A Practical Needs Analysis in the Context of Uzbekistan: A Guide to TEFL Syllabus Modification
Keywords:
curriculum, syllabus, proficiency test, learner needs, learning style, questionnaire, essayAbstract
This paper is a report on analyzing learner needs. The aim of this study is to examine needs as well as strengths and weaknesses of the learner in the English language, to examine which way to teach and to give right guidance and support in academic studies by developing appropriate syllabus. Needs analysis is becoming a vital factor which assists to improve the present curriculum and learning atmosphere. This assessment can contribute to the EFL teachers’ understanding of the practicality and sample methods of conducting needs analysis. It was decided that the best tools for this investigation were interview, questionnaire, proficiency test and free essay. The paper presents the findings of the study.
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