STRATEGIES FOR IMPLEMENTING INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES IN THE EDUCATIONAL PROCESS OF HIGHER MILITARY EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS DURING FOREIGN LANGUAGE TEACHING TO CADETS OF NON-LINGUISTIC SPECIALTIES

Abstract

Summary. The article considers the peculiarities of implementing strategies for information and communication technologies (ICT) in the educational process of higher military educational institutions during the teaching of foreign languages. The current principles of teaching foreign (English) languages to cadets of non-linguistic specialties are defined, emphasizing their foreign language training as an integral component of the overall training system for military personnel. The integration of ICT into the educational process establishes a qualitatively new form of lifelong learning, based on purposeful self-educational activities.

During the research, 57 foreign language teachers from three higher military educational institutions were interviewed. It is substantiated that the consideration of the military-specific features of the educational process is a necessary condition for the application of ICT. The article identifies the actual strategies of teaching foreign (English) language to cadets of non-linguistic specialities in higher military educational institutions of Ukraine in the context of the development of ICT, including enhancing motivation, access to modern educational materials, and providing a comprehensive system of informational and methodological support for the educational process, etc.

Furthermore, the research suggests that the strategic incorporation of ICT will not only improve the efficiency of language learning but also prepare cadets for the digitalized world they will encounter in both military operations and international diplomacy. By promoting self-directed learning through ICT tools, cadets are empowered to manage their own educational paths, fostering autonomy and adaptability - traits that are essential in the rapidly evolving demands of modern military service.

In conclusion, the study underscores the potential of ICT to transform foreign language education in military settings. The successful integration of these technologies, aligned with the specific needs of cadets and the military education system, will lead to a more effective, flexible, and dynamic approach to language training that ensures cadets are well-prepared to engage in global and intercultural communication within their military careers.