Self-assessment of success in learning ESP

ESP is a difficult subject. It is really not that simple to write a summary or a comprehension test on modules in psychology. I will now evaluate my process in learning ESP.

First of all, I should mention summary writing. I must admit that this is one of the most difficult tasks. Writing a summary not only checks if you manage to summarize the text that you have read, but also tests your grammar knowledge. It was quite hard at the start, but now I am getting used to it and it does not take that much time and effort to write it.

Secondly, the comprehension tests on modules in psychology is definitely the most difficult part of the whole ESP. I was never good at learning various definitions and that is why I did not do well on these tests. I understand the text quite well, but I just can not remember specific definitions.

Furthermore, making power point presentations was really fun. Looking up for information and pictures was interesting. I believe I did well on this assignment.

More over, I never had difficulty in speaking impromptu. I feel comfortable with my general English so it was not hard to speak in class at all. I believe I did it well enough.

Listening tasks were easy. I had a lot of practice in my school. We used to listen to various text almost every lesson so I have trained my ear to hear and understand even native English speakers. I also loved to watch English films and that gave me a good exercise too. Listening practices are my favourite ones.

Finally, writing contributions to e-portfolio (weblog) was really interesting. I have had a blog earlier so administering it was not difficult. It is a very good way to store your works as they never get lost. And it gives the opportunity to express yourself in a creative way. I believe I performed well on this assignment.

All in all, ESP is a thing that requires a lot of time and effort. I understand that I did not do everything that was in my power to learn as much as I could. But I feel that I have improved my English thanks to ESP lessons.