English for Professionals: Advanced Pronunciation Class at UW
Times: Tuesdays from 7:00 to 8:30 Dates Section 1: 4/13 - 5/4 Dates Section 2: 5/11-6/1 Location: UW Campus Needed English Level: good every day vocabulary, easily able to speak in most situations, some grammar mistakes o.k. As long as you have the words, we can work on pronunciation.
Syllabus for Spring 2010
Week 1
Introduction to American English Pronunciation
T Sounds and More (R, L, Th, V/W as needed by the students)
Vowels
Reduced Sounds
Blended Sounds
Rhythm
Week 2-4
30 minutes: reviewing pronunciation basics with some practice of "a," "an" and "the" 1hour: recordings of group conversations--The group converses on every day topics, then we play back, discuss and then practice more. Topics: popular movies, hobbies, current and future goals, describing yourself for a job interview and more. We use the recordings to help you hear your pronunciation and choose the voice you want for yourself.
Course fee (for each section): $82 for general public, $70 for UW students Reduced rate for both sections combined: $120 for general public, $110 for UW students * there is also a $10 registratation fee for nonstudents, $5 for students
*** Get on the mailing list now
to get $20 off the course fee. Just email
admin@ietutoring.com. You pay on the first day of class--getting
on the list does not obligate you to take the class. This special
applies to one section only or the full payment for both sections.
Registration will begin in the spring. Register by calling the UW Experimental College
at 206-68-LEARN (206-685-3276) or go to www.exco.org.
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