Challenges and Problems that Face ESP EAP Teachers inside Classrooms

Abdul-Malik Al-Selwi

doi:10.58963/qausrj.v17i17.277

Authors

Abdul-Malik Al-Selwi Queen Arwa University Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.58963/qausrj.v17i17.277

Keywords:

English for Specific Purposes (ESP) , English for Academic Purposes (EAP) , Teacher Challenges

Abstract

This paper explores the significant challenges faced by ESP/EAP teachers and proposes solutions as investigated by various ESP practitioners. The study aims to (a) understand teachers' perceptions, involvement, and the problems they encounter, (b) evaluate current teaching methods in the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology (FEIT) at Taiz University for teacher development, and (c) suggest solutions based on correlations between teachers' perceptions, involvement, and literature. The research involved non-participant observations and semi-structured interviews to gather data. The findings highlight key issues such as lack of experience, traditional teaching methods, large class sizes, and low student motivation. Solutions include targeted training, improved collaboration with content specialists, and better material selection.

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Author Biography

Abdul-Malik Al-Selwi, Queen Arwa University

Chairperson, English Dept., Queen Arwa University

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