Interdisciplinary Collaboration for Synergistic ESP Pedagogy at Chlef University in Algeria

This study examines a crucial component of language education; the collaboration between English for Specific Purposes (ESP) teachers and subject-matter instructors (SMIs). The primary objective is to explore how ESP teachers at Chlef University in Algeria perceive this collaborative effort, seeking insights to enhance language education and subject integration. To gain a deeper understanding of their collaborative dynamics with the SMIs and elicit their opinions, the methodology involved distributing an online questionnaire to thirteen ESP teachers from different faculties at Chlef University. The results underscored the critical necessity of aligning subject-specific content with the pedagogical framework of language instruction, exposing previously unnoticed gaps in cooperative efforts. Despite the limitations, such as the singular institutional focus and small sample size, the suggested improvements for ESP instruction and subject integration encompassed a variety of strategic tactics. These included implementing interdisciplinary workshops, fostering reliable communication, and engaging in joint lesson planning. The findings may contribute to a more harmonious convergence of subject knowledge and language proficiency, addressing challenges and propelling the educational landscape forward.