How to stimulate interest in the Slovak language in multicultural Transcarpathia? Cover Image

Ako stimulovať záujem o slovenský jazyk v multikultúrnom Zakarpatsku?
How to stimulate interest in the Slovak language in multicultural Transcarpathia?

Author(s): Jana Kesselová
Subject(s): Language studies, Language and Literature Studies, Foreign languages learning, Educational Psychology, Sociology of Education
Published by: Lingvokulturologické a prekladateľsko-tlmočnícke centrum excelentnosti pri Filozofickej fakulte Prešovskej university v Prešove (LPTCE)
Keywords: Slovak language; Zakarpatska; multicultural; native speakers; international cooperation; educational activities;

Summary/Abstract: The article discusses the current state and challenges of teaching the Slovak language in the multicultural region of Zakarpatska, Ukraine. It highlights the unique aspects of Slovak studies at universities in Uzhhorod, Lviv, and Dnipro, emphasizing the importance of direct interaction with native speakers and practical language use. The presence of Slovak language lecturers and international cooperation programs significantly enhance the learning experience. The article also details various educational activities, including study stays in Slovakia, participation in the Summer School of Studia Academica Slovaca, and cultural events. These initiatives aim to stimulate students' interest in Slovak language and culture, providing them with opportunities to improve their communication skills and cultural understanding. The support from Slovak institutions, such as the Ministry of Education and SlovakAid, plays a crucial role in improving educational conditions and resources. The article concludes that a combination of formal and informal teaching methods, along with international exposure, is essential for maintaining and increasing students' interest in Slovak studies.

  • Issue Year: 14/2023
  • Issue No: 56
  • Page Range: 59-65
  • Page Count: 7
  • Language: Slovak
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