ESL Resource Book for Engineers and Scientists [Hardcover]

Elaine Campbell (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 20, 1995 | ISBN-10: 0471121711 | ISBN-13: 978-0471121718 | Edition: 1

Combines the fundamentals of technical writing and verbal communication with essential English as a second language (ESL) skills. Contains a range of actual examples and case studies to enable non-native English speaking professionals to write clear and effective documentation.

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Quickly master the rules and conventions of effective technical communications for the North American workplace

This unique resource book was specially designed for engineers, scientists, and other technical professionals for whom English is an adopted language. Its step-by-step guidelines, clear explanations, and carefully paced practice exercises will help you communicate more effectively in the North American technical workplace. Numerous real-life examples make it easy for you to master the elements of English grammar, tone, and style, as well as the special formal requirements for writing clear and effective technical documentation.

While its primary function is to help you to develop effective technical writing skills, this resource book also helps you improve your speech and your listening skills. With the help of Dr. Campbell's step-by-step instructions, you will quickly gain the confidence you need to communicate your ideas at staff meetings, roundtable discussions, briefings, and other formal and informal settings.

Important topics covered in ESL Resource Book for Engineers and Scientists include:

• General English language writing practices—a practical guide to the correct use of grammar, style, and tone
• Special requirements for procedures, specifications, technical documentation, activity reports, and other forms of technical communication—includes real-life examples from commercial, government, and nonprofit settings
• How to listen and speak more effectively in the North American technical workplace
• How to understand idiomatic language and use it appropriately, whether writing or speaking

The ability to communicate technical information effectively is an essential component of job performance and career advancement. Don't let the fact that English is not your native language hold you back. Quickly master the rules and conventions of North American technical communication with ESL Resource Book for Engineers and Scientists. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

ELAINE CAMPBELL, PhD, was in charge of training and education for employees at the 63 domestic and overseas sites of a federally funded research and development center. She is now a partner in Campbell Consulting. She teaches technical communications at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where she has been a member of the faculty for the past 10 years. She has a doctorate in English literature and a master's in education with a specialization in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 336 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 1 edition (October 20, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471121711
• ISBN-13: 978-0471121718
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 6.7 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #343,125 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Very helpful and user-friendly, July 19, 2001

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This review is from: ESL Resource Book for Engineers and Scientists (Hardcover)

Elaine Campbell's ESL Resource book has been a permanent fixture on my desk for the past year as I've worked as an editor from a group of Electrical Engineers who use English as a second language. The tip lists and grammar guidelines she gives are clear and very practical for everyday writing. I'm also very grateful for her light and non-condescending tone. Additionaly, I've found that I've been able to explain the "why's" of the English language much better after reading her book. I would highly suggest it to any ESL Engineers/Scientists or people who work closely with ESL Engineers/Scientists.