Business English: Information Technology

Information Technology is a new educational resource for technology professionals who want to improve their English communication skills in a work environment. Incorporating career-specific vocabulary and contexts, each unit offers step-by-step instruction that immerses students in the four key language components: reading, listening, speaking and writing.

Career Paths English: Information Technology addresses topics including computer components, accessories, software, Internet security, web design and the future of the industry.

Part 1

Unit 1 – Information Technology

Unit 2 – Introduction to Computing Systems

Unit 3 – Inside the Computer

Unit 4 – Computing Devices

Unit 5 – Networking

Unit 6 – The User Interface

Unit 7 – Word Processing

Unit 8 – Email

Unit 9 – Web Browsing

Unit 10 – Images and Graphic Design

Unit 11 – Databases vs. Spreadsheets

Unit 12 – Web Design vs. Development

Unit 13 – Desktop Publishing

Unit 14 – Videoconferencing

Unit 15 – E-commerce

Part 2

Unit 1 – Computer Memory

Unit 2 – Programming Languages

Unit 3 – ISPs and Internet Access

Unit 4 – Storage Devices

Unit 5 – Peripherals

Unit 6 – MP3 Players

Unit 7 – Cell Phones

Unit 8 – Communications

Unit 9 – Entertainment and Social Networking

Unit 10 – GPS Systems

Unit 11 – Banking

Unit 12 – Education and Research

Unit 13 – Robotics

Unit 14 – Electronic Publishing

Unit 15 – Artificial Intelligence

Part 3

Unit 1 – Macs® and PCs

Unit 2 – Linux®

Unit 3 – Connecting to Clients and Employees

Unit 4 – Advertising and Marketing

Unit 5 – Automation

Unit 6 – Telecommuting

Unit 7 – Hackers and Viruses

Unit 8 – Identity Theft

Unit 9 – Preventative Measures

Unit 10 – Anti-virus Software

Unit 11 – Cloud Computing

Unit 12 – Improving Health

Unit 13 – Creative Design

Unit 14 – System Administration

Unit 15 – Programming