Pronouncing English: A Stress-Based Approach with CD-ROM

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Book Synopsis: Pronouncing English is a textbook for teaching English phonetics and phonology, offering an original "stress-based" approach while incorporating all the standard course topics. Drawing on current linguistic theory, it uniquely analyzes prosody first, and then discusses its effects on pronunciation—emphasizing suprasegmental features such as meter, stress, and intonation, then the vowels and consonants themselves. Distinguished by being the first work of its kind to be based on an exhaustive statistical analysis of all the lexical entries of an entire dictionary, Pronouncing English is complemented by a list of symbols and a glossary. Richard Teschner and M. Stanley Whitley present an improved description of English pronunciation and conclude each chapter with suggestions on how to do a better job of teaching it. An appendix with a brief introduction to acoustic phonetics—the basis for the perception vs. the production of sounds—is also included. Revolutionary in its field, Pronouncing English declares that virtually all aspects of English pronunciation—from the vowel system to the articulation of syllables, words, and sentences—are determined by the presence or absence of stress. The accompanying CD-ROM carries audio recordings of many of the volume's exercises, more than 100 text and sound files, and data files on which the statistical observations were based.

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Are you struggling with English pronunciation? Look no further! Introducing Pronouncing English: A Stress-Based Approach with CD-ROM. This groundbreaking textbook takes a unique approach to teaching English phonetics and phonology, focusing on the stress-based method. By analyzing prosody first, we uncover the key to mastering pronunciation, including suprasegmental features like meter, stress, and intonation. But that's not all! We also delve into the nitty-gritty of vowels, consonants, and even provide an appendix on acoustic phonetics. With Pronouncing English, you'll not only improve your pronunciation but also gain a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies of the English language.

What sets Pronouncing English apart from other textbooks is its meticulous research. We've conducted an exhaustive statistical analysis of every single lexical entry in an entire dictionary, ensuring that our approach is backed by data and proven results. This groundbreaking methodology allows us to accurately describe English pronunciation and provide you with the necessary tools to excel in teaching English. Each chapter concludes with practical suggestions to enhance your teaching techniques, ensuring you deliver stellar lessons every time.

Still not convinced? Our comprehensive CD-ROM is here to seal the deal. Packed with audio recordings of exercises, over 100 text and sound files, and the data files that form the basis of our statistical observations, this CD-ROM enhances your learning experience like never before. It's time to take your English pronunciation to the next level and revolutionize the way you teach. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity!

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