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Eng029 - Module 2 (Reviewer)

The document discusses different approaches to teaching and learning English, including English for Specific Purposes (ESP) and General English (GE). It presents ESP as tailoring English learning to specific fields like business, medicine, or tourism. GE encompasses a broader approach. The document also outlines classifications like English as a Foreign Language (EFL), English as a Second Language (ESL), and English as a Mother Tongue (EMT). It presents these approaches in a tree diagram structure with multiple sub-branches and subdivisions.

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Eng029 - Module 2 (Reviewer)

The document discusses different approaches to teaching and learning English, including English for Specific Purposes (ESP) and General English (GE). It presents ESP as tailoring English learning to specific fields like business, medicine, or tourism. GE encompasses a broader approach. The document also outlines classifications like English as a Foreign Language (EFL), English as a Second Language (ESL), and English as a Mother Tongue (EMT). It presents these approaches in a tree diagram structure with multiple sub-branches and subdivisions.

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ENG029 ENGLISH FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSES

MODULE 2
THE TEACHER, THE STUDENT, AND ENGLISH FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSES

ESP (English for Specific Purposes)

ESP refers to learning English tailored for a specific purpose, such as business, medicine, or tourism.

Example: If you're a doctor learning English to communicate with patients from different countries,
you're engaging in English for Medical Purposes (EMP), a subset of ESP.

ELT (English Language Teaching)

ELT involves the methods and strategies used by teachers to impart English language skills to students.

Example: A teacher using games and interactive activities to teach English grammar and vocabulary is
applying ELT techniques.

EAP (English for Academic Purposes)

EAP focuses on developing English skills for academic settings, like universities or research institutions.

Example: If you're learning English to write academic papers or give presentations at a conference,
you're studying English for Academic Purposes.

EOP (English for Occupational Purposes)

EOP is about learning English to succeed in a specific profession or job.

Example: A pilot studying English to communicate effectively with air traffic controllers is an example of
English for Occupational Purposes.

EMT (English as Mother Tongue)

EMT refers to using English as the first language in a region or country.

Example: In the United States, English is the EMT for the majority of the population.

EFL (English as a Foreign Language)

EFL is the study of English in a non-English-speaking country.

Example: A Japanese student learning English in Japan is engaged in EFL.

PREPARED BY MARK NATHANIEL JAVIER


ENG029 ENGLISH FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSES

ESL (English as a Second Language)

ESL involves learning English in a country where it's the primary language but not the first language of
the learner.

Example: A person from China learning English in the United States is experiencing ESL.

Tree Diagram
Root: Learning and Communication

At the top of the tree is the broad category of "Learning and Communication," emphasizing the
fundamental purpose of language learning.

Branch 1: Language Teaching

The first major branch delves into "Language Teaching," indicating the specific focus on teaching a
language, in this case, English.

Sub-Branches: EMT, EFL, and ESL

Within the "Language Teaching" branch, there are three main sub-branches:

EMT (English as Mother Tongue): This refers to using English as the primary language in a region or
country.

EFL (English as a Foreign Language): Focuses on learning English in a non-English-speaking country.

ESL (English as a Second Language): Involves learning English in a country where it is the primary
language but not the first language of the learner.

Sub-Branches of EFL and ESL: ESP, GE

Within both EFL and ESL, there are further subdivisions:

ESP (English for Specific Purposes): Tailoring English learning for specific purposes like business,
medicine, etc.

GE (General English): Encompasses a broad and general approach to English language learning.

PREPARED BY MARK NATHANIEL JAVIER


ENG029 ENGLISH FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSES

ESP Subdivisions: EST, EBE, ESS

EST (English for Science and Technology): Focused on English language learning for science and
technology fields.

EBE (English for Business and Economics): Tailored for English language learning in business and
economics contexts.

ESS (English for Social Sciences): Targets English language learning in the social sciences.

ESP Subdivisions: EAP, EOP, EVP, VESL

EAP (English for Academic Purposes): Geared towards English language learning for academic settings.

EOP (English for Occupational Purposes): Focused on learning English to succeed in a specific profession
or job.

EVP (English for Vocational Purposes): Concentrates on English language learning for vocational or job-
related purposes.

VESL (Vocational English as a Second Language): Indicates English language learning in a vocational
context.

ESP Courses: Legal English, Medical English, English for Teaching, English for Hotel

Legal English: Specific English language courses designed for legal professionals and students.

Medical English: Tailored for healthcare professionals and students.

English for Teaching: Geared towards individuals learning English to become teachers.

English for Hotel: Focuses on English language learning for those working in the hospitality industry.

GE Levels: PRY, Secondary, Tertiary

PRY (Primary): Indicates English language learning at the primary school level.

Secondary: Refers to English language learning at the secondary school level.

Tertiary: Involves English language learning at the tertiary education level, such as universities or
colleges.

PREPARED BY MARK NATHANIEL JAVIER

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