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

MODERATOR

DR. PRODHAN MAHBUB IBNA SERAJ

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.

MEMBER(S)

MD. HAMIDUL HAQUE
MD. HAMIDUL HAQUE
DR. MD. ASIF KAMAL
DR. MD. ASIF KAMAL
RISALA AHMED
RISALA AHMED
TASNEEM SHEREEN KHAN
TASNEEM SHEREEN KHAN
TASNIA TARANNUM
TASNIA TARANNUM
DR. PRODHAN MAHBUB IBNA SERAJ
DR. PRODHAN MAHBUB IBNA SERAJ
TANZIL TAMANNA
TANZIL TAMANNA
IFTEKHAR MAHMUD
IFTEKHAR MAHMUD
SHAHRINA AFRIN SIDDIQUE
SHAHRINA AFRIN SIDDIQUE
TOUHIDA EASMIN
TOUHIDA EASMIN
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