The Role of Contextual Approach in Mastering Terminology Related to the Oil and Gas Industry
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The terminology used in the oil and gas industry is characterized by technical complexity and interdisciplinarity. These terms are directly related to disciplines such as geology, engineering, safety, and ecology, and their effective acquisition is an important aspect of professional training. This article analyzes the advantages of teaching terminology based on a contextual approach. During the study, learners’ effectiveness in mastering terms was observed through technical texts, real conversations, and video tutorials. The results demonstrated the superiority of the contextual approach over lexical methods. This approach is distinguished by serving not only memorization but also practical application.
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