ANALYSIS NEEDED FOR PREPARATION OF TEACHING MATERIALS IN ENGLISH FOR MEDICAL PERSONNEL IN BATAM CITY

Abstract

This study aimed to find out the needs, functions, and problems faced by medical personnel in Batam city in using English for the medical field. Research is useful for developing language training and courses for special needs through analysis used to map the concrete needs of users. This research uses quantitative methods where the use of quantitative methods and data. Instruments and techniques of data collection is the way how the author uses strategies and instruments to collect data, in this case the authors collected data with questionnaires and asked respondents to fill it out and use the data processor. Based on the research results, it was found that the most needed English language skill was speaking. Therefore, the teaching materials that will be compiled are those that support speaking skills. As a learning direction, the teaching materials that are prepared also need to include elements of the function of English which are considered important for medical personnel in Batam City, namely to provide information. Finally, in compiling English teaching materials for medical personnel, it is necessary to include English grammar skills in order to support the confidence of medical personnel in Batam City.