Стратегии самостоятельного изучения грамматических явлений английского языка в научных и академических целях

Abstract

English language proficiency is vital for academics working in higher education. English serves as the means of written and spoken interaction among researchers, teaching staff, and students. Research and teaching activities are performed in English as international language of science communication and networking. When functioning in predominantly monolingual environment the necessity to brush up and enhance skills in English as foreign language arises. Grammar, above all, is viewed in this respect as the integral and core component of foreign language skills. Thus, figuring out the ways and means for mastering, reviewing and revising grammatical skills on one`s own using books and online materials is essential. It is also important when working with students and building communication in English to be able to equip students with certain strategies to sustain their foreign language skills to enable mutually productive meaningful communication about science, teaching and learning. The above said conditions the relevance of the topic chosen.