PROBLEMS STUDENTS COMMONLY FACE WHEN DEVELOPING WRITING SKILLS

INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC AND PRACTICAL CONFERENCE “INTEGRATION OF MODERN LINGUISTICS WITH SCIENCE, EDUCATION, AND PRACTICE IN THE PROCESS OF GLOBALIZATION: NEW APPROACHES, OPPORTUNITIES, AND CHALLENGES”, DECEMBER 4, 2025 691 PROBLEMS STUDENTS COMMONLY FACE WHEN DEVELOPING WRITING SKILLS 1Begmurodova Marjona, 2Shodiyeva Gulhayo 1student of Navoi State University, 2Scientific adviser, teacher of Navoi State University https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17828404 Annotatsiya. Ushbu maqola talabalar yozuv ko‘nikmalarini rivojlantirayotganda uchraydigan umumiy muammolarni muhokama qiladi. Unda asosiy qiyinchiliklar — cheklangan so‘z boyligi, grammatik xatolar, g‘oyalarni noto‘g‘ri tashkil qilish va xato qilishdan qo‘rqish kabi masalalar tushuntirilgan. Maqola ushbu muammolarning umumiy yozuv sifatiga qanday salbiy ta’sir ko‘rsatishini izohlaydi. Shuningdek, ko‘proq yozuv namunalari o‘qish, muntazam mashq qilish va o‘qituvchining fikr-mulohazalaridan foydalanish kabi foydali yechimlari taklif etilgan.Bunda tilga muntazam ta’sirda bo‘lish, mashq qilishga ijobiy munosabatni rivojlantirish va xatolar o‘rganish jarayonining tabiiy qismi ekanligini tushunishning ahamiyati ham ta’kidlanadi. Kalit so‘zlar: yozuv ko‘nikmalari, lug‘at boyligi, grammatika, mashq, yozish sifati, xato qilish Annotation. This article discusses the common problems students come across when they are developing writing skills. It explains major challenges such as limited vocabulary, grammar mistakes, poor organization of ideas and fear of making errors. The article explains how these issues have a negative impact on overall writing quality. It also suggests helpful solutions including reading more samples of writing, practicing regularly and using teacher’s feedback to improve.It also emphasizes the importance of consistent exposure to language, developing a positive attitude towards practice, and understanding that mistakes are a natural part of the learning process. Key words: writing skills, vocabulary, grammar, practice,writing quality, making mistakes In today’s fast-paced society, writing has already been one of the most important academic skills for students and it allows learners to express ideas, share knowledge, and develop critical thinking, however many of them are having difficulties with it. Moreover, it is not a simple skill and it requires creativity and practice. As a result, students often encounter problems and their confidence can be reduced. Understanding these problems is the main step to overcome them.Over time, using these methods can improve students’ writing proficiency and confidence, turning writing from a challenging task into a satisfying way to communicate their ideas. One of the common problems is limited vocabulary. It is a major challenge for students as it restricts their ability to express ideas clearly and develop coherent writing (1). Students with a small range of words often find it difficult to express complex ideas clearly. They may rely on simple or repetitive words, which can make their writing so simple. Vocabulary limitations also affect the ability to paraphrase, summarize, and analyze texts. Richards and Schmidt (2) emphasize that vocabulary acquisition is closely linked to writing competence. Furthermore, lack of grammar knowledge is one of the biggest obstacles for students. Mistakes in tenses, sentence INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC AND PRACTICAL CONFERENCE “INTEGRATION OF MODERN LINGUISTICS WITH SCIENCE, EDUCATION, AND PRACTICE IN THE PROCESS OF GLOBALIZATION: NEW APPROACHES, OPPORTUNITIES, AND CHALLENGES”, DECEMBER 4, 2025 692 construction and punctuation make it difficult for readers to understand meaning.Without a solid understanding of grammar rules, students’ writing can become unclear, or even misleading. Another common reason is poor organization. Many learners do not know how to connect ideas logically and it results in weak paragraphs that are lacking supporting details. Finally, fear of making mistakes is also a wide-spread issue among students. Many of them are afraid of writing because of judgement. This leads student's fear of making errors can cause anxiety and reduce their confidence in writing (3). Effective ways to overcome writing problems: 1. Reading samples: By reading regularly students can be exposed to new vocabulary, sentence structure, and different styles of expression.Reading frequently also develops critical thinking, as students observe how writers support arguments, use examples, and create smooth transitions. 2. Practising regularly: Frequent writing practice enables students to improve accuracy, expand vocabulary and organize ideas more effectively (4).Regular practice also helps learners develop automaticity, meaning they begin to write more quickly and naturally without stopping to think about every word or grammar rule 3. Teacher’s feedback: Teacher’s feedback helps learners identify mistakes, understand areas for improvement.It motivates students to revise their work, develop better writing habits, and avoid repeating the same errors in the future.In addition, consistent teacher feedback prevents students from repeating the same errors in future assignments, fostering continuous improvement. It is an essential tool for growth and long-term skill development in writing. 4.Learning Grammar and Sentence Structure Knowing grammar rules and how to build sentences correctly is very important for writing clearly and logically. Practicing things like tenses, punctuation, and different sentence types helps students make fewer mistakes and write more effectively. You can use online exercises, grammar books, or join writing workshops to improve these skills. Conclusion In conclusion, developing writing skills is a complex process that requires time, patience, and effort. Students often face several challenges, such as limited vocabulary, lack of grammar knowledge, difficulty organizing ideas, low confidence, and insufficient practice. These problems can make writing feel frustrating and sometimes discouraging. However, it is important to remember that these difficulties are common and can be overcome. By actively expanding their vocabulary, practicing grammar, planning their writing carefully, and seeking feedback from teachers or peers, students can gradually improve their writing abilities. Moreover, regular writing exercises and reading various texts can help students gain new ideas, understand different writing styles, and express themselves more clearly. Writing is not only an academic requirement but also a valuable tool for personal growth, communication, and selfexpression. Students who recognize their challenges and take steps to address them can achieve significant progress and enjoy the process of learning to write effectively. REFERENCES 1. Brown, H. D. (2001). Teaching by Principles: An Interactive Approach to Language Pedagogy (2nd ed.). New York: Longman. INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC AND PRACTICAL CONFERENCE “INTEGRATION OF MODERN LINGUISTICS WITH SCIENCE, EDUCATION, AND PRACTICE IN THE PROCESS OF GLOBALIZATION: NEW APPROACHES, OPPORTUNITIES, AND CHALLENGES”, DECEMBER 4, 2025 693 2. Hyland, K. (2003). Second Language Writing. Cambridge University Press 3. Harmer, Jeremy. (2004). How to Teach Writing. Longman / Pearson Education. 4. Richards, J. C., & Schmidt, R. W. (2010). Longman Dictionary of Language Teaching and Applied Linguistics (4th ed.). Pearson Education Ltd.