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INTRODUCTION

You are probably curious about the purpose of this course or ask, "What
can I expect from reading this book?" The fundamental purpose of the
course is to equip Economic Development students with theoretical and

practical knowledge in mastering English letters and emails based on
particular cases.
Based on my study in the field of English for specific purposes, I conducted

a study that aimed at identifying English language material and methods to
promote effective communication in English for Economic Development. It
was apparent that students required teaching material based on the real

situation following their discipline. Further, we obviously notice that each
professional position or register requires specific English language needs.

Thus, everyone in charge of economic development settings should realize
what they are going to encounter in their real life. So it is necessary to learn
English based on their case.
The book, therefore, is designed for Economic Development students as

well as other professionals who truly wish to develop their insights and
proficiency in building effective English letters and emails in the economic

development contexts. This book is locally delivered and meant to address
the most recent teaching method in Indonesia, which is the case teaching
method that can increase students' critical thinking skills in solving

problematic cases in economic contexts. By the time you reach the end, you
will be more confident, aware, and experienced in communicating and
solving problems using English based on your expertise and procedures of

the case teaching method.
You will learn how to define the situations and assign your role in the
specific case in Economic Development areas. You will also find out how to

tackle the situations by providing corresponding solutions following your
role. After that, you will learn to bounce ideas off each other and evaluate
your idea with your friends. I'm emailing in connection with—understanding

the procedures in responding to email—is the first step in mastering English
for Economic Development purposes.

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