Keyword: «podcasts»

The article is devoted to the problems of students’ general cultural competences formation during foreign language learning for extracurricular period. The author suggests using such form of independent interactive work as listening the podcasts, writing synop sis and designed technology.

The article deals with possibilities to use a variety of information and communication technologies for developing effective listening skills in students in the process of learning a foreign language. The use of such technologies proves to be motivating for language learners as they can have language practice in and out of the classroom. The author analyses some of the most common and popular among teachers and students ICT tools.