THE ROLE OF ENGLISH FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSES (ESP) IN TECHNICAL COLLEGE EDUCATION
Keywords:
English for Specific Purposes, ESP, technical colleges, professional communication, English language teaching, vocational education.Abstract
In the context of globalization and rapid technological development, English has
become an essential tool for professional communication in technical fields. Technical
college students are increasingly required to use English in their future workplaces,
particularly when dealing with technical documentation, international standards, and
professional communication. This article examines the role of English for Specific
Purposes (ESP) in technical college education.
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