English for Information Technology
English 4 IT means "English for Information Technology". It is an online training program with reading, writing, and listening activities. It is intended for international students who want to improve their English while they learn important IT concepts.
English 4 IT can be used to train English competency for engineers, IT support staff, software developers, IT sales, and most other IT careers. The focus is on real IT English as it is spoken in an international IT environment.
Who should use English 4 IT?
The course is for anyone who wants to improve their English and/or learn about Information Technology concepts. The course material is suitable for intermediate and advanced English speakers. Currently the program has 4,917 registered users from all over the world.
At what level does the program teach?
The course material is suitable for intermediate to advanced English speakers. This would be equivalent to levels B1, B2, C1, and C2 on The Council of Europe Language Level Scale.
How does it teach?
Everything is completed online within a web browser. The course can be used for self-study, or as part of a blended learning program.
The course is taught using topical readings, listening exercises, comprehension questions, spelling exercises, writing exercises, and a talking IT dictionary.
What is typical subject matter of English 4 IT?
Typical course subject matter includes a welcome unit plus:
English For Software
Programming Basic Concepts
IT Careers
Top 12 Careers in Information Technology
Famous People in IT History
Famous IT Organizations
How much material is included?
Over 500 basic IT vocabulary terms, 20 IT readings, and 1500 IT practice questions are included in the course. Vocabulary terms feature pronunciation by a native speaker, picture, definition, and example sentence.
What are the features of English 4 IT?
Main features in all versions:
• Interactive Talking IT Dictionary - learn, memorize and correctly
pronounce critical vocabulary
• Reading Comprehension - topical reading workshop
• Practice Exercises - three types of trackable exercises
• Customization - configurable options including ow bandwidth option, audio
feedback option, etc
• Forum - interact with other IT teachers, students, and
professionals
