TYPOLOGY OF E-LEARNING TOOLS FOR FOREIGN LANGUAGES LEARNING

Abstract

The paper is devoted to the issue of typologisation of e-learning tools for educational purposes in the sphere of foreign languages learning. The analysis of the previous research in the field leads to the conclusion that all digital tools in the learning environment can be subdivided according to their nature and the function they perform in the process of foreign languages learning. Analysis reveals that all e-learning tools are based on information and communication technology used for transmission of information and organization of communication. Modern computer tools and software can significantly intensify the learning and teaching process. The use of computer-aided learning tools in language education, taking into account their typological characteristics and in accordance with specific educational tasks, allows for a full realization of their specific linguistic and didactic functions.

Keywords

• e-learning
• foreign language
• technology of foreign languages e-learning
• e-learning tool
• language education