English Pronunciation (for Lecturers)
What is this course about?
Do you want to improve your English pronunciation? Get rid of your Dutch or foreign accent? Want to speak more fluently in class? Then this pronunciation course might be for you.
In a series of short sessions we explore the most common difficulties that non-native speakers experience in the pronunciation of English. By the end of the course you will have acquired the tools to adjust your own English pronunciation and you will pronounce English with more confidence in your teaching and your presentations.
Learning goals
- increase participants’ awareness of the distinctive features of English pronunciation
- give participants the tools to improve their fluency and/or accent
- practice techniques and stimulate home practice
- strengthen participants’ confidence in speaking and presenting in English
Group size
The group consists of approximately 6 participants.
Suitable for
People who teach or present in English, from within or outside Utrecht University.
Price
€1175
Lecturers of Utrecht University can participate at a reduced rate or can use O&T units (if available and in consultation with their own faculty). This course costs 6.9 O&T units.
Programme
The course consists of 3 group sessions on campus and 3 individual sessions online. In addition, participants should count on 6 * 15 minutes = 1,5 hours of practice in between sessions.
During each meeting we explore theory and techniques and we practice common pitfalls of English pronunciation. Participants receive detailed feedback on their own audio recording. After the course, the materials will be made available to be used at participants’ own leisure.
Schedule
Audio analysis | make and upload audio recording + receive feedback from trainer |
Group session 1 | o Explanations, demos and practice of the impact of pronunciation, common mistakes, and vowel length (2 hours) |
Individual session | o Online practice with trainer (45 minutes) |
Group session 2 | Explanations, demos and practice of consonant voicing, breathing/aspiration, the sounds /r/ and /th/ (2 hours) |
Individual session | Online practice with trainer (45 minutes) |
Group session 3 | Explanations, demos and practice of long sounds, weak syllables, and intonation patterns and challenges (2 hours) |
Individual session | Online practice with trainer (45 minutes) |
Final audio analysis | Make and upload audio recording + receive feedback from trainer |
Preparation/homework: | Weekly practice of features you want to improve |
2x pitch about research topic or teaching |
Dates
Date | Time | |
|---|---|---|
1 | Tuesday 1 September | 15.00-17.00 |
2 | Between 7-15 September | online individual session (45 min) |
3 | Tuesday 29 September | 15.00-17.00 |
4 | Between 5-13 October | online individual session (45 min) |
5 | Tuesday 27 October | 15.00-17.00 |
6 | Between 2-10 November | online individual session (45 min) |
Location
Urecht Science Parc
Do you have an (educational) question, or are you curious about in-company and customisation options? We would be happy to explore the possibilities with you.
Please contact us via:
onderwijsadviesentraining@uu.nl
030 253 2261
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“In a relatively short time, you become aware of and learn alternatives to your own pronunciation.”
Participant (2023)
“It is an effective course with ample 'breathing space', so you learn and develop yourself in a pleasantly paced manner.”
Participant (2023)
“It is rare to have such a tailored coaching experience for oral English. I became aware of many things about my English pronunciation. Marjolein is a good coach.”
Participant (2023)
“This course makes you more aware of correct English pronunciation, and teaches you how to avoid the typical mistakes and to soften your non-English accent.”
Annette van den Berg, assistant professor (Faculty of Law, Economics and Governance)