Functional English
Functional English is usage of the English language required to perform a specific function. This is typically taught as a foundation subject as a good command of English is often required for academic study and career progression.[1] In some cases, a particular form of technical English may be required for a particular vocation such as Aviation English. Such specialised usage is known and taught as English for Specific Purposes (ESP).English for specific purposes (ESP) is a subset of English as a second or foreign language. It usually refers to teaching the English language to university students or people already in employment, with reference to the particular vocabulary and skills they need. As with any language taught for specific purposes, a given course of ESP will focus on one occupation or profession, such as Technical English, Scientific English, English for medical professionals, English for waiters, English for tourism, etc.[1] Despite the seemingly limited focus, a course of ESP can have a wide-ranging impact, as is the case with Environmental English.[2]
English for academic purposes, taught to students before or during their degrees, is one sort of ESP, as is Business English. Aviation English is taught to pilots, air traffic controllers and civil aviation cadets to enable clear radio communications.[3]. [2]
See also
References
- ^ Nalini Ravindran (2004), Functional English For Class 11 - The Orient Longman Practice Book, p. 9, ISBN 978-81-250-2782-9
- ^ Abnish Singh Chauhan (2012), Functional English, Bhavdiya Prakashan, p. 13, ISBN 978-93-80969-64-0