32Chirchik State Pedagogical University Current Issues of Modern Philology and Linguodidactics
Staatliche Pädagogische Universität Chirchik Aktuelle Fragen der modernen Philologie und Linguodidaktik
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COMMON CHALLENGES OF TEACHING ENGLISH LANGUAGE AS A
SECOND LANGUAGE
Sevinch Abdurahim qizi Mirzarahimova
Student of Chirchik State Pedagogical University sevmchmirzarakhimova@gmail .com
Scientific advisor: Khazratkulova Ezoza Ismat Kizi
ABSTRACT
This article discusses the common problems faced by teachers in teaching English language and the difficulties encountered by students learning English as a second language. It also provides a comprehensive discussion of the problems and their effective solutions and results.
Keywords: Teaching English, Problems, New methods, process, new devices.
ANNOTATSIYA
Ushbu maqolada ingliz tilini o'qitishda o'qituvchilar duch keladigan umumiy muammolar va ingliz tilini ikkinchi til sifatida o'rganayotgan talabalar duch keladigan qiyinchiliklar muhokama qilinadi. Shuningdek, muammolar va ularning samarali yechimlari va natijalarini har tomonlama muhokama qilish imkonini beradi.
Kalit so'zlar: Ingliz tilini o'qitish, Muammolar, Yangi usullar, O'qitish ja-rayoni, yangi qurilmalar
Introduction. In these days, teaching English as a second language is one of the most important and rewarding careers we could have. It is a great opportunity to exercise our teaching skills, immerse ourselves in an exciting culture, meet new from all over the world and of course, travel to countries we have never visited. As with any teaching job, teaching English as a second language is absolutely not without its challenges.
Here are some of them that we can expect:
Lack of resources. In your classroom back home you may be used to teaching with fancy devices like projectors, whiteboards, laptops, and teaching programs through the Internet.
Depending on where you teach abroad, you may end up in a classroom with no supplies. This may come as a shock or it will probably surprising for you. It is up to you
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as the teacher to be creative. Instead of buying store - bought products, you can use your own using recyclable materials.
Limited support. Teaching a room full of strangers a new foreign language can be completely difficult. Your family or friends can be miles away, and the majority of the staff might speak a different first language. It is vital when teaching abroad not to let distance or lack of support get you down.
In this case, it is also important to express the problems not only teachers are facing, but also it is important to describe the challenges that students are struggling with.
Here are some problems that students are struggling while learning English: Pronunciation. ESL students often struggle with pronunciation due to the differences between English sounds and the sounds in their native language. This can make it difficult for students to be understood by native English speakers and may effect their self - confidence in using the language.
Limited vocabulary. One of the biggest challenges faced by ESL students is a limited vocabulary. Without a strong vocabulary, the students may struggle to comprehend spoken and written English and may also have difficulty with expressing themselves in English. That is also important that teachers should provide regular vocabulary instructions and practice opportunities.
Cultural differences. Cultural differences can often pose a challenge for ESL students in the classroom. Learners from different cultures may probably have different customs, beliefs and communication styles, which may lead to misunderstandings and miscommunications.
Limited listening and speaking skills. In addition to limited vocabulary and pronunciation, ESL students may also struggle with listening and speaking skills. Without strong listening and speaking skills the student may have difficulty participating in class discussions, understanding lectures and as explained above, expressing themselves in English.
Lack of confidence. A lack of confidence can be a major barrier to success for ESL students. They may be conscious about their language skills and hesitant to speak up in class. As we can see, this will lead to a lack of participation and also limited opportunities for practice.[1]
The major findings of the reviewed studies were:
1) Teachers experienced great difficulty in making students understand English
2) There was significant relationship between the problems faced by the students in pronunciation, learning grammar, knowledge of sentence pattern, memorization without understanding.
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3) Structural differences between English and other languages and nations.[2]
As we mentioned all the problems that ESL students face with, here are some solutions for them.
Modern Trends of Teaching English. The process of learning English communication is more student - centered, but it takes less time. That's why it provides improving the quality of teaching and effectively develops students' practical communication in English, which means that students' communicative competence will be further developed. Language in education ideally and conversationally builds on naturally acquired language skills and enriches literacy by making it a tool for abstract thinking and acquisition of academic knowledge. Teachers use a range of local texts or English translations of literature in the classroom. In the classroom, it is recommended to use the language in listening activities or tests, as well as using different accents. With the growth of gadgets such as tablets and smartphones, it is believed that textbooks will disappear in a few years, Additionally, access to knowledge has changed dramatically in terms of flexibility and mobility. Teaching English in classes focuses on developing students' critical thinking, as well as language content, outcomes and learning activities. There is an important interaction between student and teacher inside and outside the classroom. To remain competitive and employable in a knowledge - based society, teachers are expected to engage in continuous professional development or professional learning activities throughout their careers. As in any profession, teachers must continuously develop their knowledge and skills and take a big responsibility for their professional learning. [3]
If we come to the solution of students' pronunciation issues, to address this challenge, teachers can provide targeted pronunciation instruction and practice activities. For instance, teachers can use listening and repeating exercises to help students become more familiar with English sounds, and use tongue twisters and drills to focus on specific sounds that are particularly challenging for students. For the problems with cultural differences teachers should provide cultural awareness activities that promote understanding and respect other different cultures. For example, the activities can include discussions about norms and values and opportunities for students to share their own cultural experiences with their classmates.
When it comes to the challenge with limited skills like speaking and listening, teachers can provide explicit instruction on listening skills, such as summarizing or note - taking. Additional activity which should be provided by teachers is a role play. It may help children to remember the sentences that are used during the role -play[4]
Conclusion. ESL students may face a number of difficulties as they venture
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down the path of learning English language. In this case, teachers play a big role in helping their students face and overcome these challenges discussed in this resource.
REFERENCES
1. https://www.worldtesolacademy.com/common-challenges-faced-by-esl-students/ Common Challenges faced by ESL Students: How to help your students succeed in the classroom
2. B. William Dharma Raja., K. Selvi. Causes of problems in learning English as a second language as perceived by higher secondary students. Volume 1, number 4. (2011)
3. Turgunboyeva Sugdiyona., Kuldosheva Fotima. Common problems and solutions to teaching English as a second language. Volume 1, issue 7. UIF-2022: 8.2| ISSN: 2181-3337.
4. https://www.worldtesolacademy.com/common-challenges-faced-by-esl-students/ Common Challenges faced by ESL Students: How to help your students succeed in the classroom
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