On 10 March, the Department of European and Turkic Languages at the University of World Economy and Diplomacy (UWED) hosted a methodological seminar entitled “Using of Modern Interactive Methods in Foreign Language Teaching (Based on the Experience of European Universities)”. The seminar was organized by German language teachers Sh.M. Abduganiyeva and U.I. Sultanova.

The seminar was attended by the head of the Department of European and Turkic Languages at the UWED, Candidate of Philological Sciences, Associate Professor Vasila Akramdganovna Mamatkasimova, teachers of the department, as well as Yasin Yayla, Associate Professor at Kırklareli University, German teacher K.K. Istamova at School No. 112 of the Mirzo-Ulugbek district in Tashkent, N. D. Zakirova, head Teacher of German at the UWED Academic Lyceum and Coordinator of the Joint Educational Program with Germany.

During the methodological seminar, it was noted that in the context of the modernization of the education system, the introduction of modern pedagogical technologies and interactive teaching methods is of particular importance. The application of these approaches in foreign language teaching contributes to increasing student activity, developing their communication skills, and increasing the effectiveness of and interest in the learning process.

The main goal of the methodological seminar was to demonstrate the possibilities of interactive teaching methods that ensure active interaction between teachers and students. The use of such methods allows students to actively participate in the educational process, freely express their thoughts, and apply the knowledge they have gained in practice.

During the seminar, participants were introduced to interactive methods such as “Creative and Active Dictation”, “Role-playing Games”, “Continuing the Story”, “Creative Dictation on a Grammar Topic”, “Comet Flight”, and “Alphabet Fantasy”. It was emphasized that these methods contribute to the development of students independent thinking, communication skills and creative approach.

In addition, digital technologies play a special role in the modern educational process. European universities actively use the online platforms Gimkit, Wordwall and Kahoot in foreign language classes to organize interactive educational games. These platforms allow students to consolidate their knowledge, expand their vocabulary and make the learning process more interesting.

At the end of the seminar, it was noted that the use of interactive methods in foreign language classes significantly increases the effectiveness of learning. The experience of European universities shows that the use of modern interactive methods and online games makes the language learning process more exciting and effective.

In this regard, the widespread use of modern teaching technologies, interactive methods and digital educational platforms is of particular importance in foreign language teaching.