Tourist terminology in teaching english in ukrainian higher education institutions : history and modernity

The aim of the publication is to analyse the effectiveness of using tourist terminology as a tool for learning English, in particular in the context of teaching students of different levels in Ukraine. The article discusses the importance of tourist vocabulary for the development of language competences, its role in motivating students, as well as the possibilities of integrating this topic into curricula. The research methodology is based on the analysis of scientific works and empirical studies, as well as the integration of modern pedagogical approaches to foreign language learning by Ukrainian students. The methods used are analysis, synthesis, comparison and research of real-life examples of using tourist vocabulary in the classroom. The scientific significance of the work lies in the fact that it reveals new approaches to the systematic analysis of tourist terminology as a powerful tool for the development of English, in particular in terms of its integration into the curriculum for students of different levels. The impact of using tourism topics on the development of students’ language skills and intercultural competence is considered. The study also focuses on the possibility of using tourist vocabulary as a means of developing students’ communicative competence in an authentic language environment. The results of the research confirm that tourist vocabulary helps to increase motivation to learn the language, allows students to practically apply knowledge in real situations, such as travelling or serving tourists. The article also highlights that tourist terminology is an effective tool for developing reading, listening, speaking and writing skills, which ensures comprehensive acquisition of English. The systematic use of tourism terminology in the educational process has been found to contribute not only to the acquisition of specialised vocabulary, but also to the development of critical thinking and intercultural communication skills.