THE ROLE OF SIMULATIONS IN DEVELOPING JURISPRUDENCE STUDENTS’ SOCIOLINGUISTIC COMPETENCE IN ENGLISH LESSONS
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Sociolinguistic competence is essential for law students who need to use English effectively in social and professional legal contexts. This article explores how simulation-based learning helps law students improve their sociolinguistic competence in English. The article shows how activities such as mock trials, moot courts, and client interviews provide meaningful, hands-on learning. These simulations help students practice real communication, boost motivation, and build important skills like critical thinking and problem-solving. The study highlights how such methods meet the specific language needs of law students and prepare them for their future legal careers.
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