期刊名称:International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences
电子版ISSN:2222-6990
出版年度:2021
卷号:11
期号:12
页码:139-159
DOI:10.6007/IJARBSS/v11-i12/11522
语种:English
出版社:Human Resource Management Academic Research Society
摘要:This article analyses English language learning strategies adopted by students in learning English for Specific Purposes (ESP). Despite a broad study in language learning, there is still a scarcity of empirical evidence to emphasise the importance of LLS and the impact on students’ performance for ESP specifically. This topic is significant in reflecting the strategies and their adaptability by targeted students. It involves a systematic review of literature and studies from Malaysia and other parts of the world between 2009 and 2021. It references published research studies, analyses books and strategies students use in learning English and especially for specific purposes and reading skills. Out of 50 previous studies, 20 were chosen for a thorough analysis ranging from research journals, reports, and books on definitions and growth and development of ESP, and strategies for learning ESP. The studies revealed that though the majority of ESP students in Malaysia have embraced self-directed English language learning strategies, there is still a gap in the English proficiency in the Malaysian education system. While acknowledging the limitation occasioned by a smaller sample size, the study recommended the adoption of language learning from an out-of-classroom perspective and understanding the significance of Business English to students.