Foreign Language Learning Environment and Communicative Competence Development in Kazakhstan
Karimova A. Zhumataeva E. Baigozhina Z. Akizhanova D.
February 2026Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI)
Education Sciences
2026#16Issue 2
This study examines the effectiveness of a purposefully constructed Foreign Language Learning Environment (FLLE) in developing foreign language communicative competence within Kazakhstani higher education. Focusing on four interrelated components—pedagogical resources, physical learning space, motivational strategies, and ICT integration—the study addresses the limited opportunities for authentic English communication characteristic of EFL contexts. A quasi-experimental design involving 69 undergraduate students was employed, with participants divided into experimental and control groups. Statistical analysis using the Mann–Whitney U test revealed significantly higher post-test results in the experimental group, particularly in speaking performance. The findings demonstrate that communicative competence development can be significantly enhanced when (1) instructional materials prioritize authentic, task-based communication, (2) classroom spaces are organized to facilitate face-to-face interaction, (3) motivational support is provided through speaking activities and extracurricular activities, and (4) ICT tools, including conversational AI, are used to extend communicative interaction beyond classroom time.
communicative competence , English language learning environment , foreign language education , language learning environment components
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Higher School of Humanities, Pavlodar Pedagogical University Named after Alkey Margulan, Pavlodar, 140002, Kazakhstan
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Toraighyrov University, Pavlodar, 140008, Kazakhstan
Foreign Languages Department, L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, Astana, Z01A3D7, Kazakhstan
Translation Theory and Practice Department, L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, Astana, Z01A3D7, Kazakhstan
Higher School of Humanities
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Foreign Languages Department
Translation Theory and Practice Department
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