ENHANCING ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMPETENCE THROUGH TECHNOLOGY-INTEGRATED INSTRUCTION: A FOCUS ON SECONDARY EDUCATION IN KERALA IN THE LIGHT OF KERALA CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK 2023

The integration of technology into education has become a transformative force, reshaping traditional pedagogical approaches worldwide. Kerala, a pioneering state in India known for its educational reforms and high literacy rates, has increasingly adopted technology to improve educational outcomes. This paper examines the role of technology in enhancing English language competence among secondary school students in Kerala, with a specific focus on the Kerala Curriculum Framework (KCF) 2023. The KCF highlights the significance of incorporating technology into the curriculum to create more engaging, interactive, and effective learning experiences. This study explores how technology-driven pedagogical strategies can strengthen English proficiency in secondary education by emphasizing the four core communication skills: speaking, writing, listening, and reading.