THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS OF CODE-SWITCHING IN UZBEK MULTILINGUAL UNIVERSITY CONTEXTS
Keywords:
code-switching, multilingualism, higher education, Uzbek context, language acquisition, bilingual education.Abstract
This study explores the theoretical foundations and pedagogical implications of code-switching in Uzbek multilingual university contexts. Code-switching is analyzed as both a communicative strategy and a cognitive tool that facilitates language acquisition. The research employs an experimental design involving control and experimental groups to assess the effectiveness of structured code-switching in classroom interaction. Findings suggest that guided code-switching enhances comprehension, participation, and speaking competence among students.
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