SELECTING AUTHENTIC MATERIALS IN TEACHING ENGLISH

The advantages of the utilization of authentic materials for the language lear-ners have been estimated to be an effective way to teach English by providing real-life experi-ence in the classroom environment. There are many available materials to be worth promoting to be able to satisfy the needs of students in all knowledge spheres. The English language has been in a wide usage of all aspects such as: economics, politics, social issues and these can be found in authentic materials. They are a great help to collaborate language skills as well as knowledge. In the process of teaching a foreign language it is important to consider what kind of authentic material to choose and which is more efficient to the requirements of the learners. In this article the explanation and strategies of selecting appropriate authentic materials will be put forward.