A utilização dos recursos tecnológicos no desenvolvimento da língua inglesa

Abstract

This paper discusses the benefits, challenges, and possibilities that technological resources offer for the enhancement of English language teaching and learning, emphasizing the need for strategies that ensure digital inclusion and equitable access to technology. Its goal is to investigate the importance of technological resources in the development of the English language. Through a qualitative and bibliographic methodological approach, we explore how the use of digital tools can contribute to the acquisition and improvement of students' language skills. Our guiding question is: how can technological tools contribute to the development of English language skills? To answer this, we draw on the understanding of authors such as Amorin (2024), Blake (2013), and Johnson (2005) to highlight the relevance of technological tools as allies in the teaching-learning process, especially in the development of students' language competencies. We also base our work on Albuquerque (2024), Leffa (1999), in order to address the use of technology as an innovative resource that enhances student engagement and motivation, facilitating content assimilation and the development of communicative skills in English. The results indicate that the incorporation of technology into teaching promotes greater engagement, facilitates learning, and enables more dynamic and interactive teaching practices. We emphasize how the integration of digital resources can transform the educational environment, making it more dynamic and interactive while enhancing academic outcomes and preparing students for the demands of a globalized world. We discuss how digital tools, interactive platforms, and other technological resources can influence language learning among students at this educational stage. Additionally, we explore strategies to promote inclusive and equitable education, where technological resources serve as tools to democratize access to language learning and prepare students for a globalized and interconnected world.