Introducing English for Specific Purposes deals with the core concepts and applications of English for Specific in a modern and well-founded approach. The study book defines English for Specific Purposes and shows how this approach is essential within English language education. The four pillars of ESP – needs analysis, language and learning objectives, materials and methods, and evaluation – are clearly elaborated.
The book includes, among other things:
- practical examples showing how the theory and practice of ESP can be applied in academic and career-oriented contexts;
- discussions of current and controversial topics within ESP;
- insights into organizing and integrating ESP courses into a coherent program;
- reflection questions, practical assignments, further research, and literature tips for each chapter.
This study book is suitable for students at universities of applied sciences and universities who specialize in English for Specific Purposes or English for Academic Purposes within programs such as TESOL, Applied Linguistics, and ELT. In addition, it provides valuable support for (pre-service and in-service) ESP teachers, as well as for policymakers and program managers within English language education.