Provide knowledge about the English language and how it is used
Give training in functional and correct personal use of the English language in terms of correct pronunciation
Be able to describe the sounds of the English language and give ideas on how to work with good pronunciation for the pupils
Phonetics consists of knowledge about how speech organs function and articulation in a broad sense. Intonation is the study of the melody of English, its rhythm and strong and weak forms. It is important that the students are able to diagnose and correct mistakes Norwegian pupils normally commit. Transcription of sentences and intonation patterns will be studied. The starting point is Standard British pronunciation, but American pronunciation is accepted. Regional accents will also studied.
The teaching consists of explantions of theory, lectures, demonstrations of pronunciation and exercises in how to pronounce Britsih English correctly.
- Compulsory attendance
- 2 assignments in transcrition approved by tutor and 1 assignment in intonation
- 1 four-hour test
A final written exam 100%
Thor Sigurd Nilsen/Kåre N. Rugesæter: Basic English Phonetics for teachers. Hand- outs in class.
Pronunciation dictiorary:
Daniel Jones/A.C Gimson. Everyman's English Pronouncing Dictionary.