Introducing Course Design in English for Specific Purposes

Introducing Course Design in English for Specific Purposes is an accessible and practical introduction to the theory and practice of developing ESP courses across a range of disciplines. The book covers the development of courses from needs analysis to assessment and evaluation, and also comes with samples of authentic ESP courses provided by leading ESP practitioners from a range of subject and global contexts. Included in this book are:

• The basics of ESP course design
• The major current theoretical perspectives on ESP course design
• Tasks, reflections and glossary to help readers consolidate their understanding
• Resources for practical ESP course development
• Examples of authentic ESP courses in areas such as business, aviation and nursing

Introducing Course Design in English for Specific Purposes is essential reading for pre-service and in-service teachers, and students studying ESP and applied linguistics.

Lindy Woodrow is Honorary Senior Lecturer at the University of Sydney, Australia.