Authors : Bekniyozova Zarina Rashid Qizi

Volume/Issue : Volume 10 - 2025, Issue 9 - September

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Abstract : In recent decades, Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) has emerged as one of the most innovative and effective approaches in foreign language instruction. Unlike traditional methods that emphasize the isolated acquisition of grammar and vocabulary, CLIL integrates the teaching of subject-specific content with language learning. This dual focus not only enhances learners’ linguistic competence but also fosters the development of cognitive, communicative, and intercultural skills. The theoretical foundations of CLIL are based on the 4C’s framework: Content, Communication, Cognition, and Culture. Through this model, learners simultaneously acquire academic knowledge, practice authentic language use, develop higher- order thinking, and expand intercultural awareness. Research demonstrates that CLIL increases motivation, as students perceive the foreign language as a practical tool for gaining new knowledge and participating in meaningful activities. Furthermore, it creates opportunities for learners to engage with authentic materials, thereby improving reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills in real contexts. However, the implementation of CLIL is not without challenges. Teachers often face difficulties related to balancing subject content and language demands, designing appropriate learning materials, and developing reliable assessment tools that measure both linguistic and disciplinary competences. Despite these limitations, the role of CLIL in foreign language instruction is invaluable. It equips learners with transferable skills, prepares them for participation in multilingual professional environments, and contributes to global citizenship. This article argues that the integration of content and language through CLIL represents a powerful pedagogical strategy for meeting the demands of modern education, promoting lifelong learning, and preparing students for success in a globalized world.

Keywords : CLIL, Foreign Language Instruction, Content Integration, Multilingual Education, Intercultural Competence.

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