Keyword: «modular learning»

The relevance of this study stems from the need to integrate emotional intelligence into language education in the context of global digitalization. Modern requirements for linguists' training involve not only the development of language competences but also the cultivation of emotional intelligence as a key component of professional competence in the context of digital transformation in education. The study aims to develop, theoretically substantiate, and experimentally verify the effectiveness of a modular educational model designed to integrate the development of language competences and emotional intelligence of linguistics students in a digital educational environment. The research methodology is based on systematic and competency-based approaches, allowing us to consider social-emotional learning as a holistic process of developing professional and personal qualities. The study employed theoretical methods (analysis of scientific literature, modeling of the educational process) and empirical methods (pedagogical experiment, testing, surveys, expert evaluation). Five interconnected educational modules were developed and experimentally tested: "Global Emotions," "Human Stories," "Digital Humanity," "Emotional Mentorship," and "Community Service in English." Each module includes a system of exercises aimed at simultaneously developing language skills and emotional intelligence. The experimental verification of the model's effectiveness was conducted over one semester with 60 linguistics students. The experimental results demonstrated statistically significant differences between groups: participants in the experimental group showed substantial improvement in emotional intelligence indicators (17.9% increase) and language competences (24.9% increase) compared to the control group (5.0% and 10.1%, respectively). Qualitative analysis of the results confirmed improved emotional expression skills in written communication and enhanced intercultural empathy. The theoretical significance of the research lies in substantiating the relationship between emotional intelligence and language competences, as well as developing a conceptual model for their integrated development. The practical significance consists in creating and validating specific educational modules ready for implementation in higher linguistic education.