PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS IN APPLYING INNOVATIVE EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE LESSONS
Keywords:
innovative educational technologies, English language teaching, digital literacy, gamification, blended learning, instructional design, pedagogical solutions, teacher professional developmentAbstract
This paper investigates the challenges and solutions associated with implementing innovative educational technologies in English language teaching. Drawing on contemporary pedagogical theories and practical studies, it examines how technologies such as interactive platforms, gamification, blended learning, and virtual classrooms can enhance students’ engagement, motivation, and learning outcomes. The study identifies obstacles such as limited digital literacy, infrastructural constraints, and resistance to change among educators, and proposes strategies including professional development, tailored training, and adaptive curriculum design. The findings contribute to applied linguistics, instructional design, and educational technology research