THE IMPORTANCE OF READING AND WRITING SKILLS IN TEACHING ENGLISH
Keywords:
English language teaching, reading skills, writing skills, literacy, communicative competence, integrative approachAbstract
This article analyzes the critical role of reading and writing skills in English language teaching. It discusses their conceptual basis, pedagogical relevance, and integrative potential. The study suggests that combining reading and writing promotes communicative competence and academic success.
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