THE INFLUENCE OF CLIL ON THE CRITICAL THINKING DEVELOPMENT OF LANGUAGE

This article aims to study the specific features of developing critical thinking skills in language learning through the CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) pedagogical approach. CLIL, or Science and Language Integrated Learning, encourages students not only to acquire language, but also to develop a deeper understanding of science. The article analyzes the importance of critical thinking and the influence of CLIL on its development. Also, attention is paid to methods of effective introduction of CLIL technology into the educational process and the role of the teacher in this process. The results of the study show the effectiveness of CLIL in developing not only linguistic competences, but also analytical and critical approach.