Esp English For Specific Purposes

What is English for Specific Purposes (ESP)? English for Specific Purposes includes courses of English taught to business people and those involved in a variety of professions that require a certain level of English proficiency in order to perform their jobs successfully. These include pilots, medical workers, engineers, scientists, lawyers and those working in the tourism and hospitality industry, among others.   The difference between teaching ESP and teaching general English is that for ESP students you only teach them what they need to know to perform their role effectively. A pilot is not going to need to know how to buy groceries at the local market but is going to need to know how to communicate with other pilots and ground staff all over the world, following...  [Read more]

What is English for Specific Purposes? The field of English language instruction is teeming with acronyms, and ESP is a fairly common one. ESP stands for English for Specific Purposes, a niche within TEFL that you may end up teaching in the future. But what does English for Specific Purposes entail? Table of Contents What is English for Specific Purposes? Who needs English for Specific Purposes? How to teach English for Specific Purposes Who can teach English for Specific Purposes? Resources for teaching English for Specific Purposes What is English for Specific Purposes? English for Specific Purposes (ESP) is an approach to English language teaching that focuses on the specific linguistic needs of learners in a particular professional or academic field. Unlike general English courses...  [Read more]

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 Estefany Garduño Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas New at ESP? Don’t get nervous! As an ESL teacher, you have probably found students looking for help to develop their English skills in a particular domain of their professional careers, or they look to increase their knowledge by focusing on language in context instead of grammar structures. Although this is a great opportunity to increase the ESL teaching experience, many of us say: "Oh, sorry, but that is not my expertise area, but I suggest asking this another teacher." This article will guide you to give the first step with private students and Online English Courses, learning advice to help any student even if you do not have experience teaching English in their professional area. Table of Contents What is...  [Read more]

What is English for Specific Purposes? The field of English language instruction is teeming with acronyms, and ESP is a fairly common one. ESP stands for English for Specific Purposes, a niche within TEFL that you may end up teaching in the future. But what does English for Specific Purposes entail? What is English for Specific Purposes? An ESP course, instead of focusing on everyday communication as in general English, is oriented towards a specific discipline. These courses concentrate on the language required by students to communicate in a singular, specific environment. While ESP students still require a command of general English, the specific language addressed in the course is of greater significance. Who needs English for Specific Purposes? Typically, ESP students already possess...  [Read more]

Mon, 29 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Why is English for Specific Purposes as a Methodology so Effective? In 1945, globalization boomed and developing countries in Europe and Africa were quickly realizing that to become technologically advanced, English was the language to pursue as it was establishing itself as the international technological language. The first textbook to be published to educate students in a specified field of English was The Structure of Technical English (Herbert, 1965), which opened the door to the development of textbooks based on register analysis. Table of Contents LSP and ESP Development of Special Methodologies Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification...  [Read more]

Thu, 04 Jul 2019 Jon ITTT TEFL Information 5 Questions about English for Specific Purposes While the majority of teaching jobs abroad require teachers to cover general English, or English for everyday use, some TEFL teachers may be required to teach English to students with a particular context in mind. This branch of English language teaching is called English for Specific Purposes or ESP. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: What is English for Specific Purposes? How does teaching ESP differ from teaching general English? What language level are ESP students? What age are ESP students? What resources are available to ESP teachers? Do you want to start teaching English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: What is English for Specific Purposes? English for...  [Read more]

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas What is ESP in Relation to ESL Teaching? English for Specific Purposes (ESP) is a niche within the realm of English language teaching that offers a unique and tailored approach. While many English teachers focus on general language proficiency, ESP educators direct their attention to students with specialized needs, whether it be in medical, aviation, business, or various other professions. Table of Contents What is ESP? What language level are ESP students? What age are ESP students? How does ESP differ from general ESL teaching? What resources are available to teach ESP classes? In summary: Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in...  [Read more]

Thu, 04 Jul 2019 Jon ITTT TEFL Information Great ESP and EAP Course Books and Where to Find Them What are ESP and EAP? English for Specific Purposes (ESP) is an area of English language teaching and learning that encompasses business English and English for Academic Purposes (EAP) as well as courses that teach English needed for specific jobs and industries. As a qualified TEFL teacher you will likely teach ESP in some form and in this post I'll look at course books aimed at teaching English to those in certain professions such as finance, law, tourism, medicine and aviation as well as books used for teaching EAP. EAP focuses on the language and skills needed for students to study in English at university level. As with other English teaching, EAP deals with reading, writing,...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories The Three Main Types of High Schools in Japan Etienne Van Rooyen TEFL Information Alumni Experiences There are three types of senior high schools in Japan. Each senior high school (grades 10, 11, and 12) has a different purpose and students attend it. Understanding this helps us learn how English language learning in Japan is differently yet similars each school. With this knowledge, as an Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) you can adapt your lessons plans, materials and style to fit your school/s. Nightly Reading Homework: Best Practices in 6 Steps Ahmed Taha Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This blog post explains what the teacher can do and what parents and other caregivers can do to ensure that this assignment is truly beneficial...  [Read more]

Highest TEFL Classes Check out tefl tesol about Highest TEFL Classes and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Check out ITTT's Blog Posts C.L. - France said: Business EnglishIntroduction Business English means different things to different people. For some, it applies only to specific vocabulary and topics used in the worlds of business, trade, finance, and/or any other specific business fields (i.e. medical/nautical/Marketing/Management/Human Resources/Tourism and so on?). For others it refers to the communication skills used in the workplace, and focuses on the language and skills needed for common business...  [Read more]

Course Books for English for Specific Purposes and English for Academic Purposes  English for Specific Purposes is an area of English language teaching and learning that encompasses business English, English for Academic Purposes as well as courses that teach English needed for specific professions. In this infographic we look at course books aimed at teaching English to those in certain professions such as finance, law, tourism, medicine and aviation. We also look at course books available for teaching English for Academic Purposes. EAP focuses on the language and skills needed for students to study in English at university level. As with other English teaching, EAP deals with reading, writing, listening and speaking, as well as vocabulary and grammar but these are linked to the...  [Read more]

Estefany Garduño Estefany Garduño is an English Teacher and a Biotechnology Engineer from Mexico. During her professional life, she has taught subjects like English, Microbiology and Chemistry, which has helped her to identify both different kinds of students and the way they like to learn. She not only loves to be healthy and practice exercise every day but also, she thinks that at least one smile during your day can change it totally. Her favorite phrase is: “A day without laughter is a day wasted” by Charlie Chaplin. Read my articles Creating your Own English Immersion Experience for ESL Students | ITTT | TEFL Blog Estefany Garduño TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Let’s change the game by giving a higher immersion of English to your ESL students...  [Read more]

ESP/EAP teacher at Saudi University Date posted:2024-03-10 | Writer: Prince Sultan University | Email: [email protected] Details of Position Institution: University Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Subjects: Academic English, English for Specific Purposes Students: Adults (ages 18 to 30+) Duration: One academic year (renewable) Working hours: eight (8) working hours (from 7 AM to 3 PM, or 8 AM to 4PM), Sunday to Thursday Holidays: Paid annual leave of thirty (30) days for every year of continued service plus full-paid leave on National Day, Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha Salary: 17,000 20,000 SAR per month depending on qualifications and experience. This includes an accommodation allowance. Other benefits: Medical insurance, annual flight allowance, end of service bonus...  [Read more]

The World Of TEFL and TESOL Explained Being a Cultural Ambassador in Japan: the Other Side of the EFL Experience Shanique Hutchinson Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences This blog post was written by a recent TEFL course graduate who works as a cultural ambassador in Japan. Read more about her adventures teaching English in Asia in this blog post. 5 Interesting Facts about the 250-hour TESOL Diploma Course Jon ITTT TEFL Information This ITTT TEFL article looks at 5 interesting facts about International TEFL and TESOL Training’s 250-hour Diploma course. How To Start Your Own ESL Teaching Service Bri Freeman TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Are you interested in taking up a digital nomad lifestyle and work from anywhere you like? Teaching English...  [Read more]

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Staff Trainer - Yogyakarta Date posted:2024-03-29 | Writer: SoftwareSeni | Email: [email protected] SoftwareSeni is a Software Development Company based in Yogyakarta & Sydney, Australia. We have been designing and developing phone apps, websites, and mobile experiences. We love solving tough problems – from user experience to design and code. We build enterprise web-based solutions for clients all over the world, from Australia, Indonesia, Europe, Africa, and America. Our clients are Astra International, Traveloka, Angkasa Pura, Bike Exchange, Downsizing, Red Balloon, Sectara, and many more. Skills & Requirement Has a Bachelor's degree in English Education or related majors Has experience teaching English for Specific Purposes (ESP) and Business English TEFL and CTBE...  [Read more]

English Teachers Needed in Makati City Date posted:2024-04-12 | Writer: FuturePerfect | Email: [email protected] CITY:  Makati City, Manila WORKING CONDITIONS:If you love the English language, joining FuturePerfect might be the right move for you. Our highly specialised team focuses on applying research and principles to communication and culture solutions for the BPO (call center) industry. We are a young, dynamic company with strong expertise in English for Specific Purposes. We have offices in Hong Kong and Manila and our clients include many of the leading BPO companies in Asia and Central America. The Role:We are looking for experienced curriculum designers and trainers who have worked in English teaching for professionals and businesses.The call center industry...  [Read more]

Employment teaching EFL in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Date posted:2005-10-19 | Writer: Nong Lam University Center for Foreign Studies | Email: [email protected] Institution: Nong Lam University Center for Foreign StudiesStart Date: November 7, 2005Native English Teachers To teach General English & Examination Preparation (TOEFL, TOEIC) for Programmes of English for Academic Purposes and ESP; English Literature, British Studies, and English for Management for university students of English major. CoursesGeneral English / Examination Preparation (TOEFL and TOEIC) / Intensive English courses Class ScheduleClasses are conducted 6 days a week, Monday to Saturday at various times throughout the day and evening. Classes are usually 4 periods (45-minute period) in the day time and 3 periods in...  [Read more]

TEFL in Khartoum, Sudan Date posted:2007-05-30 | Writer: The Winner Language Institute | Email: [email protected] We are an English Language Institute and we are looking for Teachers who can offer significant real world experience - particularly Teachers who can offer experience in Commerce, Law , Accountancy, Petroleum, telecommunications, medicine and government/diplomacy.Teach Business English in Africa's fastest growing economy. Located in Khartoum by the Blue Nile, we are strengthening our team by recruiting teachers who can offer significant experience in Business English/ English for Occupational Purposes. Our normal requirement is for university graduates with at least a UK class 2 equivalent degree this remains highly desirable, but for this recruitment we are more...  [Read more]

TEFL in Sudan (Khartoum) Date posted:2006-11-06 | Writer: Winner Language Institute | Email: [email protected] What are we recruiting? Graduate, qualified, specialist teachers of British English. Where are we recruiting? One of the most cosmopolitan cities in Africa. When are we recruiting? As soon as possible. We are a new language institute, with a modern school located in the Garden City area of Khartoum and we need to recruit more teachers:  ·  you must have at least a Bachelor's degree (minimum standard UK 2.2 or equivalent);  ·  you must have been educated in a British school and your own knowledge of written and spoken British English must be of native speaker standard; and  ·  you must be a specialist teacher of English (EFL, ESOL, ELTA),...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers New at ESP? Don’t get nervous! Estefany Garduño Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, we discover the world of teaching English for Specific Purposes, in short ESP. Learning Styles and the Multiple Intelligences Theory in the ESL Classroom Estefany Garduño Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas If you are a teacher of English as a foreign language, this article is perfect for you! Read on to find out more about different learning styles and the multiple intelligences theory in the ESL classroom. Monitoring and Documenting Learning Through Assessments Ahmed Taha Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Assessments are at the heart of the goals of deliberately and effectively helping students in the acquisition of...  [Read more]

Older Posts Teaching Special Groups in ESL - Teaching Individuals (One-to-One) Federico Riva Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post we will consider how we need to adjust to teaching a single (one-to-one) student. Methods and techniques will need to be somewhat different from teaching a class where student to student interaction is available. Teaching Special Groups in ESL - Top 10 Tips When Teaching Beginners Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas This blog post outlines some of the best tips to use with your various beginner classes. Ideas about keeping them motivated and keeping them using the language are covered. Try these ideas with your beginners. Never Fear! 7 Ways to Prevent Confusion in the Classroom Shakira Moss TEFL Information Alumni...  [Read more]

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Principles of Teaching Business English and My Personal Experience in China What type of a TEFL teacher do I want to be? I have learned from Unit 19 Teaching Special Groups there are different types of classes. They are Teaching Beginners, Teaching Individual Students, Teaching Children, Business English / English for Specific Purposes (ESP), and Monolingual and the Multilingual Class. Many to choose from and I hope during my teaching career I will be exposed to all of them. But, if I had my choice I would pick Business. Table of Contents What is Business English? Who are your students? Designing a syllabus General evaluation Chinese experience Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: In...  [Read more]

TEFL in Sudan - Khartoum Date posted:2006-12-12 | Writer: The Winner Language Institute | Email: [email protected] We are a successful language institute, with a modern school located in a prestigious area of Khartoum. Our students are extremely motivated and a pleasure to teach, whilst also offering a full range of professional challenges for talented teachers. We are recruiting a number of teachers to join our professional team during 2007. You must be able to offer us: • a university degree, minimum standard Bachelor, UK 2.2 or equivalent; • ability to use written and spoken British English to a native speaker standard; and • a specialist qualification to teach English (EFL, ESOL, ELTA), from an accredited course provider. These are our essential requirements but, of...  [Read more]

Teach English in Khartoum, Sudan Date posted:2007-01-09 | Writer: The Winner Language Institute | Email: [email protected] Exciting opportunity to teach English whilst experiencing one of the most cosmopolitan cities in Africa. Highly motivated students, wide range of professional challenges and very competitive packages offered for the most talented teachers of British English. We are a successful language institute, with a modern school located in a prestigious area of Khartoum. Our students are extremely motivated and a pleasure to teach, whilst also offering a full range of professional challenges for talented teachers. We are recruiting a number of teachers to join our professional team during 2007. You must be able to offer us: · a university degree, minimum standard...  [Read more]

Teach EFL in Sudan - Khartoum Date posted:2007-02-27 | Writer: The Winner Language Institute | Email: [email protected] Exciting opportunity to teach English whilst experiencing one of the most cosmopolitan cities in Africa. Highly motivated students, wide range of professional challenges and very competitive packages offered for the most talented teachers of British English. We are a successful language institute, with a modern school located in a prestigious area of Khartoum. Our students are extremely motivated and a pleasure to teach, whilst also offering a full range of professional challenges for talented teachers. We are recruiting a number of teachers to join our professional team during 2007. You must be able to offer us:  ·  a university degree, minimum...  [Read more]

How is teaching business English different from general English? Business English and General English serve distinct purposes and audiences: In essence, while General English provides foundational language skills, Business English hones in on the nuanced communication needs of the business realm. Table of Contents Business English classes What's the difference between business English and general English? Business English resources Business English classes Business English is a unique area of teaching that comes under the banner of English for Specific Purposes (ESP). Business English courses are designed for employees of any type of company who need to communicate using English in the workplace. Business English classes can cover a range of areas including: A business English course...  [Read more]

Teach English in Australia Date posted:2009-03-02 | Writer: University of Sydney | Email: [email protected] An opportunity currently exists in the University of Sydney for four proactive and motivated TEFL qualified teaching professionals to teach English, and to contribute to innovative curriculum research and development.The Centre for English Teaching (CET) works in close cooperation with the University of Sydney’s International Office and faculties. Offering a range of English language programs, the CET enables students to successfully attain the standard of English required for postgraduate programs.As a language teacher you will work closely with a variety of faculties, to teach the English language and academic study skills to students from a non-English speaking...  [Read more]

Wed, 26 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Strategies of Teaching ESL Groups Effectively There are different types of classes. We will be teaching and adults and children. Let's take a more detailed look into each group. ESL teachers are often working with beginners; however, some people could have been exposed to English previously. We can refer to these students as 'false beginners.' This subgroup could include adults who have learned the language before and may have forgotten it without consistent use. Adults beginners may tend to be more motivated than young beginner learners because adults make the decision to study English by themselves. Children may be told to learn and externally motivated by parents or family members. We should keep in mind that a beginner without...  [Read more]

TEFL in China - Zhuhai Date posted:2006-05-31 | Writer: Fountain English School | Email: [email protected] Fountain School is an English language school in the beautiful coastal city of Zhuhai, Guangdong, Southern China. We have openings for late June and early August. Details: The job is to teach both adults and children (4-16 years old). We offer conversation English mainly but with adults we also teach business English and sometimes ESP (English for Special Purpose) Teaching hours are split: about half with adults and half with children Class size ranges from 1-18, average 13. School website: Contact us Zhuhai website: Contact us Qualifications: * Native English speaker from North America, England, Australia and New Zealand. * TEFL experiences a plus * TESOL certificate or...  [Read more]