Mind map: ELT

• ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages for all non-natives)

  • To provide language skills for social integration, education, or employment

  • Instructional methods tailored to the learners’ backgrounds and goals
    Task-based learning

  • Diverse needs and backgrounds
    Potential language anxiety among students

• ESP (English for Specific Purposes in specific fields or professions)

  • To equip learners with the language skills necessary for their specific professional or academic contexts

  • Materials and lessons focused on industry-specific vocabulary and scenarios

  • Understanding the specific needs of different professions
    Creating relevant content that engages learners

• EBP (English for Business Purposes)

  • To prepare learners for effective communication in business environments

  • Case studies
    Role-playing
    Simulations relevant to business situations

  • Staying updated with business terminology and practices

• GE (General English for communication purposes)

  • To develop overall language proficiency for everyday use

  • Focus on functional language
    Role-plays

  • Catering to different interests and needs of students
    Maintaining engagement and motivation.

• EIL  (English as an International Language - a global means of communication across cultures) 

  • To promote effective communication among speakers from diverse linguistic backgrounds

  • Focus on intercultural communication skills and pragmatic use of English in global contexts
    Using generally accepted language standards

  • Navigating cultural differences in communication styles
    Addressing potential misunderstandings.

• ESL (English as a Second language to non-native speakers in an English-speaking country)

  • For integrating into the community and life there

  • Emphasize practical usage of English in everyday situations 
    Communicative language teaching

  • Diverse linguistic backgrounds
    Сultural adjustment issues 

• EMI (English Medium Instrunction - teaching subjects in English)

  • To facilitate learning in non-language subjects while improving English proficiency

  • Language support within subject content
    Visuals
    Interactive activities to enhance comprehension

  • Balancing content mastery with language acquisition
    Managing the terminology used 

• EFL (English as a foreign language in a non-English-speaking country)

  • For travel, business, or academic purposes

  • Immersive activities
    Real-life context

  • Limited exposure to English outside the classroom
    Cultural differences affecting learning styles