FOREIGN LANGUAGE EDUCATION IN MULTICULTURAL CONTEXTS: BALANCING ACADEMIC INTEGRITY ANF EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION

Keywords: academic integrity, effective communication, foreign language, multicultural competence The prevailing discourse in contemporary higher education emphasizes the critical importance of maintaining academic integrity as a foundational principle for effectively preparing future professionals. Modern graduates, equipped with an expanding knowledge base and extensive practical experience, are also expected to enhance their competencies through engagement with global information sources. Notably, the most current and authoritative data across numerous fields, such as business, medicine, education, culture, and technology, are often first published in English. As a result, proficiency in English is indispensable for professionals aiming to excel in these domains, making foreign language competence a pivotal component of educational excellence.