Linguistic persona development of a philologist in the digital environment of the university

Abstract

The aim of this research is to illuminate the efficacy of scaffolding as a distinctive modality of pedagogical enhancement within the digital educational landscapes of universities. This article elucidates the core essence, multifaceted functions, and diverse techniques of scaffolding, alongside avenues for deeply engaging students in the learning of foreign languages. It delves into the intricacies of an e-learning course centered on foreign language acquisition, intricately woven with the scaffolding principles unique to the digital realm. The study rigorously assesses the impact of integrating these principles on the development of students’ foreign language communicative competence, exemplified through the FutureLearn e-learning courses. The scholarly significance of this investigation emerges from delineating three primary forms of scaffolding: individual scaffolding, partnership scaffolding, and person-computer-based scaffolding. In conclusion, this endeavor not only yields the creation of FutureLearn - e-learning courses that embody scaffolding ideals - but also paves a path for enriched educational practices that elevate foreign language learning in a digitally interconnected world.