Vol. 1 No. 6 (2026), Articles
Vol. 1 No. 6 (2026)

CHALLENGES IN TEACHING CRITICAL THINKING IN ENGLISH CLASSES

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Published 2026-06-13
Sadriddinova Mardona
Graduate of Master’s student at Termez state pedagogical institute
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Keywords

Critical thinking, English language teaching, classroom challenges, learner-centered education, communication skills, teacher preparation, classroom interaction, language barriers, student motivation, independent learning.

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Sadriddinova Mardona. (2026). CHALLENGES IN TEACHING CRITICAL THINKING IN ENGLISH CLASSES. WORLD INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND EDUCATION, 1(6), 116-124. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.20674919
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Abstract

This thesis examines the major challenges faced in teaching critical thinking in English language classrooms. The study focuses on difficulties related to traditional teaching methods, limited language proficiency, lack of teacher preparation, classroom management, and students’ low confidence in expressing opinions. It also explores how these challenges affect learners’ participation, communication, and independent thinking abilities. The findings suggest that despite various obstacles, the effective integration of learner-centered and interactive teaching strategies can significantly improve the development of critical thinking skills in English education.

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