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We can recommend the following books for ESL purposes;
1. American Accent Training (American Accent Training) by Ann
Cook; Paperback: 210 pages Publisher: Barron's Educational Series
The second edition of the highly acclaimed American Accent Training,
now on 5 audio CDs, is for foreign-born students and business people
working, traveling or studying in the United States and Canada.
Through extensive intonation and pronunciation exercises, students
learn how to speak with a standard American Accent. At the same
time, listening comprehension improves dramatically. Supplementary
materials included detailed nationality guides for eight languages
(Chinese, Japanese, Indian, Spanish, French, German, Russian and
Korean), access to a comprehensive website, and referral to a qualified
telephone analyst for an individual diagnostic speech analysis.
Also included are colored markers for written exercises, and a mirror
to practice accurate pronunciation.
2. English Pronunciation in Use by Mark Hancock; Paperback: 200
pages Publisher: Cambridge University Press
English Pronunciation in Use is a comprehensive reference and practice
book for learners of intermediate level and above and can be used
by individual learners working alone, or in class. The book focuses
on pronunciation for listening as well as speaking and includes
both receptive and productive practice. There are 60 easy-to use
units with key pronunciation points presented on the left-hand page
with a range of exercises on the facing right-hand page. All units
are supported with audio material which is available in cassette
or CD format. The audio material uses a clear model of a standard
British accent for presentation and repetition exercises. In receptive
exercises different accents used to give learners the opportunity
to listen to a range of English accents. There is a useful reference
section including phonemic symbols and sound pairs, a self-diagnostic
test, a guide for speakers of specific languages and glossary.
3. Clear Speech Student's book: Pronunciation and Listening Comprehension
in American English (Clear Speech) by Judy B. Gilbert; Paperback:
144 pages Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Clear Speech, 2nd Edition, is a revised and expanded edition of
a highly successful and innovative pronunciation course for intermediate
and advanced students of English. As in the first edition, the emphasis
is on the "musical" aspects of English: rhythm, stress, and intonation.
New features of the second edition include: more practice material;
more pair practice, allowing more time for speaking and enabling
students to receive immediate practical feedback; presentation of
sounds within the context of speech patterns, to aid recognition
of grammar cues and enhance listening comprehension; reorganization
of teaching points, making the interrelationship between the various
aspects of pronunciation more obvious. Students learn how to use
rhythm, stress, and intonation to provide "navigational guides"
for the listener. The emphasis on the relationship between speaking
and listening comprehension makes this text uniquely helpful. The
Teacher's Manual contains invaluable, creative ideas for presenting
the teaching points, as well as theoretical support. In addition,
it contains detailed procedures, additional activities, and an answer
key. The Cassettes contain material from many of the exercises as
well as the Clear Listening Test. Clear Speech is suitable as a
classroom text, for laboratory use, and for self-study.
4. Pronunciation Plus Student's book: Practice through Interaction
by Martin Hewings, Sharon Goldstein; Paperback: 152 pages, Cambridge
University Press
Pronunciation Plus helps intermediate-level students of North American
English improve their pronunciation through a variety of stimulating
listening and speaking tasks. Many of these tasks are done with
a partner, giving students the opportunity to interact with their
classmates while practicing their pronunciation. The book contains
sixty 2-3 page units. Together they address all of the important
elements of spoken English: individual speech sounds, stress and
rhythm, sounds in connected speech, intonation, and pronouncing
written words.
5. Pronunciation Games (Cambridge Copy Collection) by Mark Hancock;
Spiral-bound: 112 pages Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Pronunciation Games is a photocopiable resource book for use with
students at pre-intermediate level and above. Each activity is designed
to raise awareness of an aspect of English pronunciation. The Teacher's
Pages offer clear instructions, background information, and suggestions
for adaptation.
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