. 100 future professionals in the field of international social entrepreneurship took part in the research. This research has clearly shown that it gives future professionals in the field of international social entrepreneurship opportunity to improve such skills as critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, active learning, and communication during ESP training.
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