Elena Anisimova

The article is devoted to the peculiarities of organizing work in small groups while teaching a foreign language. This kind of work is viewed under the consideration of a learner centered approach. Special attention is given to the necessity of using the method of a role-play in small groups while teaching a foreign language. The article contains original exercises stimulating the level of motivation with the learners and facilitating the quality of education.

To increase the efficiency of individual work in English, a group of teachers offers a number of alternative tasks reflecting different aspects of the foreign language. Cadets are asked to do grammar and vocabulary exercises, different tasks based on the texts, exercises preparing for mid-term and final tests. Performance appraisal rating system is used for the out-of-class English language practical course assessment. It helps increase the level of cadets’ personal responsibility for their knowledge of the English language.