Digital mediation in ESP genres

Christoph A. Hafner, Simon Harrison, Wing Yee Jenifer Ho, Becky S.C. Kwan

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Abstract

This editorial introduces the virtual special issue on digital mediation in ESP genres, bringing together a number of studies presented at LSPPC6: the 6th International Conference of the Asia–Pacific LSP and Professional Communication Association, held in collaboration with the International Society for Gesture Studies - Hong Kong Hub and organized by the Department of English, City University of Hong Kong. The editorial examines: 1) theoretical issues raised by digital mediation, especially with respect to genre theory; 2) communicative practices in digital contexts, expanding the range of descriptions of ESP genres; and 3) implications for ESP pedagogy.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)115-122
Number of pages8
JournalEnglish for Specific Purposes
Volume71
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Jul 2023
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Digital genres
  • English for academic purposes
  • English for business
  • Genre analysis
  • Professional communication

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Language and Linguistics
  • Education
  • Linguistics and Language

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