DEVELOPING SPEAKING THROUGH PODCASTS

The article examines the effect of listening to English-language podcasts on the development of conversational skills. The first part of the work focuses on various methods for learning and developing conversational skills. A podcast, as a form of media content, is an audio recording that can cover a wide range of topics and formats. In today's world, podcasts have gained immense popularity due to their accessibility and diversity. They allow listeners to immerse themselves in a language environment, which is particularly important for those learning English. It is also worth noting that podcasts can be used for self-study of the language. In the second part of the study, a survey was conducted among a group of students to identify the impact of podcasts on the development of their conversational skills. The survey results showed that students who actively listen to English-language podcasts demonstrate significant improvement in their conversational abilities. They noted that podcasts help them not only expand their vocabulary but also improve their pronunciation and develop listening skills. In conclusion, the study found a positive influence of podcasts on the level of English language learning. Students who regularly listen to podcasts feel more confident when communicating in a foreign language and are able to express their thoughts more freely. This confirms the importance of using modern technologies and media formats in the educational process, which opens new horizons for language learning and contributes to a deeper understanding of the cultural aspects associated with the language.