Description
Core Concepts in English for Specific Purposes is an essential resource for language educators and professionals seeking to understand ESP methodology. Helen Basturkmen examines the theoretical foundations and practical applications of teaching English to learners with specific professional or academic goals.
The book covers key topics including needs analysis, course design, materials development, and assessment strategies tailored to specialized contexts such as business, science, healthcare, and aviation. Basturkmen emphasizes the importance of understanding learner needs and discipline-specific communication patterns to create effective ESP programs.
Through clear explanations and real-world examples, this guide helps instructors develop contextually relevant curricula that bridge the gap between general English proficiency and specialized language competence. Published by Cambridge University Press, it remains a cornerstone text for ESP professionals and language program administrators.
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