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Intelligible Accented Speakers As Pronunciation Models

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Abstract

Recent research has highlighted the benefits of choosing intelligible accented speakers as pronunciation models rather than native speakers of English. (Murphy, 2014). These models may be easier to imitate due to a variety of factors, such as slower speech rate, similarity in physical appearance, and models perceived as being attainable—not “perfect.” Such models are particularly helpful for improvement in pausing, use of prominence, and use of non-verbal communication to portray confidence in speaking a second language. Finally, the skills learned by doing this project can be applied to more communicative situations in which the speakers will need to apply these pronunciation features, such as teaching, training, or other public speaking.

How to Cite:

Meyers, C. M., (2013) “Intelligible Accented Speakers As Pronunciation Models”, Pronunciation in Second Language Learning and Teaching Proceedings 5(1).