G C Bateman J E Thornton (1 results)

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a practical guide for teaching French phonetics to students. It presents a structured approach that emphasizes the importance of both auditory and articulation skills, recognizing the distinct nature of French sounds in comparison to English. The author, who draws from their own classroom experience, divides the book into two parts: the first part outlines a series of introductory lessons aimed at teaching phonetic symbols and the second part offers a collection of classroom exercises for ear training, articulation, and sound drills. The book underscores the significance of a systematic approach to pronunciation, emphasizing the need to distinguish sounds before attempting to reproduce them. The author also stresses the importance of repeated drills and exercises, which, combined with a well-structured progression from individual sounds to combinations and phonetic texts, help learners develop a clear and accurate French accent. The book's insights on teaching French phonetics remain relevant and valuable for educators seeking to equip their students with the foundational skills necessary for successful language acquisition. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.