Language game as the development of sociocultural competence among middle school students Student Akgubeyli Roya, 6018 Scientific advisor Belenova A. A. Topicality The topicality of our research is explained by the need of modern society to acquire knowledge about intercultural communication in various areas of life. Goal Develop language games for English language lessons aimed at developing sociocultural competence of middle school students and test it in practice. Objectives 1. Define the concept of sociocultural competence; 2. Examine the components of sociocultural competence; 3. Study language games that contribute to the development of sociocultural competence in students; 4. Develop a lesson plan for students at school. The first chapter The concept of sociocultural competence The components of sociocultural competence Game as a means of developing sociocultural competence The second chapter The first plan 1. Write a story using pistures 2. Watching videos 3. Reading The second plan Reading Role-playing games The third plan Reading Group project Thank you for your time and attention!