Integration of traditional and digital educational technologies: points of contact and differences in teaching a foreign language

Relevance. The use of digital educational technologies can lead to more effective and interactive learning, offering new opportunities for teachers and students. In light of the introduction of digital technologies in education, the Government of the Republic of Uzbekistan is actively developing new initiatives, issuing decrees and resolutions, which emphasizes the importance of carefully studying the integration of traditional and digital teaching methods in the country's educational system.Purpose. Thus, the purpose of the current article is to identify common ground and differences between traditional and digital educational technologies in teaching a foreign language in order to create the most effective educational model.Methodology. The methodology of scientific work is based on analysis and synthesis, as well as comparison.Results. The results of the work showed that, in the modern world, knowledge of a foreign language is necessary, and understanding how best to use existing educational resources in the process of teaching languages is crucial for both self-study and for private teachers and educational institutions. While digital technologies offer several benefits, including increased access to education, instant feedback, and personalization of learning paths, traditional methods still retain their value in creating and implementing the educational process. The study shows that the most optimal educational model is a balanced approach that combines the strengths of both traditional and digital technologies. Understanding the common ground and differences between the analysed technologies makes it possible to create a more effective and attractive learning environment, which ultimately increases the educational level, improves the quality of foreign language proficiency.Conclusions. The study acts as an additional tool for studying the current issue, for developing curricula and teaching methods for foreign languages, which optimize the learning of languages in the digital age, thus determining the significance of the results obtained.