TEACHING ENGLISH THROUGH MOVIES (WITH THE REFERENCE TO “THE CROWN”) PART 2: GLOBAL COMPETENCE AND CONVERSATIONAL STRATEGIES

Abstract

The paper discusses the relevant problem of forming global competence in a globalised world, itsimportance for effective intercultural communication, overcoming language barriers, and preventing conflicts that may arise from cultural misunderstandings.The central idea of the research is based on using media content, specifically the series “The Crown”, as an effective tool for developing global competence. It emphasises that films and series are valuable sources of cultural, social and linguistic context. “The Crown” provides authentic material for analysing cultural perspectives, historical events, and political systems of Great Britain, which promotes a deeper understanding of the world and the development of critical thinking.Considerable attention is given to the connection between a foreign language teaching, communication, and conversational strategies. It notes their differences: communication strategies help tobridge linguistic gaps, while conversational strategies relate to broader aspects of managing interaction, supporting the conversation, and social aspects of communication.Specific methodological recommendations are proposed for educators on using “The Crown” intheeducational process: active viewing, using subtitles (from Ukrainian to English), researching additional historical materials, as well as discussions and analysis of characters’ conversational strategies.Further analysis of characters’ conversational strategies in the series using conversational analysis of certain episodes will highlight its capacity to enhance students’ global competence, cultural understanding, and communication skills