The development of English for Specific Purposes (ESP) saw significant changes from 1980 to 2000. Initially, the approach became more learner-centered, emphasizing the needs and reasons for students to learn English.
relates to the English needed in an educational context
influence on the ELT
influences the choice of vocabulary, which should be done taking into account the level, proficiency, and role.
There is a combination that turns out to be very motivating and is to apply the teaching of English in all subjects, which allows students to apply their knowledge of the second language in their main field of study.
ESP is used for a particular purpose, but the techniques and methods used to teach it may be the same as in ELT.
1945
The end of the Second World War generated a demand for the mastery of an international language
WHAT IS ESP? 1990-2000
is an approach to language teaching
in which all decisions as to content and method are based on the learners reason for learning.
1980-1990 Learner centered approach
teachers focused on guiding the process and student-centered approach to a communicative approach with skills production
common reasons for it to arise
focus on
the learner
revolution in linguistics
demands of a Brave New World
From its early beginnings in the 1960- 1970
The idea of using English as a common language for the operation of the power plant in Japan was established.