PEDAGOGICAL STRATEGIES FOR TEACHING ENGLISH AS A SPECIALIZED LANGUAGE: THE ROLE OF ESP IN PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Abstract
In today's globalized world, English for Specific Purposes (ESP) has emerged as a crucial branch of English language teaching, catering to learners with specific professional and academic needs. This article explores pedagogical strategies for teaching English as a specialized language, focusing on the role of ESP in professional development. It examines how targeted instruction in specific linguistic, communicative, and disciplinary features of English fosters career advancement and proficiency in professional contexts. Key challenges, effective methodologies, and the role of technology in enhancing ESP teaching are discussed.
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English for Specific Purposes (ESP), professional development, pedagogical strategiesHow to Cite
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