Advantages of Using Computer in Teaching English Pronunciation

Journal Title: International Journal of Research in English Education - Year 2017, Vol 2, Issue 3

Abstract

Pronunciation continues to grow in importance because of its key roles in speech recognition, speech perception, and speaker identity. Computer is being increasingly used in teaching English pronunciation to enhance its quality. The purpose of this paper is to discuss the advantages of using computer in English pronunciation instruction. Understanding the advantages of computer is an important step in the successful use of computer into English language teaching in general and pronunciation instruction in particular. Findings from empirical research, teachers’ roles in using computer, and implications for language teachers and learners are also discussed.

Authors and Affiliations

Abbas Pourhosein Gilakjani, Narjes Banou Sabouri

Keywords

Related Articles

A Comparative Study of Actual and Perceived Academic Competence of Iranian EAP Postgraduate Students

A Comparative Study of Actual and Perceived Academic Competence of Iranian EAP Postgraduate Students

The Impact of Guided Writing Practice on Iranian Extroverted/Introverted EFL Learners’ Speaking Ability at Pre-Intermediate Level

Speaking and writing are the productive skills of language and share similar components. In other words, writing and speaking are clearly related activities, but the modes of production are different. In addition, among...

Advantages of Using Computer in Teaching English Pronunciation

Pronunciation continues to grow in importance because of its key roles in speech recognition, speech perception, and speaker identity. Computer is being increasingly used in teaching English pronunciation to enhance its...

On the Role of Dynamic Assessment on Promotion of Writing Linguistic Accuracy among EFL Learners: An Interventionist Mode

This study is conducted under the domain of Vygotskian Socio-cultural Theory (SCT) of mind and the notion of dynamic assessment to elevate the linguistic accuracy of EFL learners’ writing skill. 40 homogenous intermediat...

Oral Communication Apprehension among English Senior Majors at Al-Quds Open University in Palestine

Communication is an essential part in languages. It is the purpose of learning a second or a foreign language. Oral communication is one of the aspects that need to be developed among English learners. The study focused...

Download PDF file
  • EP ID EP365651
  • DOI 10.18869/acadpub.ijree.2.3.78
  • Views 139
  • Downloads 0

How To Cite

Abbas Pourhosein Gilakjani, Narjes Banou Sabouri (2017). Advantages of Using Computer in Teaching English Pronunciation. International Journal of Research in English Education, 2(3), 78-85. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-365651