Teaching North American English Pronunciation
Teaching North American English Pronunciation

Teaching North American English Pronunciation

A Brief Introduction with Photocopiable Handouts

By Richard Yorkey, By Raymond C Clark

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LANGUAGE STUDY

112 Pages, 8.5 x 11

Formats: Paperback

Paperback, $17.50 (US $17.50) (CA $24.00)

Publication Date: March 2011

ISBN 9780866473262

Price: $17.50
 
 

Overview

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Teaching North American English Pronunciation is a practical, teacher-friendly bridge between pronunciation theory and what actually works in the classroom. Designed for ESL/EFL teachers and tutors, this book demystifies English phonology and the writing system, then turns that understanding into clear, targeted practice learners can use immediately. Rather than overwhelming instructors with abstract linguistics, Yorkey and Clark focus on what teachers need to know to diagnose pronunciation problems, explain them simply, and help students make audible progress.

The book’s two-part structure makes it especially versatile. Part One provides a concise, accessible introduction to phonology, sound–symbol relationships, and the specific features that define North American English pronunciation. Part Two delivers ready-to-use, photocopiable handouts that support both guided instruction and independent practice, making the book equally useful for classroom teaching, tutoring, and teacher training. With optional companion audio available, this resource supports listening, perception, and production—three pillars of effective pronunciation work.

Key features

  • Free accompanying AUDIO program, available to download from https://www.prolingualearning.com/ or to stream on https://www.youtube.com/@ProLinguaLearningAudio
  • Clear, accessible introduction to English phonology and the North American sound system
  • Strong focus on sound–spelling relationships that commonly confuse learners
  • Photocopiable handouts for immediate classroom or tutoring use
  • Flexible design suitable for individual learners, small groups, or full classes
  • Ideal for teachers without formal training in linguistics who want practical results
  • Companion audio available to reinforce listening discrimination and production practice

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Author Biography

Ray Clark, co-author (with Richard Yorkey) of Teaching North American English Pronunciation, was on the staff of the School for International Training in Vermont, USA for over 30 years as a teacher trainer for Peace Corps programs in Iran, India, and Korea, as an ESL teacher, as the director of SIT's intensive English program, as a faculty member and director of the MATESL Program, and as teacher-Director of ESP programs in Islamabad, and Istanbul. He has also done teacher training for Marlboro College and Southern New Hampshire University's MATESL program in Hanoi, Vietnam.