This workshop is the starting point to clearer speech!
Baruch COM 1010 Professor Joyce Mandell or TfCS Curriculum Specialist Kim Edmunds will break down the secrets of true speech clarity, rhythm and intonation, as well as offer up her 5 Nasty Truths of English Pronunciation. This is truly a terrific starting point for the nonnative English speaker who would like to improve clarity, become more comfortable speaking in class, and learn the most effective methods of practice. See upcoming dates below.
Topics Covered:
- What is “Clear Speech”?
- Connected Speech
- Content and Function Words
- Intonation
- Long and Short Vowel Sounds
- Exercises for Improvement
Fall 2018 WORKSHOP DATES:
Friday, September 21
2pm – 4pm
NVC 14-230
Professor Joyce Mandell
Wednesday, October 3
5:30pm – 7:30pm
NVC 14-235
Professor Joyce Mandell
Tuesday, October 16
12:30pm – 2:30pm
NVC 14-285
TfCS Curriculum Specialist Kim Edmunds