THE EVOLUTION OF PRACTICAL PHONETICS TEACHING: 21ST-CENTURY METHODS FOR PHILOLOGY STUDENTS

Abstract

In the context of rapid technological and pedagogical development, the teaching of practical phonetics has undergone significant changes in the 21st century. Traditional methods based on repetition and imitation are gradually being replaced by interactive, communicative, and technology-supported approaches. This study explores the evolution of practical phonetics teaching and analyzes the effectiveness of modern methods for students majoring in philology.

The research was conducted over one academic semester with undergraduate students studying English philology. A mixed-method approach was applied, combining quantitative analysis of improvements in pronunciation and qualitative evaluation of student engagement and learning experiences. The participants were divided into two groups: a control group taught using traditional methods and an experimental group taught using modern communicative and technological approaches.

The results showed that students taught using modern methods achieved significant improvement in pronunciation accuracy, intonation, and speech fluency. In addition, they demonstrated higher levels of motivation and active participation.

The study concludes that modern phonetics teaching approaches create a more effective and engaging learning environment. It is recommended that teachers adopt innovative strategies that integrate technology, communication, and student-centered approaches.