Academic Language Proficiency: English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
Journal Title: Journal for Research Scholars and Professionals of English Language Teaching - Year 2020, Vol 4, Issue 21
Abstract
This paper presents Academic Language Proficiency and how to use general and content-specific vocabulary, specialized or complex grammatical structures-all for the purpose of acquiring new knowledge and skills. English for Academic Purposes (EAP) has emerged out of the broader field of English for Specific Purposes (ESP). EAP teachers often attempt to choose the best way to assist students with Academic English. EAP educators show wholeheartedly their expertise in classroom instruction, their responsiveness to students' needs through educational programs arranging and materials improvement.
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Prof. V. Chandra Sekhar Rao
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