CURRENT TRENDS IN MODERN TEACHING OF BUSINESS ENGLISH
Keywords:
Business English, professionals or job-experienced learners intercultural communication, Business English teacher, authentic contextAbstract
Nowadays when national frontiers are open and do not present a threat for those, wanting to cross them with their entrepreneurial activities, English teaching is facing a challenge of being able to provide knowledge for this specific sphere. Gaining language skills in the special area of Business English is vitally important for future managers, entrepreneurs and anyone who is about to enter the world of business. The paper explains the differences between General and Business English. It focuses on communication as a key aspect of today’s teaching Business English as well as cultural awareness. It also discusses the role of Business English teachers and the materials used in teaching.