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Pronunciation in a Distance Learning Environment Marsha Chan Mission College, Santa Clara, CA and Sunburst Media, Sunnyvale, CA

Pronunciation in a Distance Learning Environment

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Two models for a distance learning pronunciation class are proposed. A checkout model employs audio-visual instructional media used at home, followed by regular meetings with students. An online model incorporates additional technology such as computer-based recordings transmitted via the Internet. Different educational contexts are considered.

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Pronunciation in a Distance Learning

Environment

Pronunciation in a Distance Learning

EnvironmentMarsha Chan

Mission College, Santa Clara, CA andSunburst Media, Sunnyvale, CA

Marsha ChanMission College, Santa Clara, CA and

Sunburst Media, Sunnyvale, CA

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Survey: online pronSurvey: online pron

410 students in 22 intermediate to advanced ESL classes at Mission College participated in a survey.

Results 65 Very interested 149 Interested 158 Uninterested 38 Very uninterested(Only 11 currently enrolled in online class 8 int, 3 un.)

410 students in 22 intermediate to advanced ESL classes at Mission College participated in a survey.

Results 65 Very interested 149 Interested 158 Uninterested 38 Very uninterested(Only 11 currently enrolled in online class 8 int, 3 un.)

(214) 52.2%

(196) 47.8%

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Two ModelsTwo Models

Online Community Colleges Universities Corporate Training

DVD check-out + f2f contact Adult Education Centers Community-Based Organizations

Online Community Colleges Universities Corporate Training

DVD check-out + f2f contact Adult Education Centers Community-Based Organizations

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Online ModelCollege, University

Online ModelCollege, University

Students desire flexibility Anytime learning Save commute, parking

Students access online website Syllabus Weekly assignments Sound and video files delivered/linked Digital drop boxes Discussion boards

• Students earn college credit• Student learning objectives• Homework, assessments

Students desire flexibility Anytime learning Save commute, parking

Students access online website Syllabus Weekly assignments Sound and video files delivered/linked Digital drop boxes Discussion boards

• Students earn college credit• Student learning objectives• Homework, assessments

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Information webpageInformation webpage Pronunciation course description, units Prerequisites & advisories Course objectives Course topics Instructor contact information Orientation dates, times & places Pronunciation course materials

Textbook Audio CDs DVDs or CD-ROMs

Equipment needed Computer with Internet access Headset (earphones & microphone) or speaker & mic CD player* or iPod DVD player* *standalone or in computer

Methods of instruction and assessment Web registration link & info

Pronunciation course description, units Prerequisites & advisories Course objectives Course topics Instructor contact information Orientation dates, times & places Pronunciation course materials

Textbook Audio CDs DVDs or CD-ROMs

Equipment needed Computer with Internet access Headset (earphones & microphone) or speaker & mic CD player* or iPod DVD player* *standalone or in computer

Methods of instruction and assessment Web registration link & info

Sample DL info page

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On-campus orientationin a computer lab

On-campus orientationin a computer lab

Pedagogical objectives Course Overview: expectations, objectives, outcomes

Orientation to Course Management System Site navigation Communication

Demonstration of course materials Textbook Audio CDs DVDs or CD-ROMs

Teach how to use sound recording software: download, record, edit, save as mp3, send, receive

administrative objectives Ensure students are registered Authorize student adds

Pedagogical objectives Course Overview: expectations, objectives, outcomes

Orientation to Course Management System Site navigation Communication

Demonstration of course materials Textbook Audio CDs DVDs or CD-ROMs

Teach how to use sound recording software: download, record, edit, save as mp3, send, receive

administrative objectives Ensure students are registered Authorize student adds

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Sample websiteSample website

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Assignment folderAssignment folder

Sample Assignment1. Phrase by Phrase Chapter 2, Sounds in Context Phrase by

Phrase 1, 2, and 3: Mark the sounds on pages 18-19. Review the whole chapter using your DVD, book, and audio CD.

2. Listen to the Sample recordings by students. Lessons > Phrase by Phrase Audio/Video/Web Resources > Sample recordings by students. Notice how those recordings meet the criteria of the assignment.

3. Do /s/, /z/, /iz/ practice quizzes 1 and 2.4. Record your voice several times, following the instructions on

the assignment sheet. Listen to your recording and make revisions. Speak loudly, clearly, and enthusiastically. Ensure that your recording time fits within the limits.Part 1: Liz's Exercise Program (75-90 seconds)Part 2: An oral composition of your own. (75-90 seconds).Select your best file and export it as an mp3. Use this file naming convention: LastnameFirstname_ChapterNumber.mp3Example: Maria Lopez, please name your file LopezMaria_Ch02.mp3

5.Send your file to the Chapter 2 drop box.

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Practice QuizzesPractice Quizzes

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Student Sound FilesStudent Sound Files

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Audio/Video/Web Resources

Audio/Video/Web Resources

Audio files

Photos

Songs

Web links (text, audio, video,

images, interactive exercises)

Audio files

Photos

Songs

Web links (text, audio, video,

images, interactive exercises)

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Delivery Alternatives Delivery Alternatives

Completely online (except orientations)

Online–On-campus Hybrid 51+% online 49-% face-to-face

Synchronous–Asynchronous Distance Learning Hybrid Online asynchronous Online synchronous web conferencing

Completely online (except orientations)

Online–On-campus Hybrid 51+% online 49-% face-to-face

Synchronous–Asynchronous Distance Learning Hybrid Online asynchronous Online synchronous web conferencing

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Orientation 2if synchronous sessions

Orientation 2if synchronous sessions

Live interactive web seminar CCC Confer, WebEx Login , equipment, plugin, help Participation by web chat Oral communication by telephone or using

VOIP & headset Application sharing Web camera Accessing archives

Live interactive web seminar CCC Confer, WebEx Login , equipment, plugin, help Participation by web chat Oral communication by telephone or using

VOIP & headset Application sharing Web camera Accessing archives

CCC Confer

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Check-out ModelAdult & Community EducationCheck-out ModelAdult & Community Education

Students desire flexibility Family, work, health, legal issues affect

regular class attendance Students want to learn more & faster

With DVDs, family members learn too Proven pronunciation curriculum Adult Ed is A.D.A. driven

Collect ADA from DVD learning at home

Students desire flexibility Family, work, health, legal issues affect

regular class attendance Students want to learn more & faster

With DVDs, family members learn too Proven pronunciation curriculum Adult Ed is A.D.A. driven

Collect ADA from DVD learning at home

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Information meetingInformation meeting Purposes of the pronunciation class

Improve pronunciation, intelligibility Improve listening discrimination

Equipment needed CD player DVD player, VCR, or computer

Pronunciation materials demonstration Textbook, workbook or worksheets Audio CDs or cassette tapes DVDs, videotapes or CD-ROMs

Weekly time commitment 10 hours at home 20 minutes at school

Class sign-ups

Purposes of the pronunciation class Improve pronunciation, intelligibility Improve listening discrimination

Equipment needed CD player DVD player, VCR, or computer

Pronunciation materials demonstration Textbook, workbook or worksheets Audio CDs or cassette tapes DVDs, videotapes or CD-ROMs

Weekly time commitment 10 hours at home 20 minutes at school

Class sign-ups

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First 20-minute meetingFirst 20-minute meeting

Pedagogical objectives Review how to use course materials

Textbook, workbook or worksheets Audio CDs or cassette tapes DVDs, videotapes or CD-ROMs

Assign first lesson Respond to student’s questions

Administrative objectives Check materials out Generate contact hours

Pedagogical objectives Review how to use course materials

Textbook, workbook or worksheets Audio CDs or cassette tapes DVDs, videotapes or CD-ROMs

Assign first lesson Respond to student’s questions

Administrative objectives Check materials out Generate contact hours

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Subsequent 20-min meetingsSubsequent 20-min meetings

Pedagogical objectives Review previous lesson Assess student learning Respond to student’s questions Introduce next lesson Encourage persistent learning

Administrative objectives Check materials in and out Generate contact hours

Pedagogical objectives Review previous lesson Assess student learning Respond to student’s questions Introduce next lesson Encourage persistent learning

Administrative objectives Check materials in and out Generate contact hours

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Sample pronunciation materials for DL

Sample pronunciation materials for DL

Phrase by Phrase Pronunciation 16 lessons on American English rhythm, stress,

intonation, vowels and consonanta Intermediate–Advanced ESL Textbook (10 pp How to, 172 pp lessons) 5 DVDs (8 hrs 34 min) 5 Audio CDs

Connected Speech CD-ROM Three levels - Lower Intermediate, Upper

Intermediate, Advanced

http://www.sunburstmedia.com

Phrase by Phrase Pronunciation 16 lessons on American English rhythm, stress,

intonation, vowels and consonanta Intermediate–Advanced ESL Textbook (10 pp How to, 172 pp lessons) 5 DVDs (8 hrs 34 min) 5 Audio CDs

Connected Speech CD-ROM Three levels - Lower Intermediate, Upper

Intermediate, Advanced

http://www.sunburstmedia.com