W9 Pronunciation Lab 3
A1-B1 Vets level
Description
Materials
Main Aims
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Students identify and practice difficult sounds effectively.
Subsidiary Aims
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Students demonstrate improvement by the end of the session.
Procedure (50-60 minutes)
Tongue Twister Game: Students attempt English tongue twisters to relax and prepare for focused pronunciation. Example: “She sells seashells by the seashore.”
Focus Sounds: /b/ vs. /v/ (e.g., vet vs. bet) /ʃ/ vs. /s/ (e.g., sheep vs. ship) /ɪ/ vs. /iː/ (e.g., live vs. leave) Activity: Minimal pairs worksheet - Students listen and identify correct sounds. Practice: Students repeat words and sentences focusing on the target sounds.
Audio Clips: Phrases containing minimal pairs. Students choose the correct word based on what they hear. Example: “Did you say live or leave?” “Was it vet or bet?”
Students read short passages aloud, focusing on proper pronunciation. Instructor provides correction and feedback.
Instructor highlights common pronunciation mistakes and provides strategies for improvement.