National-patriotic education of students in english classes

Abstract

The article highlights the problem of national and patriotic education of students in the process of learning English, points out the importance of rethinking its role, searching for new forms, methods, principles and approaches to national and patriotic education in higher educational institutions of Ukraine during the period of our nation's participation in the war waged by Russia on the territory of our country. The essence of the concepts of "national education" and "patriotism" is revealed. It is noted that students express their patriotism by understanding the history and culture of their country, their family origin, observance of folk customs and traditions, respect for the symbols of Ukrainian sovereignty, a high level of mastery of their native language, readiness to defend their people, a developed sense of civic duty, national pride and spiritual development. It has been proved that the educational purpose of the subject is achieved through its communicative function, while the means of its implementation are modern textbooks, teaching aids, methodical development of teaching, which adequately present the content of national studies, devoted to national culture, traditions, knowledge of history, geography, economy, literature, art, etc. The importance of using multimedia and Internet resources in the process of learning English is emphasised, in order to create a student's language environment with the use of modern tools for searching and processing foreign language information, authentic literary works, educational platforms, training courses, etc. The usefulness of involving students in cultural and educational events held in foreign languages, English discussion clubs, olympiads, competitions, clubs, exchange programmes, especially in English-speaking countries, is emphasised. The role of the foreign language teacher as a key figure in the formation of students' national and patriotic feelings is emphasised.