LISTENING SKILLS IN LEARNING A LANGUAGE: THE IMPORTANCE, BENEFITS AND MEANS OF ENHANCEMENT

Abstract

The study deals with the main issues of listening skills in learning a foreign language. Efficient listening is an extremely important life skill and a key to effective communication. Although great deal of research has long been devoted to different issues of language learning, there is current need for a detailed examination of listening in learning a foreign language. Consequently, the survey aimed at considering and analysing the importance, benefits, and means of listening skills enhancement in a language learning. The key issues of listening in learning a foreign language have been studied and defined by the methods of monitoring and comparative analysis of internet resources. Considering the survey findings, further research perspectives of listening skills in learning a foreign language have been outlined.