English Pronunciation and Tesol

Analyse and classify speech sounds using relevant phonetic concepts and categories.

Examine and discuss theoretical and pedagogical issues in the acquisition of L2 phonology.

Appraise teaching strategies and materials for the acquisition of English pronunciation by L2 learners.

Choose and apply the International Phonetic Alphabet to transcribe speech sounds accurately and reproduce these sounds clearly and intelligibly.

Evaluate the pronunciation features of L2 learners with reference to L2 phonological acquisition theories.

Design materials for the teaching of English pronunciation.

What You'll Learn

TSL569 English Pronunciation and TESOL has two primary aims: (i) To describe the sound system and pronunciation features of English, both segmental and suprasegmental, based on internationally accepted L2 (second-language) models such as Received Pronunciation; and (ii) To discuss and evaluate theoretical and pedagogical approaches to the acquisition and teaching of English pronunciation in an ESL/EFL context. A secondary aim is to raise students' awareness of their own pronunciation and the potential for modification.