DEVELOPING STRATEGIC COMPETENCE IN FOREIGN LANGUAGE TEACHING FOR UPPER SECONDARY STUDENTS (GRADES 10–11)
Keywords:
Strategic competence, communicative competence, foreign language teaching (FLT), communication strategies, upper secondary education, Canale and SwainAbstract
Strategic competence, a crucial component of communicative language competence, plays a pivotal role in enabling advanced learners to overcome communication breakdowns and enhance the effectiveness of their interaction. This article explores the theoretical frameworks and practical applications of developing strategic competence specifically for students in grades 10 and 11 (upper secondary education). At this critical stage of language acquisition, students transition from intermediate to advanced proficiency, making the ability to manage discourse and compensate for linguistic gaps essential. The study examines various communication strategies, pedagogical approaches for their instruction, and the specific needs of adolescent learners preparing for higher education or professional environments.
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