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The Role of Terminology in
Teaching German To
Technical Students
Yu.R.Juraeva
A
senior teacher of “Foreign languages” department of Karshi State
Technical University, Uzbekistan
Abstract:
The article examines the importance of
terminology in the process of teaching German to
students of technical specialties. Special attention is
paid to the specifics of technical vocabulary, methods of
its study and integration into the educational process.
Modern approaches to teaching a professionally
oriented language are analyzed and recommendations
for effective assimilation of the terminological
apparatus are given.
Keywords:
German language, terminology, technical
specialties, professionally oriented education, technical
language.
Introduction:
In the modern world, technological
progress and international cooperation in the field of
engineering and technological sciences require not only
high professional training from specialists, but also
proficiency in foreign languages, in particular, German.
Germany is one of the leading countries in the field of
mechanical engineering, energy, automotive and
information technology, so knowledge of the German
language plays a key role in the professional activities of
engineers and technicians.
One of the most important aspects of learning German
in technical universities is mastering the terminology
necessary for professional communication, reading
scientific
articles,
working
with
technical
documentation and participating in international
projects. However, the process of mastering specialized
vocabulary is fraught with a number of difficulties: the
high complexity of terms, the lack of equivalents in the
native language, the difference in terminological
systems, as well as the problems of using terms in
practice.
The relevance of the research is due to the need to
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develop effective terminology teaching methods that
will allow students not only to memorize new words,
but also to actively use them in the professional field.
This paper examines the main problems of studying
German terminology by students of technical
specialties, analyzes the existing methods of its
development and suggests the most effective teaching
strategies.
The purpose of the study is to determine the optimal
ways of introducing, consolidating and practical
application of German technical terminology in the
learning process. To gain this goal, the following tasks
are being solved:
To identify the features of the technical terminology of
the German language;
Identify the main difficulties that students face in
studying it;
To consider modern methods of teaching terminology
at a technical university;
To offer recommendations on optimizing the learning
process.
The object of the research is the process of teaching
German technical terminology in universities, and the
subject is methods and technologies that contribute to
the effective assimilation and practical application of
terms.
The structure of the work includes an introduction, the
main part, which examines the theoretical aspects and
practical methods of studying terminology, as well as a
conclusion
containing
conclusions
and
recommendations for improving the learning process.
The main part
The specifics of technical terminology
The German technical language is characterized by a
high degree of accuracy and formalization.
Terminology often includes complex compound words,
borrowings from English and Latin, as well as stable
phrases.
For
example,
terms
such
as
"Druckluftkompressor"
(air
compressor)
or
"Hochspannungsleitung" (high voltage line) require a
special approach to study.
METHODS
Methods of studying terminology:
The study of terminology in teaching German to
technical students can be based on various methods.
Here are the main ones:
1. The contextual method.
Study of terms in authentic texts (technical articles,
instructions, specifications).
Analyzing their meaning depending on the context.
The use of gap-filling techniques for fixing.
2. The CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning)
method.
Studying technical subjects in German.
Combining lexical and professional content.
Discussion of topics related to technical terminology in
a foreign language.
3. Semantic maps (Mind Mapping).
Graphical representation of terms and their
interrelationships.
Create groups of terms by topic and visualize them.
4. The comparative method.
Comparison of German terms with their equivalents in
the students' native language.
Analysis of differences in meaning, structure, and usage.
5. The corpus method.
The use of electronic German language corpora (DWDS,
COSMAS II) to analyze the frequency and contexts of the
use of terms.
The study of examples of the actual use of terms in
technical texts.
6. Glossary method.
Compilation of bilingual and thematic glossaries.
Using memory cards (Quizlet, Anki).
7. The project-based learning method.
Students create projects in German using technical
terminology.
Development of presentations, technical reports and
descriptions.
8. Gaming technology.
Lexical quests and terminology quizzes.
Role-playing games that simulate professional activity.
9. Audio and video method.
Watching technical video tutorials, interviews with
engineers and specialists.
Listening to audio materials with technical terms.
10. The method of modeling professional situations.
Simulation of negotiations, presentations, and project
defense.
Analysis of typical dialogues in a professional
environment.
The choice of methods depends on the level of students'
training, their specialty, and the goals of their studies.
Problems and ways to solve them.
There can be different problems counted by many
scientists from all over the world:
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1. The difficulty of perceiving specialized vocabulary.
Technical terms in German are often polysyllabic, have
Latin or Greek roots, and are difficult to remember.
2. Differences in terminological systems. Some terms
may differ depending on the technical industry and the
country, which creates confusion.
3. Lack of correspondence in the students' native
language. In some cases, the equivalents of the terms
are missing or have a different meaning, which makes
it difficult to understand.
4. Lack of authentic materials. Textbooks do not always
contain up-to-date technical texts, which makes it
more difficult to learn relevant terminology.
5. Difficulties in using terms in a professional context.
Knowledge of the term does not guarantee the ability
to apply it in speech and written works.
Solutions:
1. Contextual study of terminology. The inclusion of
terms in technical texts, dialogues, and case studies
helps students learn them better.
2. The use of bilingual and specialized glossaries. The
development and active use of terminological
dictionaries contributes to the systematization of
knowledge.
3. Application of the CLIL (Content and Language
Integrated Learning) methodology. Studying through
technical disciplines in German allows students to
simultaneously master terminology and specialized
knowledge.
4. Creating and analyzing corpus data. Working with
German-language technical articles, patents, and
instructions will help students adapt to the actual use
of terms.
5. Developing productive skills (speaking and writing).
Regular presentations, technical reports, discussions,
and practical assignments will help students apply
terminology in a professional context.
6. The use of digital technologies and online resources.
Platforms with terminology databases, simulations,
and interactive courses increase motivation and
facilitate learning.
CONCLUSION
Technical terminology plays a key role in teaching
German to students of technical specialties. An
integrated approach to its study, including various
methods and integration into professionally oriented
classes, contributes to the effective assimilation of the
material and the development of competencies
necessary for future professional activity.
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