... Figure 3: ESP classification by experience (Taken from Robinson, 1991 :3- 4). 2.1 .3. 1. Topic-Based Syllabus With content-based instruction, ... 60 periods (45 minutes each) ESP reading course is to consist of a reading Part, a Language-in-use Part and a Practice Part. The syllabus is also aimed at Translation skill. Being a member of ... (Carter, 19 83: 134 ). In order for self-direction to occur, the learners must have a certain degree of freedom to decide when, what, and how they will study. Additionally, Carter (19 83) states that...