WAYS OF TEACHING ENGLISH FOR SPECIAL PURPOSES

Abstract

Although English for Specific Purpose (ESP) is a market-driven, need-oriented, and purpose-driven course, it is frequently taught along the lines of teaching General English with a concentration on language teaching techniques in gulf countries, as can be seen from a quick glance at an ESP classroom there. Teachers of ESP frequently overlook the fact that ESP differs from General English in a few key ways. By integrating and adapting other disciplines, ESP is a distinct activity within English Language Teaching (ELT) that promotes learner investment and participation. It has its own methodology, approach, and materials. In order to meet the identified needs of the learners, ESP practitioners must analyze the needs of the learners, create the course, prepare the materials, select the most relevant instruction, and put it into practice. Therefore, an ESP instructor needs more than simply language system expertise and the ability to impart it.