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What does English for specific purposes (ESP) refer to?

Teaching the English language to anyone interested in learning English as a second language
Teaching the English language to primary school students with a focus on basic vocabulary and grammar
Teaching the English language without focusing on any specific occupation or profession
Teaching the English language to university students or people already in employment with reference to their particular vocabulary and skills (correct)

What is an example of English for specific purposes (ESP) mentioned in the text?

Basic English
General English
Technical English (correct)
Literary English

What is the main characteristic of ESP according to the text?

Focused on teaching general English language skills
Primarily designed for children learning English as a second language
Defined to meet the psychological needs of the learners (correct)
Not tailored to any specific occupation or profession

What does Aviation English focus on?

<p>Teaching pilots, air traffic controllers, and civil aviation cadets for clear radio communications (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is English for academic purposes considered as?

<p>One sort of ESP (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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English for Specific Purposes (ESP)

Refers to a branch of English language teaching that focuses on the specific needs of learners related to their occupations, professions, or academic fields.
Involves teaching English language skills tailored to the learners' specific purposes or goals.

Examples of ESP

English for Pilots, also known as Aviation English, which focuses on communication skills necessary for safe and effective aviation operations.

Characteristics of ESP

Main characteristic: language is taught and learned for a specific, practical purpose, rather than for general communication.

English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

Considered a type of ESP, focusing on the language skills required for academic study in English-speaking higher education institutions.

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Test your knowledge of English for Specific Purposes (ESP) with this quiz. Explore vocabulary and skills tailored to specific occupations or professions, such as technical, medical, or business English. See how well you understand the language used in university studies or professional environments.