GAMIFICATION THROUGH MOBILE APPS: ENHANCING AUTONOMY IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING

This article provides an in-depth analysis of modern interactive approaches in English language teaching with a particular focus on communicative competence. It explores how innovative instructional strategies contribute to the development of learners’ speaking and listening skills in both academic and real-life contexts. Special attention is given to the role of learner engagement, motivation, and low-anxiety classroom environments. The study argues that well-structured interactive activities enhance fluency, pronunciation accuracy, and overall language confidence. The findings indicate that students exposed to such approaches demonstrate higher participation levels, improved comprehension, and greater autonomy in language use.