USING MOBILE APPS TO IMPROVE SPEAKING SKILLS IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS

This article explores the practical application of mobile applications in enhancing speaking skills among secondary school students in Uzbekistan. Drawing from classroom experience in both urban and rural contexts, the paper highlights how widely available mobile apps such as SpeakPal, ELSA Speak, BBC Learning English, Flipgrid, and Google Recorder can improve learners’ pronunciation, fluency, and confidence. The article discusses the pedagogical advantages of using these tools for personalized learning, peer interaction, and formative assessment, while also addressing the challenges related to access, digital literacy, and classroom management.