ERIC Number: EJ232353
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1979
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The Whys and Wherefores of an ESP Textbook on Business English.
Hacikyan, A. J.; Gill, Marilyn
SPEAQ Journal, v3 n3-4 p73-80 1979
Discusses the guidelines adopted in writing a 1980 English language textbook designed for business professionals and following the functional principles. Emphasizes the communicative skills approach implemented through situations and activities relevant to the business world, and describes the receptive and productive skills exercises provided in each unit. (MES)
Descriptors: Business English, Communication Skills, Communicative Competence (Languages), Curriculum Development, English (Second Language), English for Special Purposes, Instructional Materials, International Trade Vocabulary, Language Skills, Material Development, Postsecondary Education, Student Characteristics, Student Needs, Textbook Preparation, Textbooks, Vocabulary Development, Vocabulary Skills
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Non-Classroom
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Audience: Practitioners
Language: English
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