ESP Tutorial Program for Humanities and Social Sciences Students by Aurelio P. Vilbar
Paper presented during the International Conference for English Teaching Professionals, by the United States Department of State, Regional English Language Office Manila, Philippines January 31-February 1, 2019, University of San Jose Recoletos, Cebu City.
Abstract
This case study aims to present the impact of a customized English for Specific Purposes tutorial to four Grade 11 students at Arcelo Memorial National High School. Using a qualitative method, it used interviews and content analysis; and the ADDIE Instructional Design in making the tutorial program. In the Analysis stage, the researchers analyzed the needs of the respondents through profiling and administering a diagnostic test which became the basis of the tutorial design’s content, activities, and assessment. The tutorial was conducted from September 24, 2018 to October 19, 2018. The results of the research are the following: (1) manifestations of progress in pronunciation and enunciation; (2) evident spontaneity in language use and (3) improvement in diction and sentence construction. The respondents evaluated the program to be beneficial and effective in addressing language deficits. The research recommends that language teachers utilize tools that enable learners to take responsibility for their own learning.