English 203 - English Pronunciation Skills Course

English 203 – English Pronunciation Skills Course

Learn English language pronunciation skills. Do you find you are saying the words but you are not being understood? Learn how to make yourself clearly understood by practising the sounds, rhythms and tones of spoken English as well as other forms of communication such as body language.

If you want to learn English pronunciation skills in Sydney, then this course is for you.

Who should attend?

This course is for intermediate to advanced English skill levels. This course is for those who are learning English as a second language.

Agenda

During this course the intention is that the following topics will be covered, but not necessarily in the order given. Due to the variable nature of Adult Education classes, parts of the curriculum may be adapted to suit the needs of the class.

• Learn the sounds of English – vowels and consonants;
• Practise the sounds of English;
• Understand how syllables and stress work in English pronunciation;
• Practise word and sentence stress in conversation and getting your message across;
• Learn to speak smoothly – contractions and linking;
• Practise speaking with English rhythm and intonation.

Objectives

The intended Learning Outcomes for this course are as follows.

By the end of this English Pronunciation Skills Course students will:

• Have identified the sounds in English they find difficult to pronounce;
• Learned techniques for pronouncing those sounds;
• Have identified and practised English conversation using correct stress and rhythm;
• Have identified and practised the tonal changes of English.

Textbook

No textbook is required as tutors provide all materials. However, if you wish to purchase a dictionary, check with your tutor on the first day of class as to what they recommend.

If you purchase a book from Abbeys Bookstore in York St in the City, Sydney Community College students receive a 10% discount.

Other Information

Please bring pen, paper, folder and dictionary to class.

Avoid disappointment. Enrol early.

Please ensure that you have given a valid email and mobile number as all course changes will be communicated via sms or email.