TEACHING FOREIGN LANGUAGES 

Ibragimova Rushana Bobomurod qizi

  Shahrisabz State Pedagogical Institute

  4th stage student

        Abstract 

     Teaching foreign languages has become an essential component of education in a globalized world, where cross-cultural communication and multilingualism are increasingly valued. This article explores the multifaceted approaches to language education, highlighting the importance of communicative competence, cultural immersion, and the integration of technology in enhancing language acquisition. Drawing on theories from prominent linguists such as Stephen Krashen and Claire Kramsch.

Key Words:Modern technologies, speaking apps, methods,scientific research,tips.

   Introduction 

      In our increasingly interconnected world, the ability to speak multiple languages is more than just a valuable skill enhanced career opportunities, and deeper interpersonal connections. Teaching foreign languages has thus become a cornerstone of modern education, reflecting the growing need for global communication and collaboration.  This article explores the diverse strategies and methods that educators are using to make foreign language learning both effective and enjoyable.

       Methods Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) Overview: 

 CLT focuses on enabling students to communicate effectively and fluently in real-life situations. The approach emphasizes interaction as both the means and the ultimate goal of learning a language.Implementation: Lessons are centered around activities that require authentic communication, such as role-playing, group discussions, and problem-solving tasks. Grammar and vocabulary are taught in context rather than through isolated drills, with a focus on function rather than form.

Using Multimedia Resources Overview:

 Incorporating movies, music, podcasts, and other multimedia resources into language instruction can greatly enhance the learning experience by providing context and engaging students’ senses.Teachers can use films and TV shows in the target language to improve listening skills and expose students to natural, everyday speech. Music can be used to teach rhythm, pronunciation, and vocabulary, while podcasts can offer insights into culture and current events.

Vocabulary Building Techniques Overview: 

A strong vocabulary is essential for language proficiency. Effective vocabulary teaching involves not just learning words but understanding their usage in context.Teachers can use flashcards, spaced repetition software, thematic word lists, and word games to help students retain new vocabulary. Encouraging students to use new words in sentences, discussions, and writing assignments reinforces learning. Research by Laufer and Nation (1995) indicates that a threshold level of vocabulary is necessary for reading comprehension, with a strong correlation between vocabulary size and reading ability.

 Use of Technology and Apps Overview: 

Modern technology offers a wide range of tools that can enhance language learning through interactive and personalized experiences.Teachers can incorporate apps like Duolingo, Babbel, or Rosetta Stone for practice, use online dictionaries and translation tools, or leverage platforms like Google Classroom to manage assignments and provide resources.

Discussion

     In the past, language instruction often centered around grammar-translation methods, where students learned vocabulary and rules in isolation from actual language use.Krashen’s Input Hypothesis suggests that meaningful communication is the key to language acquisition, which has led many educators to focus on immersive and interactive teaching methods. As Krashen notes, “Acquisition happens naturally when the focus is on understanding messages rather than on explicit language instruction.”Stephen Krashen introduces the Input Hypothesis, which emphasizes the importance of comprehensible input in language acquisition. According to Warschauer, “Technology provides learners with unprecedented access to authentic language resources and opportunities for interaction with native speakers, which are crucial for developing language proficiency.”

                                                       Conclusion

     Teaching foreign languages is not merely an academic endeavor but a vital component of fostering global citizenship and cultural understanding. As our world becomes increasingly interconnected, the ability to communicate across linguistic boundaries is essential for personal and professional growth. Effective language education combines innovative teaching methods, cultural immersion, and the integration of technology, ensuring that learners are not only proficient in a language but also equipped to navigate diverse cultural landscapes.

References 

1.Krashen, S. (1982). Principles and Practice in Second Language Acquisition.http://www.sdkrashen.com/content/books/principles_and_practice.pdf

2.Warschauer, M. (2000). Technology and Second Language Teaching. 

https://www.faculty.uci.edu/profile.cfm?faculty_id=4710

3.Laufer, B., & Nation, P. (1995). “Vocabulary Size and Use: Lexical Richness in L2 Written Production.” Applied Linguistics, 16(3), 307-322.

For the time being, I would like to elucidate and describe enough and total information on one of the beneficial and attractive project in Uzbekistan—Ibrat Farzandlari.

Initially, it had better introduce about why this project was named Ibrat Farzandlari-for, there was a great and honourable, admirable individual in the near history of Uzbekistan. His name was Is’hoqxon Ibrat, actually you have a question why? His name has been given to this tremendously effective project-so long as Is’hoqxon Ibrat was a famous polyglot more and more common languages in the world this is why. 

You can see his picture below. 

Ibrat Farzandlari Project . This project was organized in 2022 year by one of the agency in Uzbekistan —Youth Affairs Agency and its director Alisher Sa’dullayev and Rustam Kariyev -also the international English teacher at Ibrat Farzandlari. This project is totally based on online or remote learning on you tube.

There are more than 22 languages are being taught by internationally expertise teachers. Such as, Uzbek, English, Spanish, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Greek, Vietnamese, Chinese, Italian, German, French, Malay, Urdu Arab languages and so on. Surprisingly, Ibrat Farzandlari called over 500.000 passionate and curious youngsters around itself . In the future, it is going to increase the amount of learners up to 1 million and this is just a mind-blowing and respectful action and works. The followers of project is more than 100 .000 on telegram, Ibrat Farzandlari is more active in social and interactive life.

These days, project is being showed its genuine and clear results instantly, coz you know, not every person can learn languages because of financial and disability situations and circumstances, however it is not a numerous problem for Ibrat . It has been opening the gate of opportunities for every young person.

By learning English language, I am able to write this article fluently and perfectly and I attained bunch of achievement on the path brushing my skills upon the languages. I took an exam on national English proficiency test -Cefr -B2 score and these days I am practicing teaching the school students in English language . I learned more things and experiences from the teachers of ibrat , in the light of their charismatic lessons, I immortalized my result as a best learner of Ibrat. I am likely to be a generation of Ibrat Farzandlari.

Not only am I, but everyone. So, the honorable president of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Miromonovich Mirziyoev also supports this project by himself, due to the fact that our president says , we need youngsters or adolescents who can speak more than 3 or 4 foreign languages, in our new Uzbekistan we back up the future of our country who are the teenagers, therefore this project was introduced to the president and our president confirmed this is one of extraordinary and indispensable one. Coz, nobody has to pay to learn or watch the language lessons.

One of the advantages of this project is it teaches rare languages in the world for example Urdu and pushti or malay or Spanish languages, in our Uzbekistan there are few education centers and teachers to teach or instruct these Linguas. I also learned Spanish language during summer three months, until now I have never heard about that language and no adequate data, but my Spanish teacher who is named Makhfuza Ortikova .

She has sufficient expertise in this field and having taught Spanish more than 10 years . She was also the member of international journalists association member . By attending her lessons , I realized that how Spanish language is more and more captivating and attractive language. I filled my world with one new language.

A new era in language learning has begun today. Join this intellectual movement, as this project aims to create bridges between world cultures, enhance communication, and provide the opportunity for smooth interaction from any corner of the world!

The main goal of the project is not just to teach languages but to prepare global leaders from Uzbekistan. To facilitate language learners, the “Ibrat Farzandlari” project has developed the “Ibrat Academy” app. Through this app, learners can not only watch video lessons but also continuously check their language level, complete knowledge-strengthening tests, and enhance their vocabulary interactively. 

Initially, learners need to download the app and create a personal profile. Then, they can subscribe to their language of interest and determine their level through the “Placement Test.” Based on this, the app recommends lessons and test exercises appropriate to the user’s language proficiency. The app can be used both online and offline, with features to download video lessons, files, and topic-related exercise materials for offline use. 

The key to speaking any language fluently is vocabulary. To assist users in this regard, “Ibrat Academy” offers a dictionary of Uzbek words and phrases. The dictionary contains over 100,000 words and phrases, which can be learned through 8 types of exercises. 

The app also features a nationwide “Leaders Board” that is continuously updated. The best learners will be suitably rewarded. To receive unexpected gifts, it is required to download the app, be an active user, follow the project, and participate in the final competition among the top learners of the app. 

In the future, the app is expected to integrate artificial intelligence functions. This will allow for individual interactions with each user. The AI function will check assignments, communicate with the learner, and provide feedback and recommendations on errors and shortcomings. 

There is no age limit for using the app. All language enthusiasts can learn various languages in a simple, effective, and most importantly, free manner. 

A new era in language learning has begun today. Join this intellectual movement, as this project aims to create bridges between world cultures, enhance communication, and provide the opportunity for smooth interaction from any corner of the world! 

The main goal of the project is not just to teach languages but to prepare global leaders from Uzbekistan! 

Here you you can find Ibrat Academy on the Google play store 

Ibrat Academy 

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uz.ibrat.farz andlari

About the author

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My name is Jonpolat. I am from Uzbekistan. I live in Andijon. I am 16 years old , studies at the 11 the grade of high school. I can speak 4 languages, Uzbek, English, Russian and Spanish language, it is my common hobby . I learned all of them by ibrat farzandlari project . I am also a teacher from English language. I organized a home school or education center at my home. I wrote an article about IBRAT FARZANDLARI project. I hope you gained enough information. Thanks for your attention.

The influence of the Internet on humanity

In modern society, the concept of the Internet is embedded in the mind of almost everyone. Although the first computers and global networks appeared not so long ago, it is no secret that the Internet has already firmly established itself in our lives and mind. People of our time have reached the point where they can not imagine their lives without the Internet. The Internet is the fastest and easiest way to get the information you need at any time. However, like any innovation, it has its pros and cons.

First, letʼs talk about the positive aspects, it brings the distance closer, the information can be found in one place, e-books, online stores, the possibility to save time… So the number of positive aspects. But just as there are two sides to a coin, the Internet has its fair share of downsides. The Internet is making people lazy.
Children are not playing together in the streets like before, some children do not even know who their neighbors are and this is a very sad situation.

Earlier, people used to look forward to serials, movies and cartoons on TV, but now they donʼt know how to use TV. At the same time, the Internet causing a number of serious problems. For instance: stress, depression, sleep disorders, increased anxiety. In addition, while the Internet saves time bringing people closer, some people are wasting their precious time on idle networks. What I mean by this, keep in touch with your friends and loved ones offline, and remember that friendship is a treasure! From time to time, organize days without the Internet and do not lose touch with the real world by getting wrapped up in the virtual world.

Abdumalikova Mushtariybegim daughter of Mashkhurbek.
She is a student of the 11th school of Khojaabad district, Andijan region.

Good people

Because tears torment me,

My aunts really comfort me.

How many nations, worlds,

I am lucky to have you good people.

You keep encouraging me,

You chase away the sadness in me.

You really love me from the bottom of my heart,

I am lucky to have you good people.

The heart beats when you are there,

My enemy will burn from within.

Brothers and sisters remember,

I am lucky to have you good people.

My hero is my father

My father is my hero. For me, my father is brave, a hero and more than any other warrior. People always praise our fathers. It is true that they were also ready to give their lives for the country. But the person always sacrifices his life for you, his children, his family it is your dad. Do you know our saying “My father-my country”?! This was said to our selfless father. When did your father say no to you? He says the truth, but he does think about your future. I love my dad so much.                                                       

About my family:

There is five girls in my family. But my dad doesn’t separate any of us and treats us equally. I have the only dad in the world. Everyone’s dad is a hero for himself or herself and this is absolutely true!

Writer: Makhmasalayeva Parizoda Makhmashukurovna

Stinky

He’s at National

Getting into 

An Uber

And as soon as

He closes

The door 

He realizes 

That the driver

Smells quite bad

But it’s

Cold outside

And he’s exhausted

And really needs

This ride

So he starts breathing

Through his mouth,

A five-star review

Is nowhere in sight.

Taylor Dibbert is a writer, journalist, and poet in Washington, DC. “Rescue Dog,” his fifth book, was published in May.

Men and Society

Society creates a structure to survive

Men would have to live through the hard means, sometimes with a knife.

Men have to pay for being masculine 

Their objection Is out of line

The subjugation of this specie in accordance to the agenda align

Sadly, most men can’t meet up with the current society’s demands

They are faced with tasks that are of threatening commands

Men are evaluated based on their purchasing power

Society creates structures that dwindle the ability to be the builders

They are not genuinely loved by women

Living ATM machines are what women see men

So, it because uphill seeking love from a people who are emotional

Men know this to be carnal

If men  can’t provide they are relegated as being irresponsible

They are being treated as being unrecognizable

If there be children, it becomes more of a burden

The pressure on men becomes more of a struggle den

It appears the struggle of men is their fate.

Existence, can you answer me?

Am I just here to exist to exit?

What if the live I’m living is a function of an esoteric transit?

 Are my living or just here to add to the ecosystem?

Is nature fair to my living?

How did I get here in the first place?

What tells me I’m living?

Was I told  to live?

Is living a culture I was indoctrinated with?

Could I be living a life of death?

Could I be dreaming in the name of living?

Could death be the real existence?

Who told me I was a man?

How sure is it that I’m a woman?

Could sleep be an in-between of life and death?

Is life living a purpose?

What’s the purpose?

Is that realistic rather than an illusion?

In fact, is life just a phase or a complete illusion?

Could my living be a function of my  birth to the time of death?

How realistic is time?

Is it a construct or what I was programmed with, from time of birth to death?

Could the past, present and future exist in the NOW?

Who am I? 

An identity given to me by my parents?

Are the teachings by parents, schools and  religious houses define the life I ought to live?

What lies after I die?

Does my soul migrate to other worlds or just vanish into the thin air of infinity?

Is heaven or hell here on Earth or somewhat in the Great Beyond?

Could death be an ease of living

Are my living in an illusion?

What’s reality? Or a 

Patterned illusion?

Is Nature real?

Could I be a living version of holographic consciousness?

Am I being told the truth or being lied to?

Am I educated or just indoctrinated?

Where lies the truth about my existence?

Or is this what I would live with within the construct, known as time?

Existence, can you answer my questions?

My Belief

It shapes me and how I see the world

It forms my underlining principles against the odd

It is the pivot of my rationale

It is the make-up of my aspirations above every minimal

It is a decider to the company I keep

The connection between me and my kind is deep

Away from my belief…

I have come to realization of the world is no wrong that what’s left isn’t right

And what should be right isn’t left

The deviation from my belief recognize the world is in a R.A.W state,

Right And Wrong is actually what the world is!

Back to my belief….

 The tree of my life’s essence

The definition of my greatness

The character of my  goodness

The fountain of my meekness

The foundation of my benevolence

The state of my carefulness

My belief is my life;

It makes me free from the knife

It keeps in me line, despite prevailing strife

I’m confident of its efficacy

That’s why I’m sure of its accuracy

I’m a living proof of my belief

My daily aspiration

I wake in the morning in anticipation of a great day

It’s a necessity I plan out workable ways

Lo and behold, I have to put things in order before I set out

In the cause of the day, I work out

The realization of challenges emerges

I have to put up with the  surges

The stress,

The behaviours of people,

The unsettling environment,

I have to endure

That’s what it takes to measure

I’m almost forced to give in

My good character couldn’t fit in

I had to develop a tough skin to handle the difficulties

It was imperative I severe negative ties

To achieve my set objectives for the day,

Come what may

Mingling with well-meaning persons is a boost

That’s not in my place to unwisely boast

Exchanging great ideas to advance my agenda

Learning from their wealth of wisdom

To become behaviorally better

With the peace of mind and fulfilment of purpose for the day, 

I’m good to go

That’s the daily motto

Marriage

A man is the gatekeeper to marriage

It is expected of him to be comfortable at his age

He is expected to provide and protect

That’s what his role actually meant

He searches for a help-meet

A difficult task it is, he gives his best shot to a woman of his choice

A woman eventually gives in to his poise

The union begins

A tough journey, it means

Trying to understand each other makes things complicated

Her expectations are overrated

His trying to be responsible within his means

She seems not to comprehend how he handles his things

Two people from separate backgrounds

To live under one roof to face the odds

He thinks he’s in love with her

Only to find out he’s expectation of love from her is far

She’s in business based on what she stands to gain

At times, this could come out of his pain

He looks up to his mentor

He sees his case is minor

He faces his business to save his relationship

His woman has turned the union to a situationship

She’s seeking other options

Because there are no available options on his side

He gives her his all

But she wants the unaffordable mall

Her backup plans for other options are at her beck and call

He becomes disturbed and decides to rise tall

Sadly, he realizes she’s all about her feelings

Not what he has to offer from his belongings

After all said and done, 

The differences become irreconcilable

With or without the children, the separation becomes inevitable

He understands the game has been rigged

Participating wisely is the only it can be fixed

But wonders “what do men exclusively gain from marriage”?

The Life Of A Man

He wants to live a life of ease

But wants and desire create has created dis-ease

He is at war with himself and world

Because he’s faced with the odd

From birth, the tag of masculinity becomes a daunting task

He would wished he has his mask on to dodge responsibility

but the mindset of being a man can’t rule out accountability

The struggle continues…

There has to be patience in his manner of approach

Else, he would be face with reproach

The need for self improvement sets in

The development is ongoing even in that inn

All the time, he wished for better days ahead

But it’s sad no one really cared

He has to move on with life

Even though his challenges are like a knife

The pressure to become his aspirations on him mounts each day

He’s bothered because he’s yet to find the way

There’s an urge to cut corners

His  good conscience wonders

Working legitimately becomes his watch-word

He puts his health on the line for the wealth

Sacrifices present pleasures for future treasures

Time is not his friend

He fears his financial clock might end

He puts in every effort to make things work

Stress begin to lurk

He has to persist, at the expense of his health

To make wealth

After years of long suffering, he makes it

There comes a ‘but’ that makes his struggle not worth it

He has a disease

Made possible by his inability to address his past dis-ease

He uses his wealth earned from his struggle to improve his health

There’s a slim chance he would live to enjoy his sweat

His struggle is the legacy he met

The struggle of a man is his undoing

Life Happened…

If you are a winner, life happened

If you are a loser, life happened

If you succeed, life happens

If you lose, life happened

If you are married, life happened

If you are single, life happened

If you are sick, life happened

If you are healthy, life happened

If you have children, life happened

If you are childless, life happened

If you came from a wealthy home, life happened

If you came from a poor home, life happened

If you believe in something, life happened

If you believe in nothing, life happened,

If you marry a good spouse, life happened,

If you marry a bad spouse, life happened

If you are the first, life happened

If you are the last, life happened

If you are the favorite, life happened

If you are the least, life happened

If you are rich, life happened

If you are poor, life happened

If you are a lender, life happened

If you are a borrower, life happened

If you are purposeful, life happened

If you are careless, life happened

If you are available, life happened

If you are scarce, life happened

If you are worth it, life happened,

If you are worthless, life happened

If you are diligent life happened

If you are indolent, life happened

If you are happy, life happened

If you are sad, life happened,

If you live long, life happened

If you die young, life happened

I

Life happened to us all…

The Life Of A Man

He’s mandated to commence his responsibility at the times of  Morning

He’s anticipated to meet up every task set before him at the times of the Afternoon

He’s to ensure everything he does gets applauded by society at the times of Night

He has to be on his guard at the times which are Not Obviously Waiting

He’s expected to implore the mindset of being successful at all times

He’s looked at as a living resource factor to be drained by those who would, at times of want

He’s pocket has to contain what needs to be taken away, for one thing or the other, at times of need.

He’s someone who supposed to be that struggling entity for everyone’s enrichment, at times of taking care of himself

He’s anticipated to suddenly die from the stress from his struggle, possibly at the times of his prime

The Life of a man is like a pathetic zombie: struggle to die.