THEORETICAL BASIS OF TEACHING ENGLISH TO STUDENTS OF FINE ARTS AND ENGINEERING GRAPHICS ON THE BASIS OF AN INTEGRATIVE APPROACH

Abstract

This article analyzes the possibilities and pedagogical advantages of integrating visual arts in modern foreign language education from a theoretical and practical perspective. In an era of globalization and the growing need for effective intercultural communication, the development of language knowledge, as well as the formation of cultural competence, is gaining importance. Visual arts are a reflection of national values, traditions, and worldviews and can be a valuable tool in enriching foreign language education. This study substantiates the theoretical foundations of introducing visual arts into the language teaching process based on Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences, Stephen Krashen's input hypothesis, and the multimodal learning approach. The article also examines practical and interdisciplinary strategies that serve to develop language learning, cultural literacy, and creative thinking in foreign language teaching. The results of the study show that integrating visual arts into foreign language lessons not only develops linguistic and communicative skills, but also serves to increase cultural awareness and student engagement in the lesson.