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https://doi.org/10.47689/2181-3701-vol3-iss9/S-pp51-60Keywords
English for Specific Purposes (ESP) , higher education , Uzbekistan , educational reform , teacher training , curriculum development , teaching materials , student motivation , CEFRAbstract
This study analyzes the implementation of English for Specific Purposes (ESP) programs in Uzbekistan's universities. Despite policy support, implementation remains superficial due to a shortage of trained instructors, non-contextualized materials, and weak inter-departmental collaboration. The paper proposes a national framework for sustainable ESP development aimed at aligning education with international standards and labor market needs, thereby enhancing graduates' professional communication skills.
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