Part Topic Main application
1 The Writing Process Classroom use
from analysing titles to proofreading
2 Elements of Writing Classroom use and self-study
from argument to presenting visual
information
3 Vocabulary for Writing Classroom use, self-study and reference
from abbreviations to synonyms
4 Writing Models Classroom use, self-study and reference
from case studies to surveys
AnswersStudents are guided through the stages of the writing process in Part 1 and then the related
writing skills are explained and practised in Part 2. Part 3 is designed to assist students with
aspects of academic vocabulary, understandably a prime concern for many non-native users
of English. Part 4 provides models of some common writing formats such as case studies.
Cross-references are included to help students find relevant material, in this format:
See Unit 2.13 Style
Teachers may wish to work through the writing process in Part 1 while referring to units in
Part 2 as the group progresses. (Part 2 is not intended to be taught from start to finish: note
the alphabetical organisation of Parts 2, 3 and 4). Revision exercises are provided at the end
of Parts 1, 2 and 4.
The material in this course has been extensively tested in the classroom, but improvements
can always be achieved in future editions. Therefore, I would be very glad to receive any
comments or suggestions about the book from teachers of Business, Economics or English
for Academic Purposes.
Stephen Bailey
Email: [email protected]Reference
Bacha, N. and Bahous, R. (2008) ‘Contrasting views of business students’ writing needs in
an EFL environment’. English for Specific Purposes27, 1, 74–93.
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