Economics Professional English Course

Author: Zhai Xiangjun
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Publish Date: 2002-03-01
Features: This book is the third volume in the "College English Series for Majors" and focuses on economics. Designed according to the new teaching syllabus, it is suitable for college students in their third year of study. It serves as an ideal textbook combining English language skills with professional knowledge.
This book balances the learning and application of the English language with the study of economics. While students develop their English proficiency, they also gain knowledge in economics.
Requirements for Students: Achieve or exceed the College English Test Band 4 (CET-4) level; no prior knowledge of economics is required.
Requirements for Teachers: English teachers with a certain background in economics, or economics majors with high English proficiency.
The main texts in the third volume cover fundamental knowledge and basic concepts in economics. The unit topics include: Consumer Behavior; Gross Domestic Product (GDP); Human Resource Management; Economic Growth; Economic Stability; Investment; International Finance; Insurance; Economic Globalization; and the New Economy. Most of the content reflects the economic and social conditions of the United States.
In terms of content, the third volume expands further on the foundation laid in the second volume, broadening its scope and increasing its specialization. It not only includes macroeconomics and microeconomics but also covers fields such as finance, investment, and insurance. Additionally, it incorporates current hot topics in global economic development, such as economic globalization.
Compared to the first and second volumes, the language difficulty of the third volume has increased, creating a gradual progression in language learning that aligns with teaching principles. The main texts in the third volume do not have significant jumps in difficulty, maintaining consistency throughout.
Each unit in the third volume includes additional economic terminology and precise Chinese translations. The vocabulary level is based on the "General Vocabulary List for College English Teaching" published by the Ministry of Education, targeting vocabulary above the CET-4 level.
The annotations for the main texts cover two aspects: English language points and economic terminology.
The design and arrangement of each unit’s exercises aim to cultivate students’ English application skills while reinforcing their grasp of professional terminology and fundamental economic concepts. While teachers are expected to ensure students master basic economic knowledge, they should also emphasize oral and written communication skills, providing as many language practice opportunities as possible in class. It is recommended that teachers guide students in role-playing, writing exercises, and combining oral and written practice with individual presentations and group discussions.
Each unit in the third volume now includes two supplementary texts, both related to the main texts and of similar difficulty. This is intended to increase students’ reading volume and broaden their knowledge in economics. These texts are primarily for self-study but can also be used by teachers as needed.
Depending on students’ professional backgrounds and English proficiency, teachers can flexibly adjust the content of the texts and exercises.