Technological Tools to Enhance the Four Language Competencies: Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing

Nigora Qurbonova

doi:10.2024/m1n9ms15

Authors

Nigora Qurbonova Graduate master student of SamSIFL Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.2024/m1n9ms15

Keywords:

technological tools, four competencies, speech recognition software, e-books, VR, AR, collaborative writing

Abstract

It is an indispensable fact that the integration of technology in foreign language learning is of crucial importance in the modern educational landscape. Technological tools provide dynamic, engrossing, and personalized learning experiences that help learners enhance the four core language skills: reading, listening, speaking, and writing. This article explores the different ways of how various range of technologies improve each of these competencies with relevant examples of effective tools used in language education today.

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