USING LANGUAGE APPROPRIATELY FOR A RANGE OF CLASSROOM FUNCTIONS
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Key words: classroom language; communicative and didactic functions; the functions of learners’ language; classroom communication; classroom management.Abstract
Abstract: The article looks into the problem of structuring the discourse in the foreign language classroom. The author focuses on the classroom functions that are the purposes for which teachers and learners use language in the classroom as part of foreign language teacher professional competence. This paper explores the importance of using language appropriately for a range of classroom functions, focusing on how effective communication supports teaching and learning across diverse educational settings. Language is a critical tool in the classroom, serving various functions such as giving instructions, managing behavior, facilitating discussions, and providing feedback. Educators must be able to adapt their language to suit different purposes, audiences, and contexts, enabling them to create an inclusive, engaging, and supportive learning environment.
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