Кафедра англійської мови

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    Narrative writing for emotional well-being: a case study into enhancing students’ language skills and resilience
    (2024) Fedoriv, Yaroslava; Pirozhenko, Iryna; Fedoriv, Mariya
    In the current global world, marked by unprecedented crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic and geopolitical conflicts, the educational landscape has undergone significant changes, necessitating innovative approaches to support teaching and learning. This article aims to examine the dual benefits of narrative writing for students learning English as a Foreign Language (EFL) in crisis conditions, focusing on their linguistic development alongside psychological stability. Backed up by contemporary studies on the healing potential of narrative writing, the research hypothesis holds that narrative writing as a pedagogical tool not only facilitates EFL skills development by enhancing vocabulary, grammar, and overall language proficiency but also plays a crucial role in fostering resilience among students facing adversities. The article draws on the case study methodology to examine how narrative writing aids in building coping mechanisms, self-efficacy, and emotional well-being, thus reinforcing the students’ ability to overcome hardships. The findings suggest that through crafting and sharing personal narratives, students are provided with beneficial conditions for emotional expression, which is particularly vital in terms of stress relief during times of crisis. Given its therapeutic potential, the study advocates for reinforcing narrative writing in the ELF curricula and embedding resilience-building narratives in EFL classrooms to both support the students’ language acquisition and nurture their emotional health. Accounting for possible challenges and limitations, the paper underscores the importance of holistic educational practices, including intellectual, psychological, social, and ethical dimensions while addressing both cognitive and emotional needs of the students and emotimately contributing to creating a balanced and inclusive educational environment that assures not just academic achievements but also personal growth, well-being, and overall life skills.
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    Strategies and Practices for Enhancing Learner Motivation in Times of War: Ukraine Case Study
    (2023) Fedoriv, Yaroslava; Pirozhenko, Iryna; Solomashenko, Nataliya; Zhukorska, Liudmyla; Fedoriv, Mariya
    The paper discusses the topic of enhancing learner motivation in times of war, with a specific focus on the case of Ukraine. This research aims to explore the learner motivation in the emergency situations and techniques of enhancing online learner motivation. The authors conduct a study of the students’ survey responses and explore applicable strategies and practices that can be used to support and motivate learners in difficult circumstances.