DESIGNING NEEDS-BASED SPEAKING MATERIALS FOR ADULT LEARNERS PREPARING FOR CEFR EXAMS IN UZBEKISTAN

Abstract

This study investigates the development of speaking materials tailored to the specific needs of adult learners preparing for CEFR exams in Uzbekistan. It emphasizes the importance of aligning instructional content with learners’ communicative goals and test requirements. The research draws on needs analysis data and proposes speaking tasks that simulate real exam conditions. Pilot implementation indicates that learners exhibit improved performance and engagement when exposed to targeted, realistic speaking practice materials.