Educational Alternatives, Volume 23, 2025

Résumé: Teachers of English for Specific Purposes (ESP) face a range of challenges in today's educational landscape. Unlike general English classes, teaching ESP requires in-depth knowledge of the target fieldbe it business, medicine, law, or, as it is the case in this paper, food technology, which many language teachers may not possess. This can lead to gaps between what students need and what teachers can effectively provide. A primary challenge lies in adapting language instructions to align with the distinct professional or academic requirements of learners. Another challenge is keeping up with the rapidly evolving terminology and practices in various industries. For example, new technologies and global trends frequently change the language used in technical or professional contexts, requiring teachers to update their materials and knowledge continuously. The issue of designing materials for English for Specific Purposes in the field of Food Technology is still relatively unexplored. Often, there is a lack of quality ESP resources, making it necessary for teachers to create customised materials, which is an effort that demands time, expertise, and institutional support. Moreover, ESP learners often have high expectations. They may need to achieve functional fluency in a short time, which puts pressure on teachers to deliver highly focused and results-driven lessons. Assessing progress can also be tricky, as standardised tests often do not align well with specialised language goals.