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OPEN LESSON

  • 20.10.2026
  • EN
  • 183

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Date of the lesson: 20 October 2026
Time: 11:00–11:50

Members of the Commission:

  • Head of the Department: L.T. Alimbekova
  • Chairperson of the Methodological Council of the Preparatory Centre: U. Ybyrayeva
  • Senior Lecturer: G. Shukenova
  • Lecturer: U. Smagulova

Course: 0
Groups: ҚГБ-1, ҚГФ-1
Semester: I

Master’s Degree Lecturer in English: G. Saparova

Lesson Topic: Articles (A / An / The / Zero Article)

Lesson Content

A / An — Indefinite Articles

They are used before singular countable nouns.

  • a book
  • a university
  • an apple
  • an interesting story

Note: The choice of article depends on the initial sound of the word, not its spelling.

The — Definite Article

It is used to refer to a specific object or something known to the speaker and listener. It is also used with unique objects and superlative adjectives.

  • the book on the table
  • the Sun
  • the best student

Zero Article

The zero article is used with certain proper nouns, plural countable nouns in a general sense, uncountable nouns, and the names of languages and academic subjects.

  • Kazakhstan
  • Children need care.
  • I like music.
  • She studies English.

Conclusion

During the lesson, students will learn the rules for using articles in English and reinforce their knowledge through grammar exercises and text-based activities. The practical tasks will aim to develop students’ grammatical accuracy, reading skills, and writing skills.