This article provides a theoretical analysis of the didactic potential of virtual reality technologies in the process of enhancing the strategic system of English language teaching. The study substantiates the role of VR technologies in creating immersive, reality-based communicative environments, increasing learners’ cognitive engagement, and supporting independent and reflective learning processes. Furthermore, the paper examines the pedagogical integration of virtual reality technologies with the core components of a strategic framework for English language instruction.

virtual reality technologies, English language teaching, strategic instructional system, didactic potential, digital pedagogy, communicative competence.

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