THE ROLE OF DIGITAL TOOLS IN TEACHING ENGLISH IDIOMS TO B2 STUDENTS

Аннотация

A combination of their figurative nature, cultural complexities, and the difficulty students frequently encounter in grasping their meanings and usage, teaching English idioms presents major obstacles. The importance of digital tools in language acquisition, especially in the teaching of idiomatic expressions, is receiving more attention as these technologies develop in educational contexts. This article examines the advantages and difficulties of teaching B2-level pupils English idioms through digital resources, concentrating on well-known learning environments like Kahoot!, Quizlet, Memrise, and Duolingo. These resources give students a dynamic and interesting setting in which to practice idioms through gamification, interactive tests, flashcards, and multimedia, facilitating improved retention and contextual comprehension. Additionally, the article provides real-world examples and empirical research. Empirical research and real-world examples that demonstrate how well these digital tools work to improve language proficiency are also highlighted in the article. In the end, using digital resources in idiom teaching offers a more engaging and customized learning environment in addition to helping students acquire new words.