ESP in the Algerian Context: Categorization of Learners and Considerations for Course Designers.

This document discusses the categorization of English for Specific Purposes (ESP) learners in the Algerian context and considerations for course designers. The four main categories of ESP learners identified are: ESP as a university course for EFL undergraduates and postgraduates, ESP for academic purposes, ESP for occupational/vocational purposes, and ESP as a medium of instruction (EMI). The focus of this document is on EMI, which refers to using English as the primary medium of instruction in educational institutions where the learner's first language is not English. The document suggests that Algerian EMI course practitioners can study best practices from other universities that have been implementing EMI since the 1990s. The Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) approach is highlighted as a prominent model for EMI teacher training and course design. The document emphasizes the importance of needs analysis, ongoing professional development, and the integration of formative assessment in ESP course design. It concludes by suggesting the development of interdisciplinary collaboration, the integration of ICTs and digital skills, and the creation of national platforms for the exchange of course materials and teaching aids in ESP. [Extracted from the article]