PROBLEMS IN LEARNING ENGLISH FACED BY ELEMENTARY LEARNERS

Abstract

Abstract: Considering the importance of learning English since early ages, some
elementary students in Uzbekistan to administer English as one of the local contents.
However, based on the preliminary observation, many students encountered a number
of problems in learning English that needs further exploration. This study aims at
finding out problems faced by the elementary students in learning English. The data
were collected using questionnaires and interviews. The questionnaires were
distributed to the students through Google form, and the interviews were conducted to
teachers. The data were analyzed quantitatively. The results show that the problems
faced by the students are: lack of vocabulary, pronunciation difficulties, unexpected
learning atmosphere and less motivation. The findings suggest the need of more
creative teachers who are technologically literate and easily adaptable to the students’
problems in learning English.