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ENG411Arts3 Unitsintermediate

English For Specific Purposes

This course introduces final year English students to English for Specific Purposes (ESP). It provides a learning-centered approach, focusing on the development of ESP instruction programs. The course covers theoretical grounding in language teaching, incorporating English for Occupational Purposes (EOP) and English for Educational or Academic Purposes (EAP). Students will learn to design ESP programs, analyze learner needs, evaluate teaching materials, and create original ESP content. The course also explores discourse analysis and genre analysis.

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208h
Study Time
13
Weeks
16h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
ESPEAPEOPSyllabus DesignNeeds Analysis

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

ESP Definitions

2

ESP Characteristics

3

ESP Principles

4

Syllabus Design

5

Needs Analysis

6

Communicative Methodology

Total Topics6 topics

Requirements

Knowledge and skills recommended for success

General English Proficiency

Basic Understanding of Language Teaching Principles

💡 Don't have all requirements? Don't worry! Many students successfully complete this course with basic preparation and dedication.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (4 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Project

Extended work showcasing practical application of skills

Practical Work

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

ESP Course Designer

Apply your skills in this growing field

EAP Instructor

Apply your skills in this growing field

EOP Instructor

Apply your skills in this growing field

Curriculum Developer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Language Training Consultant

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

EducationCorporate TrainingLanguage ServicesInternational BusinessGovernment

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Historical and Theoretical Perspective on ESP

6h

Unit 1: Definitions, Characteristics and Principles of English for Specific Purposes (ESP)

6 study hours
  • •Read the unit introduction and objectives.
  • •Understand the definitions of ESP and its relationship to ELT.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercises.
Week
2

Module 1: Historical and Theoretical Perspective on ESP

6h

Unit 2: Types and Reasons for the Evolution of ESP

6 study hours
  • •Examine the reasons for the evolution of ESP.
  • •Identify and differentiate the types of ESP.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercises.
Week
3

Module 1: Historical and Theoretical Perspective on ESP

6h

Unit 3: History and Phases in the Development of ESP

6 study hours
  • •Trace the history and growth of ESP.
  • •Describe the phases in the development of ESP.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercises.
Week
4

Module 1: Historical and Theoretical Perspective on ESP

6h

Unit 4: Differences between (i) ESP and GE Programmes; (ii) ESP Practitioner and GE Teacher

6 study hours
  • •Identify the differences between ESP and General English programs.
  • •Compare ESP and General English teachers.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercises.
Week
5

Module 1: Historical and Theoretical Perspective on ESP

6h

Unit 5: Ways of Training EFL Teachers for ESP Teaching

6 study hours
  • •Explore ways of training EFL teachers for ESP teaching.
  • •Understand the requirements for ESP teachers.
  • •Complete the tutor-marked assignment.
Week
6

Module 2: ESP Course and Syllabus Design

6h

Unit 1: Definitions of Course, Syllabus, ESP Curriculum and ESP Course/Syllabus Design

6 study hours
  • •Define course, syllabus, ESP curriculum, and ESP course/syllabus design.
  • •Identify factors affecting ESP course design.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercises.
Week
7

Module 2: ESP Course and Syllabus Design

6h

Unit 2: Types and Importance of Syllabus

6 study hours
  • •Identify and describe the types of syllabus.
  • •Understand the importance of syllabus.
  • •Complete the tutor-marked assignment.
Week
8

Module 2: ESP Course and Syllabus Design

6h

Unit 3: Factors Affecting ESP Course Design: Language Description

6 study hours
  • •Explore factors affecting ESP course design related to language description.
  • •Understand different linguistic approaches.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercises.
Week
9

Module 2: ESP Course and Syllabus Design

6h

Unit 4: Factors Affecting ESP Course Design: Learning Theories and Needs Analysis

6 study hours
  • •Examine factors affecting ESP course design related to learning theories and needs analysis.
  • •Understand different learning theories.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercises.
Week
10

Module 2: ESP Course and Syllabus Design

6h

Unit 5: Approaches and Techniques for Needs Analysis; Principles for Analyzing Learners Needs

6 study hours
  • •Explore approaches and techniques for needs analysis.
  • •Understand principles for analyzing learners' needs.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercises.
Week
11

Module 2: ESP Course and Syllabus Design

6h

Unit 6: Approaches to and Steps in ESP Course Design

6 study hours
  • •Explore approaches to ESP course design.
  • •Understand the steps in ESP course design.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercises.
Week
12

Module 3: Methods and Strategies

6h

Unit 1: ESP Methods and Principles of Communicative Methodology

6 study hours
  • •Understand ESP methodology as a communicative one.
  • •Explore the principles of communicative methodology.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercises.
Week
13

Module 3: Methods and Strategies

12h

Unit 2: Some Attributes of ESP Methodology

6 study hours
  • •Explore attributes of ESP methodology.
  • •Understand problem-solving, task-based, and collaborative approaches.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercises.

Unit 3: Principles of Learning

6 study hours
  • •Understand the principles of learning.
  • •Apply these principles to ESP teaching.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercises.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review definitions of ESP, EAP, and EOP (Unit 1).

2

Practice designing sample ESP syllabi for different professions (Units 2-6).

3

Study different approaches to needs analysis and their applications (Units 7-9).

4

Understand the principles of communicative methodology and task-based learning (Units 10-12).

5

Familiarize yourself with the characteristics of different genres (Units 19-23).

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