REVIEW OF THE ARTICLE ENTITLED “DIFFICULTIES IN DEVELOPING ENGLISH READING SKILLS AMONG EFL LEARNERS” BY OYDIN ALIXANOVA, ENGLISH TEACHER AT SCHOOL NO. 33, NAMANGAN

Abstract

The article under review addresses an important issue in contemporary foreign language education, namely the difficulties encountered by English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners in developing their reading skills. Reading comprehension is one of the fundamental components of foreign language proficiency, as it enables learners to obtain academic information, understand authentic texts, and develop their overall communicative competence. In the context of modern education, the ability to read and interpret English texts effectively has become increasingly important for students pursuing academic and professional goals. In this regard, the article focuses on the major challenges that influence learners’ reading performance and examines the factors that may hinder the development of effective reading skills.