Task-Based Needs Analysis for a General English Course Development at a Specific Junior College

This study explores the task-based needs analysis for developing general English courses at Korean vocational colleges. It aims to identify specific English skills required in professional settings, contrasting with general-purpose English education. The research addresses key questions, including preferred learning styles and specific English tasks necessary for students&quot future careers. Surveys conducted with students and instructors revealed a strong preference for practical, job-related English skills over traditional exam-focused learning. The findings highlight the inadequacy of current curricula in meeting these practical needs, emphasizing the necessity of English for Specific Purposes (ESP) education. This study provides essential insights for curriculum developers to incorporate learner needs, digital literacy, and specific occupational language skills in vocational English education, ultimately enhancing students&quot employability and workplace readiness.