The Competence Approach to Training in a Multicultural Environment

The article presents an analysis of a part of research on the application of the competence approach in the education, upbringing and socialization of bilingual students. It focuses on the created conditions for the formation of communication skills, as a basis for developing competences in the field of the Bulgarian language. It establishes the degree of correlation between communication, learning and culture according to teachers‘ practices. Conclusions are made about the importance of competence-oriented learning and recommendations are given for the formation and development of key knowledge, skills and attitudes and soft skills in bilingual students to support their socialization, prevent social exclusion and prepare them for life in modern society.