THE ROLE OF FORMATIVE EVALUATION IN DEVELOPING DISCOURSE COMPETENCE

Formative evaluation is an essential process in language education, aimed at improving students' ability to communicate effectively and appropriately in various contexts. This article focuses on the importance of formative evaluation in developing discourse competence, which includes organizing coherent texts, maintaining conversational flow, and adapting language to different audiences and purposes. Through continuous feedback, peer collaboration, and targeted teacher interventions, formative evaluation creates a dynamic environment for language learners to refine their discourse skills.