THE COURAGE TO LOVE

Eva suffered many misfortunes in her childhood. She endured even more discrimination and humiliation. She channeled that hatred into fuel, throwing herself into her studies.

Eva consistently ranked first in her class, earned scholarships through graduate school, and landed a job at a top-tier company. But that’s where she stumbled. She couldn’t keep up with the workplace relationships. After much turmoil, she quit the company.

Eva had become distrustful of people. She enrolled in nursing school and became a nurse. She ended up working on a cancer ward.

But physical labor didn’t suit Eva, and she couldn’t bear the bullying from her colleagues at work. She fought desperately against the urge to cling to someone. She was also exhausted by the constant stream of patients being wheeled in, only to die.

One day, Eva heard the words of a dying patient. Before passing, they invariably confessed their sins and expressed gratitude to many people. There were no exceptions. Knowing this, she found the courage to love.

Eva learned the strength of the power to love and the weakness of the power to hate. Eva realized that most people in the world did not know this. She came to know that humans are born only to die. Eva succeeded in living, loving others without hating them. And Eva is everywhere, living with a smile on her face at all times.

1998 Rekitei Shinei Award winner in Japan. 2021 Arab Golden Planet Award winner in 2022, Awarded the title of Doctor of Letters from the Arabic-speaking world in 2023 My poems are published in Orfew.al magazine in Albania. Also translated into Italian in 2024 My poem is published in the Daily Global Nation in Bangladesh. My poems published in Samantaral Bhabna, India. Interview with an Algerian newspaper is published. My poem is published in Greek Police Magazine. Received a certificate of honor from English poets. Published in a Korean magazine. Published in Koltaka jishu International Poetry Magazine, India. My poem is published in a Greek e-magazine. My poem is published in the Barcelona Literary Magazine. My poem is published in Poetry Planetariat, a Nepalese poetry magazine. My poetry collection is published in Bengali-speaking countries. Three of my poems were published in India’s Half-yearly magazine. Three of my poems were published in the Raft of Dreams Literary Magazine. My poem is published in Hyperpoem Anthology, founded by Alexander Kabishev from Russia.

History: Our Today and Our Tomorrow

History is not just a collection of past events. It is an important teacher that shapes our present and future. By studying past eras, we have the opportunity not to repeat mistakes and continue good experiences. Every historical event, every decision helps us understand the causes and consequences of our life today.

Our present is directly related to history. The work that each of us does, the knowledge we learn, and the decisions we make affect the future. For example, values such as preserving the environment, rational development of technologies, and ensuring justice in society are a fairy tale created by our present. History teaches us that every small action leaves its mark on the future.

Therefore, studying history means not only knowing the past, but also consciously creating our life and future. Our actions, decisions, and work today will be the foundation for making our tomorrow better. The more we learn about history, the more we can shape the future in a more informed, just, and creative way.

Everything we do today is history written for our tomorrow. Therefore, every action, every decision we make matters. History not only reminds us of the past but also shows us the way to create the future and make our tomorrow better. The more we learn about history, the more we can shape the future in a more informed, just, and creative way.

Everything we do today is history written for our tomorrow. Therefore, every action, every decision we make matters. History not only reminds us of the past but also shows us the way to create the future. 

Zinnura Yuldoshaliyeva was born on June 17, 2011 in Rishton district, Fergana region. She is a student of the 8th grade of the Fergana branch of the Muhammad al-Khwarizmi Specialized School.

She has actively participated in various educational and intellectual projects, including “Anim Camp”, “Future Founders Online Forum”, “Young Reader”, and the regional stage in STEM subjects. Her scientific article was published in the book “Feelings on Paper”, and another article was published in the journal “Synchronized Chaos”. In addition, she has participated in many other projects and initiatives, demonstrating strong academic interest and leadership skills. 

INNOVATION TECHNOLOGY UNIVERSITY PRIMARY EDUCATION
EFFECTIVE EDUCATION AND STIMULATING INTEREST AMONG PRIMARY SCHOOL STUDENTS

RAKHMANALIYEVA MARJONA BAKHODIRJON QIZI

Abstract: This article explores effective teaching methods for primary school students, ways to stimulate interest, and pedagogical approaches. It highlights the use of interactive methods, games, visual materials, and reward systems to enhance students’ active
participation in the learning process.

Introduction
Primary school is the period when a child acquires fundamental knowledge and forms social skills. Therefore, it is crucial that education at this stage is effective, sparks students’ interest and makes the learning process enjoyable. The main task for educators
is to encourage students’ active participation and create opportunities to reinforce knowledge.

Primary education serves as the foundation for a student’s successful learning in later stages. It is precisely during this period that children develop an interest in learning, independent thinking, a thirst for knowledge, and social skills. Consequently, organizing
education effectively in primary school and engaging students in subjects requires a thorough methodological approach from the teacher.

The Principles of Effective Education

1. Active Teaching Methods
   Young children learn faster through play. Therefore:
   Interactive games
   Role-playing activities
   Group tasks

Question-and-answer methods strengthen their desire to participate actively in the lesson process.
Example:
Solving math problems through the “Who’s Faster?” game, or explaining the content of
a text using the “Find and Tell” technique.

2. Using Visual Aids
   Younger students master topics better when they see them. Therefore:
   Pictures
   Charts
   Colorful flashcards
   Video materials
   make the topic interesting and understandable.
3. The Importance of Game Technologies
   Play is a child’s natural psychological need. Play-based learning develops skills such
   as:
   a) Attention
   b) Memory
   c) Thinking
   d) Creativity
   Types of games:
   a) Didactic games
   b) Active/movement games
   c) Logical games
   d) Interactive digital games
4. Individual Approach
   Since each student’s:
5. Level of knowledge,
6. Character,
7. Pace of learning
   is different, the teacher must choose an individual approach.
   Examples:
8. Assigning more complex tasks to strong students.
9. Giving easier, step-by-step tasks to struggling children.
10. Applying an encouraging approach.
11. Motivation System
    Praising a student improves their emotional and motivational state.
12. Oral evaluations like “Excellent!”, “Great job!”
13. Stars, stickers,
14. Small gifts
    strengthen their interest in the lesson.
15. Using Technological Tools
    Modern educational tools:
    a. Interactive whiteboard,
    b. Tablet,
    c. Multimedia lessons,
    d. Online platforms further increase students’ interest in subjects.

7. Teaching Through Real-Life Examples
   Children understand topics more easily when connected to real life.
   Example:

a. Mathematics: Using market prices as examples.
b. Native Language: Constructing sentences based on daily conversations.
c. Science: Collecting samples from nature.

8. Learning Environment and Psychological Comfort
   A classroom that is:

a. Bright,
b. Comfortable,
c. Aesthetically pleasing, and a teacher who is kind and attentive increases children’s desire to come to class.

Effective Methods for Stimulating Interest Among Students

1. Questioning Technique
   Interesting questions, puzzles, and logical riddles increase motivation.
2. Engaging Introduction
   Starting a lesson with a conversation, video, picture, or short game yields good results.
3. Mini-Projects
   Assigning small research tasks to students:
   a. A poster on the topic “My Family,”
   b. A presentation about “My Favorite Animal.”
   This strengthens their creativity and independence.
4. Collaborative Learning
   Working in pairs or dividing into small groups allows them to learn from each other.
5. Allowing Free Expression of Thought
   If a student can answer as they wish and explore on their own, their interest in learning increases.

MAIN PART

1. Effective Teaching Methods
   The following approaches are important for effective education in primary school:
   Interactive Lessons: Engaging students in active participation; e.g., Q&A sessions, role-playing games.
   Visual and Audio Materials: Explaining topics through diagrams, pictures, and videos.
   Practical Activities: Laboratory work, experiments, and game-based tasks.
2. Methods for Stimulating Interest

Games and Quizzes – make the learning process interesting.
Motivation System – creating motivation through praise, points, certificates.
Small Group Work – develops cooperation, idea exchange, and social skills.
Individual Approach – assigning tasks according to each student’s interests and abilities.

3. Pedagogical Recommendations
   Keep lessons short and dynamic; it’s difficult for young children to maintain focus for long.
   Connect every topic to real-life examples; students learn knowledge they can apply in their own lives.
   Create a positive environment; allow freedom from fear of mistakes and the opportunity to express opinions freely.
4. Pedagogical Approaches
   The teacher’s role is very important in effective primary education:
   Active Approach – Actively involving students in the lesson process, allowing them to ask questions and find answers.
   Differentiated Approach – Considering each child’s abilities, interests, and needs.
   Project-Based Method – Students learn topics through practice by creating small projects.
5. Interest-Stimulating Strategies
   Game Methods – Incorporating game elements in teaching knowledge (e.g., quizzes, role-playing, puzzles).
   Visual and Audio Materials – Explaining topics using pictures, videos, diagrams, and interactive boards.
   Motivation System – Encouragement tools like points, praise, certificates, “most active student of the day.”
   Practical Activities – Reinforcing knowledge through experiments and hands-on crafts.
6. Interactive Forms of Lessons
   Small Group Work – Children solve problems together and exchange ideas.
   Brainstorming – Gathering students’ ideas on a new topic.

Role-Playing – Performing scenes or character roles based on the topic.
Short Tests and Quizzes – Determining students’ knowledge level and increasing activity.

4. Modern Technologies
   Interactive Whiteboards and Tablets – Make lessons visual and interesting.
   Digital Games and Applications – Gamification (adding game elements) in learning knowledge.
   Videos and Animations – Help explain complex topics easily.
   Online Platforms – Allow maintaining student interest in distance learning as well.
5. Pedagogical Recommendations
   Keep lessons short and dynamic; primary school students cannot maintain attention for a long time.
   Connect every topic to real-life examples; students learn knowledge they can apply in their own lives.
   Create a positive environment; allow freedom from fear of mistakes and the opportunity to express opinions freely.
   When assessing students, consider not only the result but also the process.

CONCLUSION
Effective education in primary school is directly linked to stimulating students’ interest. Interactive methods, games, visual materials, and motivation systems make the educational process interesting and ensure the reinforcement of knowledge. The task of educators is to encourage the activity of each student and maintain their interest in
learning.

References

1. Jalolov, B. Boshlang‘ich sinflarda ta’lim metodikasi [Teaching Methodology in Primary School]. Tashkent: O‘qituvchi, 2019.
2. Pirogova, L. Innovative Methods in Primary Education. Moscow: Prosveshchenie, 2017.
3. Smith, J. Engaging Young Learners: Techniques for Primary Schools. London: Routledge, 2020.
4. Rahmonov, A. O‘quvchilarda qiziqishni uyg‘otish va motivatsiya [Stimulating Interest and Motivation in Students]. Tashkent: Fan, 2021.
5. Brown, H. Active Learning in Early Education. New York: Springer, 2018.

NESUČELNI SUĐENICI

Nerazvejan na repove konjma 

po predelu šupljem ko sačma

kad jezgrom otvori crno oko

pa belim usijanjem se raspe

tako te ljubljena polulud iskah

dok cela vaseljena mi se ruši –

zgromljen iznutra od groma

ko nepokajnik pred Zidom plača

pod zemlju ukopan, a skokom

hoće nimbus tvoje čari da naspe

iz studenca, između dva vriska

mog i tvog neodaziva u tmuši –

Okrenula si se plamteća kometo

a nisi Euridika, čežnja da te mori

niti ja Orfej no hiljadita žica

na harfi, izbledela od haba

neukog carića što je svračka

podražaj slušao mesto slavuja –

pa ko propali muzikant svetom

glavinja, osrednjak koji se bori

da njegovo naličje vide s lica

i po trbuhu lupa se, ko dabar

a svi zvižde jalova da se tačka

što prije okonča, ta bujad –

Koja divne cvetiće bi da potre

i grmuše s lati što se glasi:

jedino si me ti slušala revno

uhlebljem bila što me hlebi

ko kad se od žbuke umeša cigla

koju su prokleli zidatri, vrgli –

ko najurenog trubača sa smotre

što više nigde da se skrasi

ne može – svud za prekorednog

drže ga, premda svija se tebi

zmijom ne bi li ga zmajem digla

iz tame adske božanskoj kugli –

UNFRIENDLY JUDGES

Unswayed on horse tails
through the hollow landscape like a shot
when the core opens a black eye
then crucifies with white heat
so I, your beloved, half-mad, have cried out
while the whole universe is collapsing to me –
crushed from within by thunder
like an unrepentant man crying before the Wall
buried underground, and with a leap
the nimbus of your charms wants to rise
from the well, between the two screams
of mine and your unresponsiveness in the gloom –

You turned, a flaming comet
and you are not Eurydice, longing to torment you
nor am I Orpheus but the thousandth string
on the harp, faded from wear
of the ignorant little emperor who listened to the shrew
as a stimulus instead of a nightingale –
and like a failed musician in the world
a hub, a mediocre one who struggles
to see his reverse side from the face
and beats his belly, like a beaver
and everyone whistles in vain so that the period
can end as soon as possible, that bujad –

Which beautiful flowers would you like to chase
and bushes with a lati which reads:
only you listened to me zealously
you were the bread that breaded me
like when a brick is mixed from mortar
which the masons cursed, threw –
like the most decorated trumpeter from the parade
who can no longer settle down
-everywhere for an outcast
he is considered, although he curls up to you
like a snake in order to lift him
like a dragon
from the darkness of hell to the divine sphere –

Why Hard Work Is More Important Than Talent

Many people believe that talent is the main reason some individuals succeed while others do not. From a young age, we are taught to admire people who seem naturally gifted — those who learn quickly, perform effortlessly, and stand out without much struggle. Because of this, talent is often seen as the most valuable quality a person can have. However, in real life, talent alone is rarely enough. Hard work plays a far greater role in achieving long-term success.

Talent is only potential. It gives a person a starting advantage, but it does not guarantee progress. Without effort, talent slowly loses its power. A talented individual who does not practice or improve will eventually fall behind someone who is less gifted but more determined. Hard work allows skills to grow, while talent without effort remains unused. Over time, consistency beats natural ability.

Hard work is what turns ordinary ability into real strength. Success comes from repeated practice, patience, and discipline. Whether in sports, academics, or business, the people who reach the highest level are usually the ones who spend the most time improving themselves. They make mistakes, learn from them, and try again. Talent may help at the beginning, but only hard work leads to mastery.

Another reason hard work is more important than talent is that it builds character. Working hard teaches responsibility, self-control, and persistence. Life is full of challenges, and talent alone cannot prepare someone for failure or disappointment. Hardworking people are more likely to stay focused during difficult times because they are used to putting in effort even when results are slow. These qualities are essential for success in the real world.

In addition, the world values effort more than natural ability. Teachers, employers, and leaders look for people who are reliable, motivated, and willing to improve. Talent might impress others at first, but hard work earns trust and respect over time. A person who consistently works hard will continue to grow, while someone who relies only on talent may stop developing.

Failure also shows the importance of hard work. Everyone fails at some point, but hardworking people do not give up easily. They see failure as a lesson rather than an ending. Instead of quitting, they adjust their approach and keep moving forward. Talent alone often fails when determination is required.

This does not mean talent is useless. Talent can be helpful when it is combined with effort. However, if someone must choose between being talented or being hardworking, hard work is the more powerful choice. Effort creates opportunity, while talent without effort is wasted.

In conclusion, talent may help someone start their journey, but hard work is what carries them to success. Hard work builds skill, character, and resilience — qualities that last a lifetime. True success belongs not to those who are simply gifted, but to those who are willing to work for their goals every day.

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Author Note

I am Botirxonov Faxriyor, a 7th-grade student at Karshi Presidential School. I enjoy writing essays and exploring ideas related to education, personal growth, and success. In my free time, I enjoy exploring new ideas and technologies, learning programming skills, watching action movies, and going for walk. I spend my weekends with my family. I have recently started writing articles and finding the process both engaging and motivating

Coming Home

[Excerpt from Fleury’s book: Chain Letter To America: The One Thing You Can Do To End Racism:

A Collection of Essays, Fiction and Poetry Celebrating Multiculturalism

“Coming Home” Photo Art c/o Jacques Fleury

Well, because a fall leaf fell before my feet today I see
In serendipity I yearn to live daily,
Consider this my soliloquy.
To awake to its bounty of unlawful acts of intrepid beauty
I yearn to taste the morning dew on my tongue at sunrise,
That is to feel again; to unfurl my wings like silver springs
And fly again; to sound out sounds yet to be heard;
Supposedly it’s all been sounded,
Supposedly it’s all been said,
But not by me so here I am, like a black-tailed deer prancing on wobbly legs,
Trying not to remember that I was once hunted so that I can
Imagine a world without hunters; but I do remember and that’s how I got stronger.
I yearn to bay at the moon at night but not like a black wolf,
But a white swan flouncing on the foamy lake.
I want a world of butterflies and rainbows…
Yes, I want to have my cliché and eat it too.
Poets! Allow me to harangue you:
Coveting prizes and publication can consume you!
Defy and denounce racism!
Confront and contain classism.
Confer and celebrate humanism.
Pursue the ultimate orgasm!
Happiness is accepting the life you see,
Be happy and enjoy your journey.
My heart has been doused in the dawn of new age reality:
Not unlike the reality TV that gave me a place to hide in uncertainty;
No one is talking.
Everyone is texting.
Social media: the new pathway to a social life.
We are in a crisis of technological isolation!
So technically we are less and less connected
And more and more isolated.
Caught in the cross fires of neocolonial consumerism,
I want to live a life free of materialism, free of egoism;
I want to be like Buddha.
I want to meditate all day and sleep all night.
Keep your dreams alive!
I once publicly hid from love;
I yearn to love again like the moon tickling the midnight sea;
“You are a true Poet, don’t EVER let them take that away from you.” They told me.
Now here I am, battered and bruised, my silver wings have dulled
By the wear and tear of my new reality: not quite young, not quite old, not quite done;
Yet I’ve resolved to flail my silver wings again against the moon lit skies,
This time without worry,
And come home to my original love
Of prose and poetry.

Jacques Fleury is a Boston Globe featured Haitian American Poet, Educator, Author of four books and literary arts student at Harvard University online. His latest publication “You Are Enough: The Journey to Accepting Your Authentic Self” & other titles are available at all Boston Public Libraries, the University of Massachusetts Healey Library, University of Wyoming, Askews and Holts Library Services in the United Kingdom, The Harvard Book Store, The Grolier Poetry Bookshop, Amazon etc… He has been published in prestigious publications such as Spirit of Change Magazine, Wilderness House Literary Review, Muddy River Poetry Review, Litterateur Redefining World anthologies out of India, Poets Reading the News, the Cornell University Press anthology Class Lives: Stories from Our Economic Divide, Boston Area Small Press and Poetry Scene among others…Visit him at:  http://www.authorsden.com/jacquesfleury.-

RENEE the Brave SOUL

Yes, it’s true

No one can kill you

If you are a poet

You have sung songs

All were happy with you

Only a few

No one can make everyone happy 

The crazy ones never be happy 

They are sadistic 

No one can satisfy them

They stick like glue

May God rest your soul in peace 

As a poet we love you 

You have left

This, full of hatred world

You will live always 

Within our hearts 

If a poet is true

Like you

Can never be snatched away

RENEE NICOLE

Your golden memories 

Your good works

Will always remind us 

Will always motivate us 

How should we fight for others

To safeguard weaker people

To protect others

To stand with your neighbours 

You are our inspiration

You have taught us

Believe in good works

Don’t lose patience 

RENEE, 

You are our inspiration 

Dr. Perwaiz Shaharyar 

New Delhi, India