English for Information Technology - Tiếng anh chuyên ngành công nghệ thông tin

Abstract

In the era of globalization, it is crucial that students should be equipped with not only the specialized knowledge but also the language communication skills prior to their starting out on professional career. For that reason, “English for Information Technology” is designed as an English for Specific Purposes (ESP) course for information technology (IT) majors at the University of Transport Technology (UTT). With the attempt to develop students’ English communication skills in the context of information technology, the course introduces UTT’s undergraduate students to fundamental IT knowledge together with a wide variety of language focuses related to various topics in this area. Hopefully, the course will create opportunities for the enhancement of students’ language skills (reading comprehension, listening comprehension, speaking, writing, etc. ) in general, and those in IT field in particular. The book “English for Information Technology” is tailored to build students’ terminology range in the IT field as well as their abilities to absorb IT texts, audios, videos, write reports, deliver presentations, translate ESP materials, etc. It comprises nine (9) topic-based units addressing significant concepts and aspects of IT industry with clear, concise structured tasks. The book is featured by - extensive vocabulary range that effectively supports students in comprehending IT materials; - diverse reading texts adapted from profound reliable sources; - interactive video, listening activities that bring about interesting IT knowledge - simulated speaking situations and ample opportunities to deliver presentations - practical writing task that must be useful for students during their IT studies and future careers Notwithstanding compilers’ considerable effort, unintended shortcomings are unavoidable. Therefore, all reader’s comments and contributions are welcome to improve this book and make it an useful reference for IT students, teachers and practitioners.