Extracurricular Pronunciation Training Examined: A Qualitative Investigation
This study presents the design and implementation procedures of an extracurricular pronunciation training program designed for English language learners and investigates its effectiveness through the eyes of the participating students and trainers. Course design processes, instructional methodology,...
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| Tipo de recurso: | artículo |
| Estado: | Versión publicada |
| Fecha de publicación: | 2024 |
| País: | Brasil |
| Institución: | Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina (UFSC) |
| Repositorio: | Ilha do Desterro |
| Idioma: | inglés |
| OAI Identifier: | oai:periodicos.ufsc.br:article/98759 |
| Acceso en línea: | https://periodicos.ufsc.br/index.php/desterro/article/view/98759 |
| Access Level: | acceso abierto |
| Palabra clave: | Extracurricular pronunciation training segmentals suprasegmentals course design |
| Sumario: | This study presents the design and implementation procedures of an extracurricular pronunciation training program designed for English language learners and investigates its effectiveness through the eyes of the participating students and trainers. Course design processes, instructional methodology, resources, and the syllabus are examined closely through students’ reflections (N=25). Their views on program content, tasks, and evolving pronunciation learning goals post-completion of the training were analyzed via content analysis. Post-program written reflections from the researcher trainer and observer trainer on the effectiveness of the training, content and tasks, and challenges regarding pronunciation instruction as part of an extracurricular program were subjected to thematic analysis. Findings reveal cognitive and affective gains among student participants, attributing strength to course content, tasks, and the trainer. The researcher and observer trainer deemed the training successful overall highlighting duration and assignment submission as areas requiring further attention. The study also discusses the complementary value of extracurricular pronunciation training alongside traditional in-class instruction and emphasizes the importance of tailoring pronunciation targets to the specific needs of the audience. |
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