ESP AS AN APPROACH FOR IMPLEMENTING UNIVERSITY ENGINEERING STUDENTS’ LANGUAGE SKILLS THROUGH THE PRISM OF THEIR NEEDS AND MOTIVATION
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Oct 17, 2024
Abstract
The article examines the specifics of ESP for engineering students from the standpoint of meeting their relevant language needs as for future professionals. The aspects of ESP are analyzed in the context of scholarly perspectives and formulations. The essence of ESP related terms such as «need» and «goal» is clarified. The role of motivation in ESP learning is substantiated. Based on the empirical study, specifically the survey conducted among the students – future engineers and the analysis of its results, the conclusions are drawn regarding the real communicative needs of the respondents to enhance the effectiveness and motivation in mastering ESP during university education stages.
How to Cite
Yashchuk, O. (2024). ESP AS AN APPROACH FOR IMPLEMENTING UNIVERSITY ENGINEERING STUDENTS’ LANGUAGE SKILLS THROUGH THE PRISM OF THEIR NEEDS AND MOTIVATION. Baltic Journal of Legal and Social Sciences, (3), 135-143. https://doi.org/10.30525/2592-8813-2024-3-13
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Keywords
ESP, need, purpose, motivation, engineer, foreign language, education, university
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