The JALT CALL Journal
Vol. 3, No. 1-2, August 2007
Computer-assisted pronunciation instruction as an effective means for
teaching stress
Ali Farhan
AbuSeileek
King Saud
University,
Saudi Arabia
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Abstract:
This study seeks to assess the efficacy of computer-based pronunciation instruction at enabling EFL learners at advanced English language classes at the university level to perceive and produce the correct stress patterns. The study focuses on using the communicative approach in learning stress patterns which is based on providing meaningful, interactive and authentic activities. The findings of the study reveal that computer-assisted pronunciation instruction is effective in improving the EFL learnersf ability to produce and perceive correctly different stress patterns in words, phrases and sentences, and that students also have a positive attitude toward computer-assisted pronunciation instruction and activities.
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