08-10-2012, 03:30 PM
Accent Neutralization Training
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Overview:
The objective of this training program will be to help participants understand and use a neutral
English accent that can be easily understood by people from various cultures across the globe. The
methodology will include a combination of presentations, activities, assignments, evaluations,
practice and feedback.
Training Topics:
Accent Neutralization:
• Identifying and dealing with Mother Tongue Influence (MTI)
• Pronunciation
• Vowel Sounds and Consonant Sounds
• Using a neutral accent
Elements of Spoken Communication:
• Inflection
• Pausing
• Reducing rate of speech
• Volume and tone
• Pitch
• Clarity and enunciation
Practice Exercises:
• Reading exercises to practice pronunciation, inflection and enunciation
• Spoken communication exercises (extempore and presentations) to practice elements of rate of
speech, pausing, inflection and tone of voice
• Individual and group activities that enable participants to practice their learning
• Assignments that help enhance learning beyond the classroom sessions
Assessments:
• Pre-training assessment conducted on spoken communication at the start of the training
feedback
• Individual feedback given to the participants on a regular basis during the sessions based on
activities and assessments
• Post-training assessment conducted on the final day of the training program with participants
being given feedback and action plans
• The results of the assessment and feedback will be made available to your organization