Teaching English for Tourism: A Case Study in Kosovo
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.17507/jltr.1505.02Keywords:
English for specific purpose, English, Albanian, language teaching, tourismAbstract
This paper analyzes the necessity of teaching English for tourism in Kosovo. This study falls within the realm of applied linguistics, specifically in the field of English for Specific Purposes (ESP). Tourism undoubtedly stands as a vital pillar for a country's economy. The aim of this paper is to underscore the significance of teaching the English language to students specializing in Tourism, Hospitality, and Environment. English is widely recognized among scholars focusing on tourism as a facilitative tool that enhances the quality of services provided to foreign tourists. Individuals working in national, municipal tourism offices, or private business facilities involved in tourism activities are obligated, as per their job descriptions, to communicate effectively with guests—foreign tourists who come from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Hence, mastery of the English language and proficient communication in English are essential factors in the field of tourism and hospitality. This paper aims to address the challenges of mastering English language skills and the importance of teaching English in the context of tourism and hospitality in Kosovo. The paper includes a research study conducted among students of the Department of Management in Tourism, Hospitality, and Environment (MTHE), emphasizing the relevance of the English language in this domain. The research methodology utilized in this study is both quantitative and qualitative, involving data collection through a questionnaire. The questionnaire results underscore the necessity of teaching English for tourism and the pivotal role of the English language in the entire industry.
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