THE ROLE OF NEEDS ANALYSIS IN THE DEVELOPMENT AND INTERPRETATION OF GAMIFIED CONTENT FOR LEGAL ENGLISH LEARNING
This article explores the role of needs analysis in designing gamified Legal English instruction at the Tashkent State University of Law (TSUL). It demonstrates that aligning gamification with learners’ linguistic and professional needs increases motivation, engagement, and achievement. The study highlights the importance of learner-centered design for effective English for Specific Purposes (ESP) teaching outcomes in legal education contexts.
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