Pronunciation of American English - ELA-X704
Course Description
This course is designed for non-native English speakers who wish to learn how to communicate more clearly and effectively in an American English-speaking environment. Participants will improve their ability to speak clearly and effectively in English, while addressing some aspects of accent reduction and building their self-confidence.
The program features:
- Knowledgeable, experienced instructors with advanced degrees
- Pair and group exercises and practice
Learner Outcomes
- Recognize and distinguish English phonemes and corresponding IPA symbols
- Learn about syllables, syllable stress, and common stress patterns
- Differentiate between voiced and voiceless sounds
- Learn about the importance of linking and intonation patterns
- Learn how to create thought groups and consonant clusters
- Improve self-confidence
Course Details
Who Should Attend: Non-native English speakers who need to improve the clarity and effectiveness of their verbal communication for professional, academic, or personal reasons.
Course Format: Instruction is delivered in the classroom format at the English Language Academy (ELA), on the University of San Diego campus.
Curriculum: Pronunication of American English is a 10-week course, offered in Fall, Spring and Summer semesters, and includes 3 hours per week of classroom instruction.
Description: The Pronunciation of American English course allows non-native English speakers to improve their communication skills in an American English-speaking environment.
Instructors: Qualified and experienced ESL instructors offer a stimulating and participative learning environment.
Program Requirements: An intermediate or advanced level of English is required.
Additional Information: This 10-week course meets for 1.5 hours twice a week (Tuesday and Thursday evenings).
Contact Us!
Terri Anderson
Tel: (619) 260-4234
Email: tanderson@sandiego.edu
Accreditation and Memberships
USD's English Language Academy is a member of English USA (formerly the American Association of Intensive English Progams), and NAFSA (the Association of International Educators).
Applies Towards the Following Certificate(s), Professional Programs and Series
- Pronunciation of American English Program : Pronunciation of American English- To Enroll and Learn on More Click the Course Below