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The Pronunciation of American English Project

Approx. 17 hours to complete

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Course Summary

Improve your American English pronunciation skills through this course. Learn how to correctly pronounce vowels, consonants, and words commonly used in everyday conversations.

Key Learning Points

Learn how to properly pronounce American English words
Practice your pronunciation skills through interactive exercises
Get feedback on your pronunciation and track your progress

Learning Outcomes

Improved American English pronunciation skills
Increased confidence in speaking English
Ability to communicate more effectively in everyday conversations

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

Basic knowledge of English language
Access to the internet and a computer or mobile device

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner to Intermediate

Course Format

Self-paced
Online
Interactive

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Description

In the final course of The Pronunciation of American English specialization, you will complete a final self-reflection project applying what you have learned in the first three courses about consonants, vowels, and the “music” of English. In preparation for the project, you will take a post-test, review all the sounds of English, analyze a speech, and share your advice on improving pronunciation with 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.

Outline

Welcome
Meet Your Teachers
Course Overview: Weekly List of Steps & Grading
How I can improve my pronunciation?

Pronunciation Post-test & Journal
Post-test Directions
Pronunciation Journal Instructions
Post-test

Producing the Sounds of American English
Self-evaluation Assignment
Pronunciation Journal Progress Check

Analysis of a Skilled Speaker
Sample Video Analysis
Video Analysis Assignment & Sample Analysis
Pronunciation Journal Progress Check

Final Reflection
Sample Video Reflection
Reflection Assignment

Summary of User Reviews

The Pronunciation of American English course on Coursera has been highly rated by users. Many users found that the course helped them improve their pronunciation skills. This course is a great option for those looking to improve their American English pronunciation.

Pros from User Reviews

Easy to follow lessons
Good exercises to practice pronunciation
Great for non-native speakers
Engaging course material

Cons from User Reviews

Not enough emphasis on grammar
Some users found the course too basic
Limited interaction with instructors
Some users found the course too short

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