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ENL 032P Basic English Pronunciation 2


Lecture Hours: 3
Credits: 3

Introduces basic principles of U.S. American English pronunciation. Focuses on using a pronouncing key, pronouncing English vowels and consonants, rhythm in sentences, intonation in discourse and comprehending connected or rapid speech. Designed for non-native English speakers at the low-intermediate level.

Prerequisite: ENL 031P   with a grade of C or better; or consent of the instructor.
Student Learning Outcomes:
  1. Use a phonetic alphabet and Color Vowel Chart to pronounce American English phonetic sounds in vocabulary. 
  2. Apply rules of syllabication, word endings, and word stress to pronounce vocabulary. 
  3. Apply rules sentence stress, rhythm, linking, and thought groups to improve intelligibility 
  4. Use technology to accomplish required tasks. 


Content Outline
  • Assessment 
    • Pronunciation Improvement Plan 
  • Using a Phonetic Alphabet 
  • Review of consonants and vowels 
  • Basic Rhythm in Sentences 
    • Stressed words 
    • Reduced words 
  • Intonation in Discourse 
    • Focus words 
    • Rising and falling intonation 
    • Thought groups and pausing 
  • Connected Speech 
    • Linking 
    • Reductions 
    • Rapid speech