Where can readers find further resources and reading materials related to the topics in this book?
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At the end of each chapter with a selection of key texts, websites, and further resources.
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Where can readers find further resources and reading materials related to the topics in this book?
At the end of each chapter with a selection of key texts, websites, and further resources.
What is a corpus in the context of EAP research?
A collection of texts (usually on computer) designed for a specific purpose and compiled according to predetermined criteria.
What are the linguistic forms that characterize academic communication in EAP?
Vocabulary and subject-specific terminology, as well as grammatical features.
What kind of course is Beatrice teaching for medical students?
A course for medical students.
What is the aim of English for Academic Purposes (EAP)?
To help English learners develop the skills they need to study through the medium of English.
What approach does Beatrice take to work on material relevant to the students' course?
She reads recommended books and asks students to suggest texts they find difficult.
What did Ädel and Swales conclude about the natural history guides they analyzed?
They concluded that the texts analyzed are not typical academic texts.
Why is it necessary for EAP teachers to supplement or adapt available materials?
Due to the specialized nature of much of EAP.
What are some characteristics of academic language?
Contains long and unfamiliar words, often abstract, with footnotes and references.
How did John Swales' teaching experience contribute to the development of EAP?
His time spent teaching English to groups with practical needs led him to develop approaches which became the cornerstones of EAP.
What are the tasks in each chapter intended to help the reader do?
Consolidate and apply what they have learned.
What should the reader do if they find it impossible to do one of the tasks?
Simply turn to the others.
How is the book designed for readers?
For readers from many different backgrounds.
What is BALEAP and why is it important for EAP practitioners?
BALEAP is an important membership organization for EAP practitioners, providing information about conferences, events, and resources.
What does Section I provide for teachers?
Perspective on how their teaching situation fits into the big picture.
What is the debate around ESAP teaching?
Whether all teaching has to be ESAP teaching or if it is a matter of convenience and cost-effectiveness to have multidisciplinary student groups.
What does Beatrice emphasize about reading in the course for first year undergraduates?
Reading is not just about learning lists of terminology; knowledge of discourse structure and skills training are important.
How does academic communication differ from something intended for a general readership?
It is more specific and tailored to academic contexts.
What is the relationship between academic discourse and the creation of knowledge in academic communities?
There is a close and direct relationship.
What is the ultimate purpose of EAP?
To gain direct insight into the ways scholars across the university work and the kinds of knowledge they value.
How does the use of large corpora and text analysis software benefit EAP research?
Enables generalizations to be made about the linguistic features of EAP which are founded on reliable empirical data.
How can EAP practitioners benefit from collaboration with subject specialists?
By becoming familiar with typical disciplinary texts and processes, and collecting information about specific requirements that affect the teaching of EAP.
According to the text, what should drive research in EAP?
The needs of learners.
What are the three main strands of EAP practice?
Materials development, teaching, and research.
What term is used for EAP practitioners?
Teachers.
What approach did Hyland (2000) take in his research in EAP?
Hyland (2000) compared the linguistic features that construct an expert identity in a corpus of textbooks selected from eight different disciplines.
What is the purpose of English for Academic Purposes (EAP)?
To support students, teachers, and researchers who use English for academic work, even though it is not their first language.
Why is understanding the process of planning and preparing EAP provision indispensable for teachers?
It enables them to understand the choices made when the courses were designed.
What are the key types of academic texts taught in Section III?
The ways in which courses are assessed.
What are the 'Reflections' in each chapter designed for?
To help consolidate what the reader has learned.
How are people teaching other academic subjects referred to?
Lecturers.
What distinguishes academic language from general English?
The use of specialized vocabulary and language features specific to academic contexts.
What is the focus of EAP activity on genres?
Analyzing the rhetorical structure of key academic genres and identifying the rhetorical moves and steps of a genre.
What is the field of ESP?
English for Specific Purposes (ESP) is a field that focuses on teaching English for specialized purposes such as nursing, aviation, and chemical engineering.
What are the different contexts in which EAP is taught around the world?
Extremely varied contexts.
What are the components of the book?
Twelve chapters, each focusing on a different area of EAP.
What does the introduction of the book provide?
A brief orientation to the book to help find the best ways to use it for professional development.
What did Ädel (2014) study in her research in EAP?
Ädel (2014) conducted a study which combined local linguistic features with generic structure, looking at anticipatory 'it' constructions in a corpus of learner writing.
In what settings is EAP frequently taught?
University, private language schools, secondary school level, and other settings.
What is the distinction between academic and general vocabulary?
It is about tendencies and relative frequency of word usage, not absolute differences.
Why did the field of ESP emerge?
It emerged because traditional methods of teaching English were not meeting the demands of English learners who had specific vocational and professional needs.
What are the three major activities under the heading of ESP?
Materials development, teaching, and research.
What are some examples of specific areas within ESP?
Examples include English for nursing, English for aviation, and English for chemical engineering.
What makes EAP possibly the most fascinating area of English language teaching?
The close relationship between academic discourse and the ways knowledge is created in academic communities.
How did Fan adapt his teaching approach?
Fan's adaptation to focus on what is most relevant to the students' needs and being selective about textbook content.
What does the book 'English for academic purposes: An advanced resource book' provide?
It provides an excellent set of readings and commentaries which give more detail on many EAP topics.
What expertise do learners often have to contribute in the field of EAP?
Disciplinary knowledge.
What is the result of collaboration between EAP and subject specialists?
Extremely effective course delivery.
What is the role of materials development in EAP?
It plays a more central role in EAP and ESP generally than in general English teaching.
What is the scope of EAP practitioners' role regarding institutional requirements?
Should they help students fit in with institutional requirements or change the institutions?
What was challenging for Fan in his EAP teaching role?
Fan's initial challenge in understanding the students' motivation and interest in English literature.
Where can one find information about English for Specific Purposes with an EAP focus?
The journal 'English for Specific Purposes' and its special interest group's web page provide resources and content with an EAP focus.
What skills are needed to write a good academic essay in English?
Accurate grammatical and word choices, appropriate use of language, and the ability to predict reader needs.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of the use of English within the teaching context?
The advantages include smooth and swift dissemination of academic knowledge, while the disadvantages include marginalization of scholars and decline in the use of other languages for academic purposes.
How do the roles of the EAP teacher differ from those of the general English teacher?
They differ substantially.
How does EAP relate to ESP?
EAP can be regarded as one specific strand within ESP, focusing on the English needed for academic purposes.
How has research in EAP taken disciplinary differences into account?
Research in EAP has taken disciplinary difference into account by conducting comparative studies and focusing on single disciplines in a case-study approach.
Do you expect to teach EGAP or ESAP in your context?
Do you expect to teach English for General Academic Purposes or English for Specific Academic Purposes in your context?
Which type of English would you prefer to teach?
Which type of English would you prefer to teach, EGAP or ESAP?
What is English as a lingua franca?
English used as a means of communication between speakers who do not share a first language.
What are the four areas that provide insights into EAP?
The relationship of EAP to other areas of English language teaching, the activities of the EAP practitioner, the nature of academic English, and the issues and concepts EAP practitioners engage with.
What is the difference between EGAP and ESAP?
EGAP refers to English for General Academic Purposes, while ESAP refers to English for Specific Academic Purposes, which is tailored to a particular discipline or group of disciplines.
How is the term 'academic programme' defined?
A course of study leading to a degree or other qualification.
What is the scope of EAP discussed in Chapters 4 and 7 of the book?
The scope of EAP is detailed in Chapters 4 and 7 of the book, while Chapters 9–11 review key academic genres.
What type of research would be necessary to develop appropriate materials for a pre-study listening class for intermediate-level social science undergraduates?
Research on linguistic form, genre, and discipline would be necessary to develop appropriate materials for the students.
What challenges did Felipe face in his EAP teaching role?
Felipe's challenge in including supplementary material due to parental complaints.
How are the tasks designed in this book to allow varying levels of engagement?
They can be carried out as in-class activities or as homework, and they range from short exercises to extensive writing or speaking assignments.
What kind of support does Beatrice receive from the humanities departments?
Good level of support, as the course is assessed as part of the students' degree.
How does the use of English affect EAP students?
It can affect them positively by facilitating smooth and swift dissemination of academic knowledge, or negatively by marginalizing scholars and causing a decline in the use of other languages for academic purposes.
What does the term 'course' refer to in academic institutions?
A specific class or module.
Why is EAP driven by the needs of the learners?
To cater to the varied needs of different groups of EAP students.
How does research in EAP inform teaching practice and materials development?
The research results are intended to inform both teaching practice and materials development.
How is academic discipline dealt with in the book?
Academic discipline is dealt with most directly in Chapter 7, but it is a thread which runs through many of the other chapters as well.
What is the reputation of the EAP unit where Ahmad works?
The unit has a good reputation at one of the top universities in his country.
What is the criticism of EAP for taking a stance of neutral pragmatism?
It implies that students should fit in with the status quo and that it is the job of EAP instructors to help them do this.
What is the larger area of applied linguistics that EAP is part of?
English for Specific Purposes (ESP).
Is 'academic English' fully distinct from 'general English'?
No, there is a continuum between them.
What is academic English like?
It is a daunting prospect, but discovering other disciplines, finding out how they use language and applying this knowledge to support students is one of the most interesting and rewarding aspects of work in EAP.
What are some examples of academic communication forms?
Lectures, textbooks, writing assignments.
Where can the article by Ädel and Swales be found?
What insight can be gained by learning about academic English?
Insight into the ways scholars across the university work, the kinds of knowledge they value, and the ultimate purpose of their disciplines.
What type of research would be necessary to develop appropriate materials for an advanced speaking class for a multidisciplinary group of graduate students?
Research on linguistic form, genre, and discipline would be necessary to develop appropriate materials for the students.
What type of research would be necessary to develop appropriate materials for an upper-intermediate/advanced-level writing class for final year undergraduates in business studies?
Research on linguistic form, genre, and discipline would be necessary to develop appropriate materials for the students.
What complex relationships does the EAP practitioner have to negotiate?
Relationships between students, subject specialists, and the EAP practitioner.
Which type of English do you think is more valuable for your students?
Which type of English do you think is more valuable for your students, EGAP or ESAP?
Describe Fan's experience as an EAP practitioner.
Fan's experience teaching EAP in a university with an emphasis on science and technology.
Give an example of something that could be improved in an EAP context.
Provide an example of something that could be improved in your context.
Describe Felipe's experience as an EAP practitioner.
Felipe's experience teaching an evening class in a language school, focused on preparing students for entry examinations.
Describe Ahmad's experience as a new EAP practitioner.
Ahmad's experience as a new member of a large EAP unit at a top university in his country.
What are the different ways in which reports can be presented?
Oral presentations, written reports, group assignments, discussion forum postings.
