DIGITALIZATION OF UKRAINIAN LANGUAGE TEACHING AT SCHOOL: OPPORTUNITIES FOR MODERNIZATION OF THE EDUCATIONAL PROCESS

Abstract

The article examines the process of digitalization in teaching the Ukrainian language in secondary school,with a focus on developing students’ lexical competence. The relevance of the research is determined bythe implementation of the New Ukrainian School concept and the need to update language teaching methodsin response to the challenges of the digital society. The paper analyzes the theoretical foundations of digitaltransformation in education, particularly language education, and outlines the possibilities of modern digital tools such as interactive platforms (Wordwall, LearningApps), mobile applications (Quizlet, LinguaLeo),online dictionaries, and educational video resources. The study identifies methods and techniques that promoteeffective learning of lexicological material, including gamification, web quests, digital testing, and multimediavisualization. Special attention is given to the teacher’s role in digitalization–their digital and methodologicalcompetence, as well as their ability to adapt learning tools to educational goals and students’ needs. Thekey barriers to digital integration (technical, methodological, and psychological) are identified, and possiblesolutions are proposed.The author argues that digital technologies are not a secondary supplement but an integral part of a modernUkrainian language lesson. Examples of successful implementation of digital platforms in lexicology teachingpractice are presented. Emphasis is placed on the benefits of personalized learning and the developmentof students’ key competencies. The article highlights the importance of critical thinking, digital literacy,and communication skills in the process of mastering lexical material. The integration of artificial intelligenceinto the educational environment is considered as a promising direction. The influence of digital technologies onstudents’ motivation and engagement in the learning process is analyzed separately. It is noted that digitalizationpromotes flexibility and adaptability in lessons. The importance of improving teachers’ qualifications inthe field of digital linguodidactics is emphasized.The obtained results can serve as a foundation for further research in digital education and Ukrainianlanguage teaching.The article underscores the need for institutional support for digitalization processes in education. The authoralso highlights the expediency of creating a unified educational platform for lexicological learning. A samplemodel of a digital Ukrainian language lesson is proposed, taking into account students’ age characteristics.The analysis confirms the effectiveness of an integrated approach combining ICT, pedagogical mastery,and methodological design. The practical value of the study lies in the possibility of applying the describedtools and techniques in teachers’ daily educational practice.