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A Needs-Based Model for the Personalized Design of Academic English Teaching Materials in Engineering Education

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The advancement of engineering education within English-medium environments underscores the need for tailored English for Academic Purposes (EAP) resources that address the linguistic, communicative, and technical needs of engineering students. This study presents a need-based model for EAP material development, focusing on personalized approaches to enhance learning efficacy and engagement. By analyzing data from surveys, interviews, and classroom observations with both students and instructors, this research identifies specific language skills and knowledge areas necessary for engineering students. The model includes vocabulary selection, genre-specific writing practice, and multimodal learning tools aligned with EAP objectives. Findings demonstrate that need based, personalized EAP resources in engineering contexts can enhance students' academic and professional communication capabilities. Practical recommendations are provided for developing EAP materials suited to engineering disciplines.

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  • Chen Yu, 2025. "A Needs-Based Model for the Personalized Design of Academic English Teaching Materials in Engineering Education," English Language Teaching, Canadian Center of Science and Education, vol. 18(2), pages 1-42, February.
    • Handle: RePEc:ibn:eltjnl:v:18:y:2025:i:2:p:42
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