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How to Teach American Pronunciation
Pronunciation is an essential component of learning a new language. When students are able to achieve something that seems unattainable like mastering pronunciation, it makes them feel competent and capable. The first P is perception. You have to teach them how to recognize the sound before you start teaching them how to make the sound. Even if they can't hear it on a regular basis, they won't be able to implement it in their day-to-day speech. And then once they apply the sounds, you have to give precise feedback and to be able to recognize their mistakes.