GRD 714
Individualized Pronunciation Instruction
3 to 5 credit hours per semester
Contact Ms. Shadix (jshadix@uab.edu) 996-2947
Students in Individualized Instruction have acquired basic speaking skills in group instruction and are now ready for fine-tuning their language abilities with an experienced instructor, who tailors lessons to their particular pronunciation needs. The course includes a thorough diagnostic and goal-setting session, followed by one-to-one instruction in the sounds and rhythms of English, including computer-assisted language mapping and techniques used by professional actors. Fall, Spring, Summer. Pass/No Pass.
GRD 724
Pronunciation and Accent Workshop
3 credit hours
Contact Ms. Shadix (jashadix@uab.edu) 996-2947
Pronunciation and Accent Workshop is for those students who have never been exposed to English phonology classes. In this class, students will be introduced to American intonation patterns, pronunciation of English sounds, and culture related to the language. Summer and Fall. Pass/No Pass.
GRD 725
Advanced Pronunciation Workshop
3 credit hours
Contact Ms. Shadix (jshadix@uab.edu) 996-2947
Prerequisite: GRD 724, GRD 714, or permission of the instructor. This course is for those students who have completed the individualized instruction or who have the equivalent proficiency of those who have completed. By applying the voice and speech works of actor training, the students will practice speaking in longer stretches of the speech without losing the clarity of the message. This course helps students prepare for thesis and dissertation defenses, lecturing, and talks given at professional conferences. Spring. Pass/Fail.