საქართველოს ტექნიკური უნივერსიტეტი
ასცირებული პროფესორი
თბილისი/საქართველო
gamkrelidzenana12@gtu.ge
Modern Strategies for Teaching the German Language to Students of Technical Faculties
Abstract
In the context of modern globalization, technological progress, and international professional cooperation, proficiency in foreign languages, particularly German, has become one of the essential professional competencies for students of technical faculties. Today, the German language is considered one of the leading languages in science, engineering, technology, and industrial development, which significantly increases its practical and academic importance for technical students. Consequently, the development and implementation of effective teaching strategies tailored to students’ professional needs and the demands of the modern labor market have become especially relevant.
The present paper discusses contemporary strategies, methods, and approaches to teaching German to students of technical faculties. Particular attention is paid to professionally oriented language teaching, the effective acquisition of technical terminology, practical and interactive teaching methods, as well as the integration of digital technologies and innovative educational platforms into the learning process. The research is based on the principles of student-centered education, which contributes not only to the development of linguistic competence but also to the enhancement of professional and intercultural skills.
Special emphasis is placed on the challenges faced by technical students in the process of foreign language acquisition. In many cases, students encounter difficulties in mastering professional terminology, understanding technical texts, and communicating effectively in a foreign-language professional environment. These challenges require the application of teaching strategies that connect theoretical knowledge with practical activities and develop students’ communication skills in real professional situations.
The paper also examines the role of the German language in the internationalization of technical education. Academic and professional cooperation with German-speaking countries, student exchange programs, international projects, and employment opportunities further increase the importance of German language proficiency for future specialists in technical fields.
The aim of the research is to present effective teaching strategies that promote the professional, communicative, and intercultural development of students of technical faculties, as well as to enhance their competitiveness in the international academic and professional environment.
Keywords: German language teaching, technical faculty, professional communication, teaching strategies, technical terminology, student-centered learning, intercultural competence, digital technologies, foreign language teaching, technical education.