LEARNER’S NEEDS ANALYSIS AND THE USE OF TECHNOLOGY IN AN ESP CLASS

Evangelia Giovanoglou

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This study surveys the teaching of English for Specific Purposes (ESP) within the context of the Merchant Marine Academy, focusing on the needs, goals, and attitudes of fifth-semester students toward Maritime English. A questionnaire was used to collect data on students' perceptions of the course, their learning preferences, and the challenges they may face. Findings suggest that while students acknowledge the importance of Maritime English for their future careers, they struggle with theoretical aspects and terminology memorization. The study underlines the role of the ESP teacher in bridging this gap and highlights the need for integrating technology to enhance learning. By incorporating multimedia resources, digital tools and online platforms, the teaching of Maritime English can be more engaging, effective, and aligned with real-world maritime communication requirements.

 

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English for Specific Purposes, Maritime English, technology in the classroom, the teacher’s role

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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.46827/ejes.v12i4.5903

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