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You will also have opportunities to record yourself and to respond to the recordings of other learners.
Only learners who pay for the course will be able to take the graded quizzes or submit assignments for feedback. The free version provides access to the lectures and practice activities only.
Course 3 of 4 in the The Pronunciation of American English Specialization.
Syllabus
WEEK 1
Welcome
Welcome to The Music of American English Pronunciation! In this course, you’ll move beyond individual consonant and vowel sounds and learn about things like syllable stress, intonation, and linking. These give English its characteristic “music,” and they’re a big help in making your pronunciation sound more natural and understandable. Learning about these things will also improve your listening skill and make it easier for you to understand English when it’s spoken at a normal speed. Good luck in practicing the music of American English Pronunciation!
Syllables and Word Stress
WEEK 2
Thought Groups, Rhythm, and Reduced Words
WEEK 3
Connected Speech
WEEK 4
Sentence Focus and Intonation
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