This article discusses effective methods of teaching English based on a review of the work of scientists who have proposed new methods of teaching the language, including communication training. The features, meaning and methods of teaching using modern methods in foreign language lessons are considered. The importance of systematic learning for free communication of students in a foreign language is noted, as well as the topic of overcoming difficulties during the lesson such as involvement and activity of students, knowledge testing, time management, improving the level of knowledge and creativity of students. The use of information technologies and electronic textbooks, interactive whiteboards, didactic games, the use of ethno-cultural and linguistic-cultural knowledge in teaching is shown as an effective approach to teaching a foreign language.