Current issues in developing students' reading skills in Russian

the study of the Russian language in the system of higher education in Uzbekistan remains highly relevant and important, particularly in the context of developing students’ modern communicative competencies. One of the key components of this process is the development of reading skills in Russian. Reading not only facilitates language acquisition but also plays a crucial role in broadening students’ horizons, enhancing their analytical and critical thinking abilities, and enabling them to independently obtain and process information. Despite the clear importance of reading skills, a number of challenges hinder their effective formation. These difficulties are often associated with methodological, psychological, and linguistic factors, including a lack of adapted teaching materials, students’ limited vocabulary, low motivation, and insufficient mastery of reading comprehension strategies. This article analyzes the most pressing issues faced by both instructors and students in the process of developing reading skills in Russian. It also explores possible solutions based on modern methodological approaches. The conclusions drawn from this analysis may contribute to the improvement of the educational process and the enhancement of the effectiveness of teaching Russian in higher education institutions across Uzbekistan.

language, reading, skill, innovation, communication, competence, motivation, teaching methods, cultural differences