THE IMPORTANCE OF NON-VERBAL COMMUNICATIONIN TEACHING AND LEARNINGA FOREIGN LANGUAGE

The article is devoted to the importance of non-verbal communication in teaching and learning a foreign language. It is stated that non-verbal communication is a form of communication that includes gestures, facial expressions, postures, visual contact, tone of voice, touch, and conveys figurative and emotional content. Knowledge of a sign language allows a person to better understand the interlocutor and anticipate his impressions. Non-verbal communication is also an integral part of learning and teaching a foreign language and culture. In the interaction of a teacher with children non-verbal communication is carried out through several channels: facial expressions, touching, gestures, communication distance, visual interaction, intonation. There are various methods of non-verbal correction which can be used in class, such as finger correction, gestures and facial expressions, echo correction. All these types of correction are very effective in class. Non-verbal aspect of communication plays a significant role in the process of interaction between a teacher and students and facilitates their mutual work