This English for Specific Purposes textbook is designed to support students majoring in Sociology and Psychology in acquiring terms specific to the fields for which they are preparing and likely to work in the near future, and beyond. It can also be a guide intended for those who want to navigate more easily through the complexity of academic and professional language in these fields, providing both clear and concise definitions of essential terms, as well as pertinent contexts for better understanding and retention of specialized vocabulary in the language english.
The textbook comprises 15 units, each of which incorporates ESP terms (English for Specific Purposes), texts where these terms are found, and exercises to facilitate their learning and retention. In addition, the synonyms and trivia sub-chapters come with additional information to expand the vocabulary of English words and phrases. It is also worth mentioning that the exercises presented in the "Vocabulary Practice" sections in the form of matching ESP terms with their definitions, synonyms and antonyms, were created with the help of artificial intelligence (Microsoft Copilot, 2024), an extremely useful tool and fast to eliminate repetitive and time-consuming operations. Also, to complete the series of language skills, i.e. Reading, Comprehension, Writing, Speaking, but also to use specialized notions in oral communication, at the end of each unit a discussion topic of your choice is proposed.
In a world where knowledge and deep understanding of human behavior and social structures are essential, mastering the correct terminology and using specialist English vocabulary are crucial steps in every student's academic and professional training. Whether you are at the beginning of your studies or nearing completion, this textbook will be your reliable partner in deepening your knowledge and developing your academic communication skills in English.
Explore, ask and learn to become competent and knowledgeable professionals in the fields in which you will excel in the not-too-distant future.
Anamaria Pavel
Bucharest, 2024