THE EFFECTIVENESS OF TEACHING ENGLISH IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS THROUGH MOBILE APPLICATIONS

Abstract

This article explores the effectiveness of teaching English to primary school students through mobile applications in Uzbekistan, particularly within the Samarkand region. It analyzes how digital tools such as Duolingo, Lingokids, and Monkey Junior improve students’ language acquisition, motivation, and independent learning. Unlike traditional classroom methods, mobile applications integrate multimedia, gamification, and adaptive learning paths to create an engaging experience for young learners. A practical experiment conducted in five primary schools in Samarkand region during 2023 demonstrates a measurable improvement in students’ listening, speaking, and vocabulary skills after six weeks of mobile-assisted learning. Based on these findings, this paper proposes methodological recommendations for integrating mobile apps into English language teaching in early education settings across Uzbekistan.