English for Specific Purposes in digital age
Abstract
The article examines the role of English for Specific Purposes (ESP) in the context of the digital era.It highlights the importance of English as a global language of professional communication and analyzeshow digital technologies transform the teaching and learning process. The study focuses on the integrationof information and communication technologies, including online learning platforms, multimedia tools, andartificial intelligence, into ESP education. Particular attention is paid to the benefits of digitalization, suchas increased accessibility, flexibility, personalized learning, and the development of interculturalcommunication skills.At the same time, the article identifies key challenges, including technical limitations, the need fordigital competence among teachers and students, and the risks of information overload. The paperconcludes that the integration of ESP and digital technologies significantly enhances professional trainingand prepares specialists for effective participation in the global labor market.Keywords: English for Specific Purposes, digital era, digital technologies, professionalcommunication, e-learning, intercultural competence, digital literacy References1. Кравченко Т.В. Цифрові технології в курсі англійської мови професійногоспрямування. Наукові записки МАНУ. – 2024. – С. 110–118.2. Hutchinson T., Waters A. English for Specific Purposes. – Cambridge University Press, 1987.– P. 271–275.3. Dudley-Evans T. Developments in ESP. – Cambridge University Press, 1998. – P. 55–60.4. Rashevska N. Mobile learning in higher education. – 2018. – P. 15–25.5. Корнєва З.М. Сучасний стан навчання англійської мови технічного спрямування взакладах вищої освіти. Іноземні мови. 2019. № 2 (98). С. 10–17.6. Tarasenko R. The use of AR in foreign language learning. – 2022. – P. 30–36.7. Warschauer M. Technology and Language Learning. – 2020. – P. 88–94.8. Books and OER. Open A
Fields of Study & Subjects
Innovative Educational Technologies
Foreign Language Teaching Methods
Digital Storytelling and Education
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Scientific Notes of the State University of Telecommunications
- Publisher
- State University of Information and Communication Technologies
- Volume
- 9
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 229–235
- Publication date
- 25 May 2026