DEVELOPING STUDENTS’ ORAL SPEECH SKILLS IN RUSSIAN LANGUAGE LESSONS AT GENERAL EDUCATION SCHOOLS

The development of students’ oral speech skills is one of the most important objectives of teaching Russian in general education schools. Oral communication enables learners to express their thoughts, exchange information, participate in discussions, and interact effectively in different communicative situations. This article examines the theoretical and methodological foundations of developing students’ oral speech skills in Russian language lessons. Particular attention is paid to communicative teaching methods, dialogue and monologue activities, role-playing, discussion, problem-solving tasks, and interactive techniques. The article emphasizes the importance of creating a supportive language environment, enriching students’ vocabulary, improving grammatical accuracy, and developing their ability to use language appropriately in various communicative contexts. It also presents practical recommendations for organizing oral speech activities in the classroom.