Presentation

Utopian Goals for Pronunciation Teaching

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Abstract

As has often been noted in recent years, pronunciation instruction has received short shrift from researchers and teachers alike. Although there is a small and committed body of individuals who have worked to encourage the incorporation of pronunciation instruction in English as a second language (ESL) classes, pronunciation still tends to be the neglected component of many language programs. In this talk, some idealistic goals for pronunciation instruction will be laid out, and suggestions for how the TESOL community might work towards achieving those goals will addressed. Changes to teacher education, increased pronunciation research, optimal use of technology, enhancement of listeners‘ skills, and strategies for increasing students‘ opportunities to interact with native speakers are identified as potential approaches to meeting students‘ communication needs.

How to Cite:

Derwing, T. M., (2009) “Utopian Goals for Pronunciation Teaching”, Pronunciation in Second Language Learning and Teaching Proceedings 1(1).