METHODS AND TECHNIQUES FOR DEVELOPING STUDENTS' POLYCULTURAL COMPETENCE IN RUSSIAN AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE

In the context of globalization and increasing intercultural interactions, the development of polycultural competence in students learning Russian as a foreign language (RFL) has become a crucial pedagogical objective. This paper explores the methods and techniques used to foster polycultural competence in RFL classrooms. It analyzes the theoretical foundations of polycultural education, the role of cultural awareness in language acquisition, and practical approaches to integrating cultural elements into RFL teaching. The research findings indicate that a combination of communicative, interactive, and project-based methodologies significantly enhances students' intercultural awareness and linguistic proficiency. The study concludes that developing polycultural competence not only improves language acquisition but also fosters a deeper understanding of different cultural perspectives, promoting mutual respect and tolerance among students from diverse backgrounds.