包头师范学院计算机辅助教学语言课件Unit7 Using Technology to Teach Speaking and Pronunciation Skills.ppt

Analytic-linguistic approach explicit, structured teaching of speech features utilizing: articulatory descriptions , charts of speech apparatus, phonetic alphabet and vowel charts, and a variety of interactive speech analysis software and websites. Current integrative approach an integral component of communication, rather than an isolated drill and practice sub-skill within meaningful task-based activities using pronunciation-focused listening activities - suprasegmentals of stress, rhythm, and intonation Current integrative approach - meet the learners particular needs - A dual-focus : The micro level: linguistic (i.e., phonetic-phonological) competence through practice of segmentals and the suprasegmentals. The macro level: discourse, sociolinguingisc, and strategic competence by using the language for communicative purposes. Current integrative approach Goals of pronunciation instruction: develop intelligible speech and to be able to effectively communicate (Miller, 2000) Four basic pronunciation goals Morely (1991) that are realistic aspirations: Functional intelligibility Functional communicability Increased self-confidence Speech monitoring ability and speech modification strategies The Use of Computers in Teaching Speaking and Pronunciation Skills 1. Purpose of using computers 2. In teaching speaking skills 3. In teaching pronunciation skills Purpose of using computers to create an environment to encourage communication to provide increased and more varied communicative opportunities In teaching speaking skills 1. as a Tutor (human-to-machine interaction) Examples:??My English Tutor 我的口說英語家教(CD-ROM 試用版下載) 2. The Computer used as an Instructional Tool (human-to-human interaction via the computer in the classroom) Examples: ? Focus English: Everyday English in Conversation Conversation Questions for the ESL EFL Classroom In teaching speaking skills as a Communication Medium - using MOOs (Multi-user dom