This descriptive research examined the extent of application of English for Specific Purposes (ESP) in the English for Academic and Professional Purposes (EAPP) curriculum for Grade 12 students in the public schools in the Municipality of Binalbagan, Negros Occidental. The participants of the study were the 233 Grade 12 students who were enrolled during the second semester of the school year 2017-2018. The quantitative descriptive design was utilized to determine the extent of application of ESP in the EAPP curriculum. The results revealed a high extent of application of ESP in the EAPP curriculum for Grade 12 students, however, when they were grouped according to each strand, HE and HUMSS were of the very high extent while GAS, IA, and AFA were of the high extent.
Meanwhile, when the strands were categorized to Content Standard (CS), ABM and HE were of the very high extent while HUMSS, GAS, IA, and AFA were of the high extent of application. Also, when the strands are categorized according to Performance Standard (PS), HUMSS and HE were of the very high extent while GAS, IA, and AFA were of the high extent. There were significant differences found among the strands and standards in the extent of application of ESP in the EAPP curriculum. Hence, the proposed training program for ESP is designed to enrich the knowledge and learning materials for the senior high school students and the English teachers based on the findings of the study.
Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
2. METHODOLOGY
3. RESULTS, DISCUSSION, AND IMPLICATIONs
4. CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Research Objectives and Themes
This study aims to evaluate the extent to which English for Specific Purposes (ESP) is applied within the English for Academic and Professional Purposes (EAPP) curriculum for Grade 12 students in the public schools of Binalbagan, aiming to enhance instructional materials and teaching methodologies for better career preparation.
- Application of ESP strategies in the EAPP curriculum
- Assessment of students categorized by academic strands
- Evaluation based on Content Standards and Performance Standards
- Identification of gaps in teaching and learning materials
- Development of strategic intervention programs for teachers
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INTRODUCTION
The use of language in various disciplines, whether in academics, profession and occupation, plays a flexible role to meet the needs of the specific group of learners for them to be active and proficient in their chosen tracks. English is a global language, and it has been the medium of communication of intercultural organizations and businesses, which makes its dominant use in classroom instruction imperative. The broad concept of English is used in specific fields and different situations in the world of business, science, and technology (Barnawi, 2011).
Antic (2016) defines English for Specific Purposes (ESP) as an approach to language teaching and learning that is based on the needs of the learners. Bracaj (2014) also states that learners study English in class not only as a requirement but also as a need to be able to perform tasks even outside the campus. Also, ESP is designed to be learned and practiced as the basic component in the preparation for employment or occupational mobility (Kuo, 2016). Hence, ESP is integrated into the English instruction to prepare students for target communicative situations in their future professions and business and industry.
Summary of Chapters
1. INTRODUCTION: This chapter provides an overview of the importance of ESP in academic and professional settings and outlines the specific research questions and hypotheses regarding the EAPP curriculum in Binalbagan.
2. METHODOLOGY: This section describes the quantitative descriptive design, the selection process for the 233 Grade 12 student participants, and the validation procedures for the research instrument.
3. RESULTS, DISCUSSION, AND IMPLICATIONs: This chapter presents the statistical analysis of the findings, demonstrating varying extents of ESP application across different student strands and performance standards, and compares these findings with existing literature.
4. CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: The final chapter summarizes the research outcomes and provides actionable advice for curriculum designers, teachers, and school administrators to improve EAPP instructional content.
Keywords
English for Academic and Professional Purposes, English for Specific Purposes, extent of application, strands, content standard, performance standard, curriculum, student assessment, instructional materials, language teaching, academic needs, professional mobility, Grade 12, educational research.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of this research study?
The study focuses on examining the extent to which English for Specific Purposes (ESP) is applied within the existing English for Academic and Professional Purposes (EAPP) curriculum for Grade 12 students in the public schools of Binalbagan.
What academic disciplines or strands are covered in this assessment?
The study includes students from several strands: General Academic Strand (GAS), Industrial Arts (IA), Accountancy and Business Management (ABM), Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMSS), Home Economics (HE), and Agri-Fishery Arts (AFA).
What is the main goal or research objective of the author?
The goal is to determine if the current curriculum adequately prepares students for their chosen professional fields and to propose a training program or intervention materials for English teachers to address identified gaps.
What methodology was employed to gather data?
The researcher utilized a quantitative descriptive research design, employing a researcher-made questionnaire validated by experts and pilot-tested for reliability using the Cronbach Alpha formula.
What core aspects of the curriculum are analyzed in the main body?
The main body evaluates the application of ESP by categorizing assessments according to strands and measuring them against Content Standards (CS) and Performance Standards (PS).
Which keywords characterize the essence of this publication?
Key terms include English for Specific Purposes (ESP), EAPP curriculum, student strands, instructional materials, content standards, performance standards, and academic/professional preparedness.
Did the study find significant differences between student strands?
Yes, the study identified significant differences in the extent of ESP application among the various strands, which suggests that some groups of students may have less access to specialized materials than others.
What recommendation does the author give to school administrators?
The author recommends that school administrators form a working committee to focus on designing and contextualizing EAPP lessons and activities to better prepare students for their future careers.
How should English teachers utilize the findings of this research?
Teachers are encouraged to use the results to integrate competencies from purposive communication and to develop differentiated instructional materials that align with the specific needs of their students' chosen tracks.
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- Kenneth Bacala (Autor), 2019, English for Specific Purposes in the Senior High School Curriculum, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/500483
