Abstract:
In institutions of higher education the question of motivation arises while studying any discipline, however, the problem of motivation for professional improvement of English level knowledge plays an important role. This task is especially topical for teachers and students of non-linguistic specialties. The language portfolio provides an opportunity for learners to record and independently review their own achievements and mistakes while learning any language in general and English in particular.
The article offers a step-by-step algorithm for familiarizing students with the language portfolio method at meetings of “English in Intercultural Communication” scientific group. The specified mechanism is based on the theoretical and practical works of domestic and foreign teachers. When considering the topic of using the “Language Portfolio” technology in higher education institutions, it is necessary to appeal to its successful implementation in general secondary education establishments.
The main attention is focused on the main characteristics of the language portfolio, the structural and functional loading of its sections as well. It has been noted that the teacher faces a difficult task: to teach students to plan a portfolio the ultimate goal to be clear, to outline the amount of information they need to master, and what level they will reach by the end of the semester or the academic year. The language portfolio integrates all components of teaching (training, learning, assessment, self-assessment) and covers all types of speaking activities.
It has been assumed that motivating students and ensuring their step-by-step organization of reflective self-assessment and complex control can be done not only in foreign language classes, but also at meetings of the “English in Intercultural Communication” scientific group by surveying, presenting and clarifying the essence of the language portfolio, its key properties, a detailed description of its sections (language passport, language biography, dossier) and a well-directed and carefully thought-out pedagogical approach.
