English Pronunciation: Natural Canadian Accent

Master North American Pronunciation: vowels, consonants, & intonation to speak English with confidence.

What you'll learn

Comprehensive practice of North American English pronunciation through phonics and sound combinations.

Apply pronunciation techniques to real-world conversations, enhancing clarity in personal and professional communication

Conquer common mispronounced English sounds to build your communication skills and speak with confidence

Discover and Master your English accent to reduce linguistic barriers and be HEARD!

Requirements

English level of A2 or above is recommended to fully benefit from the course. This is because A1 (beginner English learners) should build vocabulary and grammar knowledge prior to mastering their pronunciation.

Description

Build your English pronunciation and develop a natural North American, with a focus on the Canadian accent through practical, targeted learning.Focus Areas:- Improve vowel and consonant clarity.- Master stress and intonation patterns.- Practice linking and blending words.- Reduce the influence of your native accent.- Enhance listening and imitation skills.Key Benefits:- Communicate effectively in professional and personal settings.- Gain confidence in spoken English.- Learn techniques for continued improvement.This course is perfect for professionals and students seeking to improve their English pronunciation for international careers. With a structured approach and real-life practice, you will gain the tools to sound more natural and confident in every conversation.Hi! I'm Scott A Native English speaker from the cold, windy city of Winnipeg, Manitoba. With over a decade of experience helping students develop their English communication and become job-ready for international markets, I'm passionate about linguistics and human connections.I've combined years of teaching expertise in phonetics with a personalized approach to ensure every student achieves noticeable progress. Over the years, I have worked with professionals from many industries, guiding them to communicate more clearly and confidently in English through online and in-person lessons. I aim to bring an engaging style, practical techniques, and commitment to your success through this pronunciation course so that you can achieve new opportunities. See you soon :D

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introducing Yourself In English

Lecture 2 Meet your instructor: Scott

Section 2: Pillar 1: Vowels

Lecture 3 Introductions to Vowels - Building Blocks

Lecture 4 Vowels #1 /i/ (as in see) and /ɪ/ (as in sit)

Lecture 5 Vowels #2 /eɪ/ (as in day) and /ɛ/ (as in get)

Lecture 6 Vowels #3 /æ/ (as in cat) and /ʌ/ (as in cup)

Lecture 7 Vowels #4 /uː/ (as in blue) and /ʊ/ (as in foot)

Lecture 8 Vowels #5 /ɔː/ (as in law) and /oʊ/ (as in go)

Section 3: Pillar 2: Consonants

Lecture 9 Introduction to Consonants

Lecture 10 Consonants #1 /p/ (as in pat) and /b/ (as in bat)

Lecture 11 Consonants #2 /t/ (as in top) and /d/ (as in dog)

Lecture 12 Consonants #3 /ʃ/ (as in shoe) and /tʃ/ (as in cheese)

Lecture 13 Consonants #4 /k/ (as in cat) and /g/ (as in go)

Lecture 14 Consonants #5 /f/ (as in fun) and /v/ (as in van)

Lecture 15 Consonants #6 /θ/ (as in think) and /ð/ (as in this)

Lecture 16 Consonants #7 /s/ (as in sit) and /z/ (as in zoo)

Lecture 17 Consonants #8 /m/ (as in man) and /n/ (as in no)

Lecture 18 Consonants #9 /ŋk/ (as in bank) /ŋg/ (as in sing)

Lecture 19 Consonants #10/ l/ (as in light) and /r/ (as in red)

Lecture 20 Consonants #11 /h/ (as in hat) and /w/ (as in win)

Lecture 21 Consonants #12 /dʒ/ (as in jump) and /ʒ/ (as in measure)

Section 4: Pillar 3: Clusters - Combination Sounds

Lecture 22 Pillar 3: Introduction to Clusters

Lecture 23 Cluster #1 /kw/ (as in quick)

Lecture 24 Cluster #2 /st/ (as in stop)

Lecture 25 Cluster #3 /sk/ (as in sky)

Lecture 26 Cluster #4 /ks/ (as in box)

Lecture 27 Cluster #5 /sl/ (as in slide)

Lecture 28 Cluster #6 /sp/ (as in speak)

Section 5: Extra - Common Speech in English

Lecture 29 Contractions - Native English Slang

Lecture 30 3 Different Ways to Pronounce "Ed" Endings

~ Individuals preparing for International Job Markets,~ English learners seeking more clarity in their communication,~ Those living in or immigrating to North America and wishing to increase their English pronunciation,~ A2 English speakers ready to improve their English accent and speak confidently