Pronunciation for English as an International Language

<p>Pronunciation plays a crucial role in learning English as an international language yet often remains marginalised by educators due to a lack of required phonetic and phonological knowledge. Pronunciation for English as an International Language bridges the gap between phonetics phonology and pronunciation and provides the reader with a research based guide on how best to teach the English language. The book follows an easy to follow format which ensures the reader will have a comprehensive grasp of each given topic by the end of the chapter. Key ideas explored include: </p> <p>- Articulation of English speech sounds and basic transcription</p> <p>- Connected speech processes</p> <p>- Current issues in English language pronunciation teaching</p> <p>- Multimedia in English language pronunciation practice</p> <p>- Using speech analysis to investigate pronunciation features</p> <p>Using the latest research Pronunciation for English as an International Language will facilitate effective teaching and learning for any individual involved in teaching English as a second foreign or international language.</p>