Teaching linguistic mimicry to improve second language pronunciation.

This thesis tests the hypothesis that a whole language approach to ESL (English As A Second Language) pronunciation with emphasis on suprasegementals through the use of linguistic mimicry is more effective than a focus on segmentals in improving native speakers perceptions of accent and comprehensib...

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Main Author: Yates, Karen
Other Authors: Montler, Timothy
Format: Others
Language:English
Published: University of North Texas 2003
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Online Access:https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc4164/