Knowledge and Skills: A Scrutiny of Methods of Teaching ForeignLanguage (English) in Secondary Schools of Uzbekistan

This paper deeply analyses the methods of teaching foreign languages. The author (a) sets out the importance of methodology in teaching foreign language; (b) states the pros and cons of current teaching methods in a school-based curriculum; (c) calls attention to change the mindset of the teachers and using broader methods in teaching foreign languages; (d) suggests further approaches for superior academic outcomes. This study gathered data through field trip school observations, interviewing school teachers, teacher trainers, school principals, and parents, and analyzing available data. The qualitative research findings reveal dissatisfaction with the present methods and leading to poor academic achievements in the secondary schools of Uzbekistan except for private schools.