EAP Learners' Perceptions towards the Use of Tasks in Their Books: Focusing on Needs Analysis
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.17507/tpls.1103.06Keywords:
EAP courses, learner`s perception, needs analysis, task-based language teaching, tasksAbstract
The development of English as a universal language led to the emergence of a new field in English language teaching which is called English for Specific Purposes (ESP). Moreover, English is recently considered as an international language, and with advancements in technology, accordingly, there is a widespread growth in demand for English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses fluctuating in teaching length and mode. The present study, thus, attempts to consider the EAP Learners' Perceptions towards the use of tasks taught in universities as EAP courses for students and what English skills and abilities are required from them on the job.
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