COURSE STRUCTURE

The course utilizes a blended learning approach with interactive sessions, practical exercises, and personalized feedback, divided into three comprehensive modules:

Module 1: Demystifying the Phonetic Canvas

• IPA Immersion: Decode the International Phonetic Alphabet, the key to unlocking precise pronunciation.
• Articulatory Boot Camp: Train your vocal tract for optimal manipulation (tongue placement, jaw movement, velar positioning).
• Mastering Key Consonants: Conquer the intricacies of plosives, nasals, fricatives, and liquids (/p/, /b/, /t/, /d/, /k/, /g/, /m/, /n/, /ŋ/, /f/, /v/, /θ/, /ð/, /s/, /z/, /ʃ/, /ʒ/, /l/, /r/).

Module 2: Vowel Voyage and Rhythmic Revolution

• Vowel Vision: Navigate vowel space diagrams to pinpoint and master monophthongs and diphthongs (/ɪ/, /iː/, /e/, /ɛ/, /æ/, /ɑː/, /ɒ/, /ʊ/, /uː/, /ʌ/, /eɪ/, /əʊ/, /aɪ/, /ɔɪ/, /ɛə/, /ʊə/).
• Unveiling Rhythmic Secrets: Master word and sentence stress patterns for natural and impactful flow.
• Linking Liaisons: Integrate consonant clusters and linking sounds for smooth delivery.

Module 3: Intonation Symphony and Professional Polish

• Intonation Insights: Decipher the melodic patterns of statements, questions, commands, and emotions.
• Dynamic Delivery: Apply intonation to convey meaning, emphasis, and nuance effectively.
• Shadowing Symphony: Refine pronunciation and intonation through mimicking native speakers.
• Polishing Project: Record and present a professional interaction showcasing your newfound accent skills.
• Personalized Feedback and Ongoing Support: Receive valuable individualized coaching and resources for continuous improvement.

Additional Resources:

• Interactive IPA charts and pronunciation practice tools
• Customized materials and recordings relevant to your professional context
• Access to a dedicated online forum for peer support and discussion

Assessment:

• Ongoing formative assessments through pronunciation tasks, presentations, and peer feedback
• Summative evaluation through a final project and individual coaching sessions

Course Benefits:

• Improve intelligibility and impact: Enhance clarity and persuasion in presentations, client interactions, and team meetings.
• Boost confidence and communication competence: Master accurate British pronunciation and elevate your professional presence.
• Build cultural understanding: Gain insights into British communication styles and strengthen rapport with international colleagues.
• Stand out from the crowd: Differentiate yourself with a refined accent that signifies professionalism and global awareness.

Note: This course can be tailored to your specific organizational needs and professional goals. We can incorporate industry-specific scenarios, role-playing exercises, and accent adaptation strategies to maximize the impact of your training.

This updated curriculum focuses on the professional benefits of learning a British accent, emphasizing communication improvements and career advancement. It also details the specific modules and teaching methods, highlighting the personalized approach and ongoing support provided.