The book looks at study skills and other central concerns of EAP, such as needs analysis, syllabus and course design, methodology and materials, learning styles, tests and exams, and academic style and genre analysis. In addition to general EAP, the book also considers subject-specific language and the production of teaching materials. Throughout, it takes a user-friendly approach in which theoretical considerations are balanced with practical experience. Issues are discussed and illustrated, but readers are also encouraged to form their own opinions by means of stimulating introspect and discuss sections at the end of each chapter.
1.EAP and Study Skills: Definitions and Scope 2. Needs Analysis 3. Surveys:Students' Difficulties 4.EAP Syllabus and Course Design 5.Evaluation: Students and Courses 6. Learning Styles and Cultural Awareness 7. Methodology and Materials 8.Evaluating Materials 9.Academic Reading 10.Vocabulary Development 11.Academic Writing 12.Lectures and Note-Taking 13.Speaking for Academic Purposes 14.Reference/Research Skills 15.Examination Skills 16.Academic Discourse and Style 17.Subject-Specific Language 18.Materials Design and Production 19.Concerns and Research Appendices 1. Recommended Books and Journals 2.Educational Technology 3.Professional Associations and other Organisations 4.EAP Exams and Examining Bodies 5.ELT Publishers and Mail Order Firms (UK)
