what'+s+ESP?

**__ 1.- What did you learn about ESP? __** The most important idea is the concept of process. That process begins with the observation of mistakes, analysis of needs in differents ways, prior knowledge, specifics fields of knowledge and experience. This “process” changes, evolves and it is not possible to submit it a pre-established writed rule. __**2.- What did you already know about it?**__ It is continuous evolution. Teaching ESP requires constant observation about real use of language and what for. In addition, It is not a unilateral task and teachers can’t rely on other teachers or departments that organize language course. Definitely it is much more than a list of technical vocabulary. **__ 3.- What´s the difference between ESP and GE (General English?) __** In my opinion, in some cases it’s possible they are the same thing, because the needs are teach general rules or vocabulary. But, in general, It won’t be the same method of teaching. __** 4.-What other acronyms did you learn? What do they mean? **__  ESOL: English to speakers of other languages. **__ 5.- And, in your own experience what are the more common language skills taught in ESP? __** After reading the text, I think it depens on the specifics needs that teachers consider. In general it is important reading, writing and listening. Above all, it is necessary to consider the specific field of knowledge to prior language skills. See you soon...   PD : Very interesting topic! María January 2012
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