ADVANTAGE AND DISADVANTAGE OF USING MOBILE PHONE IN ESL CLASSES

• Djurayeva Sevinchkhan Saminjon qizi

  Fergana district maintenance and service technical school

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This article explores the dual impact of mobile phones in English as a Second Language (ESL) classrooms. While mobile technology provides numerous opportunities to enhance language acquisition through interactive applications and easy access to resources, it also presents challenges such as distraction, dependency, and the digital divide. The paper presents a balanced perspective based on current research and pedagogical practices.

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