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The article demonstrates application of distance learning in foreign language teaching at the Faculty of Manufacturing Technologies in Presov. The study of a foreign language is very closely connected with professional subjects. There is a close connection with many engineering disciplines within all study programs. The method of distance learning is an important part of the modern education. The implementation of blended learning to the study process is needed for the newly accredited study programs at the Faculty. The article presented innovative methods and forms of education for needs and development of language and communication skills within technical professional foreign language study material.The paper deals with face-to-face and e-learning forms of study. The study material is obtained on the Moodle platform and it is accessible to all students of bachelor and engineering manufacturing technologies studies within individual professional texts. The presented e-learning course is an innovative tool which provides study of professional technical educational material in the form of independent work with a computer. This form of study also regulates the interaction of students with a teacher. Presented online collaboration contributes to the improvement of the efficiency of foreign language knowledge formation through the introduction of upgraded teaching professional educational study materials; stimulates interest in the study of foreign languages using innovative information and communication technologies; responsiveness of the feedback and the possibility of direct consultation with the teacher in the educational environment of the Moodle platform.I note that foreign language skills and the ability to communicate in a foreign language create a kind of "added value" for each individual, increasing their self-confidence even professionally. At present, knowledge of one foreign language is often not sufficient for employers. The trend and the reality is that many positions will welcome if the new candidate for the offered position also speaks two foreign languages. It is a priority of education, culture, communication possibilities and communication in a foreign language environment. Modernization and innovativeness in the education process should be an essential objective of current higher education institutions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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