John McEwan

Published 2006. Intermediate to Upper Intermediate.Oxford English for Information Technology (New Edition) is a course for students of information technology and computing, or for people already working in the IT sector. It is suitable for use in universities, technical schools and on adult education programmes, with students at intermediate to advanced level who want to improve and extend their language skills in the context of IT.

Basic English for Computing is suitable for students at elementary to pre-intermediate level who need to upgrade their knowledge of English in a professional context. It is intended for use in universities, colleges and technical schools or on in-house training programmes. 28 topic based units cover key areas such as computer uses and applications, networks, the internet, multimedia, programming, and future trends. Five 'interview' units focus on different types of work, from computing student to systems manager. Key language and vocabulary is presented via a range of authentic contexts and the four skills are developed in areas of practical use in professional situations.

Basic English for Computing is suitable for students at elementary to pre-intermediate level who need to upgrade their knowledge of English in a professional context. It is intended for use in universities, colleges and technical schools or on in-house training programmes. 28 topic based units cover key areas such as computer uses and applications, networks, the internet, multimedia, programming, and future trends. Five 'interview' units focus on different types of work, from computing student to systems manager. Key language and vocabulary is presented via a range of authentic contexts and the four skills are developed in areas of practical use in professional situations.

This topic-based course is intended for both vocational students and computing professionals with a lower level of English, and aims to develop students' competence in all four language skills. The 28 units cover key computing functions and associated topics. Authentic reading and listening tasks are complemented by practical output activities which reflect what learners will actually need to do in English.

Revised edition with new, updated material to keep users up to speed in this fast-moving industry. Who is it for? For learners specializing in computing and information technology at universities and technical institutes, or for professionals working in a range of IT sectors. Key features Revises and practises grammar and functions appropriate to the needs of IT specialists. Consolidates and develops all four main skills. Authentic, topical texts and visual material. Longer, specialized reading texts which are intentionally challenging. Detailed glossary of current computing terms and abbreviations. Teacher's Guide provides detailed background information for non-specialist teachers.

Practice in all four skills for electronics students.