Academic English - Academic English

Second, The updated edition of Academic English should be at hand for every scholar, Scientist, student, expert or researcher, who wants to communicate properly in English in the world of higher education and science. It provides an attractive introduction to the specifics of academic language and introduces the principles of basic linguistic and soft skills, on the successful mastery of which academic and professional success in a given field depends to a large extent. The peculiarities of academic English are presented in the book in a readable way that captures the language in its entirety – from vocabulary and grammar through reading and listening to speaking and writing. Each chapter first introduces in Czech the features of individual skills in academic and scientific environments and points out their differences in relation to the Czech language. This is followed by a series of inspiring activities and stimulating exercises in English at level B2 of the Common Framework of Reference for Languages.

In the new edition, the authors have adapted the theoretical passages to be closer to the current generation of academics and more responsive to their practical needs. Internet links have also been updated, useful not only for further development of language skills. The new edition also provides updated realia and suggestions for working with the dictionary as well as new insights into note-taking.

The Czech-English publication is intended for all active members of the academic community, students, teachers and researchers, to guide them through the pitfalls of the English language in an academic environment and to offer them guidance on how to deal effectively with linguistic and culturally specific situations.