Academic Journal of Humanities & Social Sciences, 2024, 7(5); doi: 10.25236/AJHSS.2024.070537.
Anqi Dou
Foreign Language Teaching Department, Hainan Vocational University of Science and Technology, Haikou, 571125, China
This paper delves into the pivotal role of collaboration between English for Specific Purposes (ESP) education and industries within the current educational context, elucidating the associated opportunities and advantages. Through an examination of the intricate interplay between industry requisites and educational curricula, the paper elucidates how such collaboration can elevate students' practical skills and bolster their competitiveness in the job market. Furthermore, it expounds upon the reciprocal advantages accrued by both industries and educational institutions, encompassing the elevation of educational quality, the fostering of practical skill acquisition, and the fortification of synergies between industry and academia.
English for Specific Purposes (ESP); Industry Collaboration; Educational Innovation; Practical Skill Development; Industry-Academia Linkages
Anqi Dou. Empowering Tomorrow's Professionals: The Fusion of Industry and Education in English for Specific Purposes (ESP). Academic Journal of Humanities & Social Sciences (2024) Vol. 7, Issue 5: 230-235. https://doi.org/10.25236/AJHSS.2024.070537.
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