English for Academic/Specific Purposes
English for academic purposes (EAP) has emerged out of the broader field of English for specific purposes (ESP), defined by its focus on teaching English specifically to facilitate learners’ study or research through the medium of English. EAP is separated from ESP by the concentration on academic structure, however among the applied linguistics and English language instruction fields more generally the perspective on EAP as a sub-discipline inside ESP. EAP - English for Academic Purposes - alludes to the language and related practices that individuals need so as to embrace study or work in English medium advanced education. EAP is frequently viewed as a part of ESP (English for Specific Purposes).INTEREST(S)
Needs AnalysisGenre AnalysisLanguage AssessmentAcademic EnglishLanguage Policy and Curriculum Design
VISION
To contribute to the enhancement of language proficiency and academic success by producing research that informs the development of tailored English language teaching materials, curriculum, and policies, aligning with the specific needs of learners in academic and specialized contexts.
MISSION
To investigate and advance the effective teaching and learning strategies in English for Academic and Specific Purposes, focusing on needs analysis, genre analysis, academic English, and language policy and curriculum design.
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Bibliometric ananlysis of online learning research for developing English reading skills
This paper aims to find out some possible issues for future research in bibliometric analysis of online learning.
A Comparative Analysis Between Recorded Audio Feedback And Written Feedback in a Multi-draft Essay Writing Class: A Mixed Method Approach
Recent years have seen a considerable surge in the use and popularity of technology- enhanced feedback due to the rising usage of technology in education and specially, the widespread use of online mo...
Effectiveness of English Reading Course in Blended Classroom
Effectiveness of English Reading Course in Blended Classroom
The Role of Gender in Language Learning Anxiety: A Bangladeshi Perspective
Understanding gender differences in language learning anxiety is crucial in Bangladesh, where cultural norms may influence educational participation and outcomes for both genders, ultimately impacting...
Learning style preferences of the Bangladeshi Gen-Z EFL learners
The study investigates the learning style preferences of Bangladeshi tertiary level EFL learners born between 1997-2012 using an explanatory mixed methods approach.
Robotic Approach for Foreign Language in Today's Classroom: Virtual Pedagogical Agents in English Education
It is felt by ELL educators a need to provide students with awareness of the challenges and opportunities presented by the integration of technology into the English Language Classroom (ELL). However, this awareness is often accompanied by fear and doubt about exactly what existing and future teachers should be teaching about technology. Teacher educators sometimes only have a basic understanding of Computer-mediated Communication (CMC), Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL), or Robot-Assisted Language Learning (RALL).