Consonants of American English Pronunciation

In this first course of The Pronunciation of American English specialization, you will learn and practice all of the consonant sounds of American English, including some pairs of consonants that are especially tricky. Each week you will receive practical advice from successful English learners and practice an effective technique called shadowing to improve your pronunciation of consonant sounds. You will also have opportunities to record yourself and to respond to the recordings of other learners. Only learners who pay for the course will be able to take the graded quizzes or submit assignments for feedback. The free version provides access to the lectures and practice activities only

• Learn and practice all American English consonant sounds
• Receive practical weekly advice to improve pronunciation
• Apply shadowing technique to enhance consonant pronunciation
• Record and respond to peer recordings

• Basic computer and internet skills
• Ability to read course instructions in English and complete short activities