INTEGRATING CONSTRUCTIVISM AND ENGLISH FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSES FOR DEVELOPING ENGLISH TEXTBOOK BASED ON FOLKLORE
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Constructivism, English for Specific Purposes, Folklore, Literature Review, TextbookAbstract
This study explores the integration of Constructivism and English for Specific Purposes (ESP) as theoretical foundations for developing English language textbooks based on folklore. Employing a qualitative research design through a literature review, the study analyzes relevant theories, empirical findings, and pedagogical frameworks related to Constructivist learning, ESP principles, and the use of cultural materials in language education. The data were obtained from scholarly journal articles, books, and prior studies published within the last decade. The analysis focused on identifying conceptual intersections between Constructivism and ESP that support learner-centered, context-based, and culturally responsive material development. The findings reveal that Constructivist pedagogy encourages active knowledge construction through authentic and meaningful learning experiences, while ESP emphasizes the functional use of language tailored to learners’ specific needs and contexts. Integrating these two paradigms in textbook development allows the creation of instructional materials that are contextual, communicative, and culturally rooted through the inclusion of local folklore as thematic content. The study concludes that folklore-based English textbooks grounded in Constructivist and ESP principles can effectively promote linguistic competence, cultural appreciation, and learner autonomy. This research provides a conceptual framework for future empirical studies on culturally responsive English material development.
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