Teaching English for Nursing Students within the Scope of English for Specific Purposes
Abstract
This article reviews research on English for Nursing within the field of English for Specific Purposes (ESP) thematically. With the increasing demand for English in nursing education and professional communication, numerous studies have been conducted on nursing students' language requirements, teaching strategies, and challenges in ESP classrooms. However, existing studies tend to focus on specific aspects of Nursing English rather than providing an integrated thematic overview of the field. This review summarizes previous research, focusing on three key themes: common language needs of nursing students, teaching strategies in English in Nursing courses, and challenges encountered in ESP contexts. The findings highlight persistent issues such as varying proficiency levels, a lack of ESP-specific materials, and limited teaching time, while also emphasizing the need for professional vocabulary and communication skills. This study aims to provide an overview of current practices in English in Nursing, as well as offer pedagogical implications for course design and instruction.
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Details
Primary Language
English
Subjects
English As A Second Language, Language Studies (Other)
Journal Section
Review Article
Authors
Begüm Çakıcı
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0009-0000-8529-261X
Türkiye
Early Pub Date
June 5, 2026
Publication Date
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Submission Date
April 26, 2026
Acceptance Date
May 30, 2026
Published in Issue
Year 2026 Number: Advanced Online Publication