THE PAPER OF INTRODUCTION TO ESP

Courses : English for Specific Purposes

Lecturer : Royani Afriani, M.Pd.

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Rifa Maryanti

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FAKULTAS ILMU TARBIYAH DAN KEGURUAN
INSTITUT AGAMA ISLAM NEGERI SYEKH NURJATI CIREBON
2021
Introduction:

The paper entitled "introduction to esp" has 10 pages with 4 sub-discussions in it. In the first
discussion, there is the background, problem boundaries and the purpose of writing this paper.
The second discussion is a theoretical basis that explains in general the definition of ESP. This
third discussion is a discussion, containing discussions that become the limitation of the problem.
This discussion explains the definition of ESP, the theories about ESP, the branches of ESP, the
purpose of studying ESP, and the benefits of studying ESP. And in the last discussion, there is a
conclusion to conclude this paper.
In simple terms, esp is defined as a language teaching approach that targets a student's
academic or work or future needs that focuses on language and skills. ESP can also meet the
needs of these students through the teaching materials and methods taught.
In this paper, the author hopes to help readers know and understand the basic knowledge of
English for specifics.
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A. Background
ESP was as most developments in human activity; ESP was not a planned and
coherent movement, but rather a phenomenon that grew out of a number of converging
trends because English had become international language, which all aspects used it. ESP
aims at acquainting learners with the kind of language needed in a particular domain,
vocation, or occupation. In other hand we must to mastering English language with some
strategies and theory.
ESP has become increasingly important as, there has been an increase in
vocational training and learning throughout the world. With the spread of globalization
has come the increasing use of English as the language of international communication,
more and more people are using English in a growing number of occupational contexts.
Students are starting to learn and therefore master general English at a younger age and
so move on to ESP at an earlier age.

B. Limitation of problem
a. What is the definition of english for specific purposes?
b. What are the theories about english for specific purposes?
c. What are the purpose of english for specific purposes?
d. What is the benefit of english for specific purposes?
e. What is the branches of english for specific purposes?

C. Purposes:
Our purpose in discussing this matter is to understand the definitions and theories
and basic principles of ESP (English for Specific Purposes).
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LITERATURE RIVIEW

English for specific purposes (ESP) is a subset of English as a second or foreign

language. It usually refers to teaching the English language to university students or people
already in employment, with reference to the particular vocabulary and skills they need. As with
any language taught for specific purposes, a given course of ESP will focus on one occupation or
profession, such as Technical English, Scientific English, English for medical professionals,
English for waiters, English for tourism, etc. Despite the seemingly limited focus, a course of
ESP can have a wide-ranging impact, as is the case with Environmental English.
Absolute characteristics:
1. ESP is defined to meet psychological needs of the learners and how they will respond to
temptations (Maslow's hierarchy of needs).
2. ESP makes use of underlying methodology and activities of the discipline it serves.
3. ESP is centered on the language appropriate to these activities in terms of grammar, lexis,
register, study skills, discourse and genre.

Variable characteristics:
Strevens' (1988) ESP may be, but is not necessarily:
1. Restricted as to the language skills to be learned (e.g. reading only);
2. Not taught according to any pre-ordained methodology (pp. 1–2)
Dudley-Evans & St John (1998):
1. ESP may be related to or designed for specific disciplines;
2. ESP may use, in specific teaching situations, a different methodology from that of
general English;
3. ESP is likely to be designed for adult learners, either at a tertiary level institution or in a
professional work situation. It could, however, be for learners at secondary school level;
4. ESP is generally designed for intermediate or advanced students;
5. Most ESP courses assume some basic knowledge of the language system, but it can be
used with beginners (pp. 4–5)
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DISCUSSION

A. Definition of English for Spesific Purpose

English for a spesific purpose is a new approach to teaching and use of English
for specific fields and studies that suit the needs of the english-speaking sciences and
professions. Such practices as English for law, medicine, mechanical engineering,
economics, or maritime, and so forth. English for Specifi c Purposes (ESP) is one of the most
established teaching approaches in English Language Teaching (ELT). It has been informed by
over 50 years of research and practice and is perhaps the most infl uential of all language
teaching approaches in academic settings and the workplace . ESP is an eclectic approach that
takes the most useful, successful, and valid ideas from other theories and practices, combining
them into a consistent whole. It incorporates elements from Communicative Language Teaching
(CLT), Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT), Project-Based Learning (PBL), and many other
teaching approaches, but also has its own unique features, including a commitment to learner-
centeredness, a close connection with specialist subjects, and a focus on collaboration in both
planning and teaching. In many countries, experts in ESP can be the most highly regarded and
sought-after members of staff, serving as coordinators for entire academic English programs and
playing key roles in companies that are developing their international strategies.

B. Theory
There are several theories that explain the definition of English for Spesific Purposes :
1. Robinson : “It (here ESP) is generally used to refer to the teaching and learning of a
foreign language for a clearly utilitarian purpose of which there is no doubt.” 
2. Mc Donough: “ESP courses are those where the syllabus and materials are
determined in all essentials by prior analysis of the communication needs of the
learners.”
3. Robinson, Evens dan Maggie : “ESP is designed to meet needs of the learners; ESP
makes use of the underlying methodology and activities of the disciplines it serves;
ESP is centered on the language (grammar, lexis, register), skills, discourse, and
genre appropriate to these activities.”
C. Purpose
The goal of ESP is for students to be able to master English in the field they are
studying. For example chemistry students, then they must understand English for
chemistry, or if they are engineering students, they must know English for engineering, or
if they work in hospitality, then they must master hospitality English, if they are maritime
students, then they must master maritime English.
ESP is generally used in the teaching of foreign languages for specific uses in certain
fields of science and professions. This goal is generally understood as a benefit in the role
of English as a means of communicating both spoken and written. Therefore, ESP should
be seen as an approach, concept, and method that is different from General English. ESP
is an approach to teaching English that has different approaches, perceptions, designs,
materials, evaluations, and goals. ESP material refers to the needs of students (students'
needs) and the users of the graduates themselves. The same thing was said by Mc
Donough about the definition and concept of ESP.
Donough's opinion indicates that the materials and syllabus and objectives of ESP
must be designed and developed based on the needs of students and graduate users
because students, both when they are studying and when they are going to work, teaching
materials or teaching materials must match their needs. So the ESP approach is a button-
up approach.

D. Benefits of ESP
ESP courses provide dual benefits. First is because ESP is given when they are taking
academic education in accordance with their field of interest, then students learn to use
English directly in the context of their disciplines both for academic and non-academic
purposes. Academic interests here are being able to read, listen, write, and talk about
matters relating to the content or content of their scientific discipline. The non-academic
interests are interests outside of their disciplines such as talking, reading, listening,
writing things that are used in everyday life (daily needs). For example, talking with
lecturers, friends, writing light reviews, listening to English news and much more.
 The second advantage is for the preparation of the workforce. As we all know, now
English is an absolute requirement to find work. Many job interview sessions require
TOEFL or use English as an introduction. This happens because companies prepare
themselves to be able to compete more globally, especially in the current free trade era.
Not only in interview sessions, but in carrying out work assignments at the company,
English cannot be released. Examples are the work of receptionists, marketing, customer
service banks / companies, technicians, programmers, journalists, lawyers, and others.
The ESP courses they took when they were in their undergraduate study at the same time
could have a dual role in preparing them to get off-the-job skills for the sake of their
work. ESP's unique characteristics, namely the goal that adapts the needs of learners is
very suitable to support the achievement of this dual role.
Dual benefits that can be provided by ESP courses will be achieved maximally if the
challenges of implementing ESP can be overcome, at least can be minimized. As for the
challenges, the challenge from the teacher, material, the error for the assessment.

E. Branches of ESP
There are three Branch of English for Spesific Purposes. The first is English for
Academic Pur-poses (EAP), which focuses on ESP in academic settings. English for
Academic Purposes provides a comprehensive overview of the field of English for
Academic Purposes (EAP) for teachers. It not only looks at study skills, but also at other
central concerns of EAP, such as needs analysis, syllabus and course design,
methodology and materials, learning styles, tests and exams, and academic style and
genre analysis. In addition to general EAP, the author also considers subject-specific
language and the production of teaching materials. Throughout, the author adopts a user-
friendly approach in which theoretical considerations are balanced with practical
experience. Issues are discussed and illustrated, but readers are also encouraged to form
their own opinions by means of stimulating introspect and discuss sections at the end of
each chapter.
The sub branches of EAP are : (1) English for General Academic Purpose (EGAP).
For example : English for academic Writing. (2) English for Spesific Academic Purposes.
For example : English for law studies
 The other major branch of ESP is English for Occupational Purposes (EOP). English
for Occupational Purposes examines the field of teaching English in occupational settings
as a particular instance of general workplace training and development. The main focus
of the study is on business organizations, specifically in South Korea, where English has
become an integral part of business both in the workplace, in business to business
negotiations, and in professional training.
The sub branches of AOP are : (1) English for General Occupational Purposes
(EGOP). For example : English for the hospitality industry. (2) English for Spesific
Occupational Purposes (ESOP) . For example : English for hotel receptionists.
The last branche is English for Professional Purpose (EPP). English for Professional
Purposes provides a state-of-the-art account of the various kinds of language assessments
used to determine people’s abilities to function linguistically in the workplace.
The sub branches of EPP are : (1) English for General Professional Purposes
(EGPP). For example : English for the health care sector. (2) English for Spesific
Professional Purposes (ESPP). For example : English for nursing.
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CONCLUSION

English for a spesific purpose is a new approach to teaching and use of English for specific
fields and studies that suit the needs of the english-speaking sciences and professions. Such
practices as English for law, medicine, mechanical engineering, economics, or maritime, and so
forth. There are several theories that explain the definition of English for Spesific Purposes ,
such as “It (here ESP) is generally used to refer to the teaching and learning of a foreign
language for a clearly utilitarian purpose of which there is no doubt.” The goal of ESP is for
students to be able to master English in the field they are studying. ESP courses provide dual
benefits. First is because ESP is given when they are taking academic education in accordance
with their field of interest, then students learn to use English directly in the context of their
disciplines both for academic and non-academic purposes. The second advantage is for the
preparation of the workforce. There are three Branch of English for Spesific Purposes. The first
is English for Academic Pur-poses (EAP). The second is English for Occupational Purposes
(EOP). The last branche is English for Professional Purpose (EPP).
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