ENHANCING LEXICAL COMPETENCE IN PHILOLOGY STUDENTS: THE ROLE OF AUTHENTIC TEXTS AND THE FRAYER MODEL

This article explores the integration of authentic texts and the Frayer Model to enhance lexical competence in philology students. Authentic texts—materials created for native speakers—provide rich, contextualized language exposure, fostering cultural awareness and motivation. The Frayer Model, a structured graphic organizer, promotes deep vocabulary understanding through definitions, characteristics, examples, and non-examples. Combining these tools addresses the limitations of traditional rote memorization by offering contextual learning and cognitive engagement. A case study conducted in a first-year English philology course demonstrated a 30% increase in correct word usage and improved student confidence in inferring meanings. The study underscores the effectiveness of this integrated approach in preparing students for the linguistic and cultural demands of academic and professional communication.