Subject description

For those teaching English as a second language, a knowledge of how the English sound system works is essential, not only to help students’ pronunciation but also to improve their listening, reading and writing skills. This subject aims to provide you with a theoretical and practical background in phonology and … For more content click the Read More button below.

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Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Show an understanding of current research and issues in the field of second language teaching and learning of English pronunciation in both domestic and international contexts.
2.
Identify and describe segmental features (vowels, consonants) in spoken language
3.
Identify and describe prosodic features (e.g., intonation, stress, rhythm) in spoken language
4.
Diagnose and assess learners’ strengths and needs in pronunciation and develop appropriate programs to meet these needs
5.
Apply visual, auditory and tactile/kinaesthetic approaches to teaching consonants, vowels, stress, intonation and rhythm in English.

Assessment details

Segmental Analysis
Suprasegmental Analysis
Pedagogical Report

Work integrated learning

Embedded WIL:This subject contains elements of "Embedded WIL". Students in this subject will experience activities that relate to or simulate professional practice as part of their learning.

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