American English: Important Sounds for Perfect Pronunciation

Course Feature

Cost

Paid
Provider

Udemy
Certificate

Paid Certification
Language

English
Start Date

2019-06-17
Learners

No Information
Duration

No Information
Instructor

Nicole Kaup

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3.6

4,122 Ratings

This course is designed for high-intermediate to advanced English speakers who want to perfect their pronunciation. It builds on concepts from the "5 Days to a Better Accent" course and focuses on the most frequent and characteristic sounds of American English that are typically difficult for non-native speakers. With a 70 page downloadable workbook full of practice activities, you will actively learn and practice with auditory discrimination activities, the International Phonetic Alphabet, songs, video clips, popular sayings, jokes and American culture. Take the pre and post tests to hear the difference in your speech as a result of the course. Improve your pronunciation of American English with this important sounds course!

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American English: Important Sounds for Perfect Pronunciation

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Updated in [July 17th, 2023]

By taking this course, learners can gain experience and expertise in the pronunciation of American English. They will learn to identify and practice the most frequent and characteristic sounds of American English that are typically difficult and/or unknown for non-native English speakers. Through the use of auditory discrimination activities, practice with the International Phonetic Alphabet, and individualized practice, learners will be able to improve their pronunciation of spoken English. They will also be able to take pre and post tests to hear the difference in their speech as a result of the course.

Course Syllabus

Introduction to Course

The Schwa

ER, R Controlled Vowels, R

The Short i

The L Sound

ED Endings

S, Z & S Endings

Conclusion

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Well-organized workbook with answers to exercises.
Teacher is always ready to help and responsive to messages.
Provides fundamentals for better pronunciation.
Clear lectures by the tutor.
Excellent teacher.

Video freezes sometimes.
MP3 doesn't play on mobile.
Need to print some material.

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