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Preface
The
Professional English
in IT
textbook covers ten topic-based units, which
reveal a range of key issues from information systems, database management systems
to
networks and the Internet, online security, business on the Web and eco-friendly
technological solutions.
It provides readers with a solid
knowledge of computing
fundamentals, an understanding of the impact of our technology-oriented society, and
a framework for using this knowledge effectively in their lives.
Key vocabulary is
presented via a range of authentic contexts. Two additional parts (appendices)
provide learners with the glossary of the most IT shortenings,
e-mail abbreviations
and emoticons, and also enrich knowledge due to additional interesting texts on
pleasure reading.
Technology-integrated English for Specific Purposes (
ESP
)
content of this
course gives the students the opportunity to improve their English competence
successfully, namely, reading, writing and speaking skills,
which are crucial in
professional situations. It does this by meeting national and international academic
standards, professional requirements and students’ personal needs.
