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Introduction

• Overview of the course objectives and learning outcomes.

• Understanding the importance of clear pronunciation and effective speaking.

• Setting individual goals and expectations for the course.

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Class 1: Noun Generalization and Vowel Linking

• Understanding how to generalize nouns for easier pronunciation and natural speech.

• Practicing common noun generalizations with various examples.

• Mastering the skill of smoothly linking vowels in consecutive words.

• Recognizing vowel sounds that blend seamlessly when linked.

• Developing fluency and clarity in speech through vowel linking exercises.

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Class 2: Allophones and Hanging on Vowels

• Understanding allophones and their impact on pronunciation.

• Identifying allophonic variations in different speech contexts.

• Mastering the skill of extending vowel sounds for emphasis and clarity.

• Learning when to employ vowel elongation for effective communication.

• Practicing hanging on vowels in various speaking exercises.

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Class 3: Word and Sentence Stress

• Grasping the concept of word and sentence stress for better expression.

• Identifying stressed syllables in words and sentences.

• Applying proper stress patterns to convey meaning and intent effectively.

• Engaging in stress exercises to enhance spoken fluency and coherence.

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Class 4: Reading with Proper Stress and Intonation

• Enhancing reading comprehension and pronunciation through topic-based articles.

• Practicing proper stress, intonation, and pronunciation while reading aloud.

• Incorporating stress and intonation variations to convey emotions and context.

• Improving overall spoken fluency and clarity through reading exercises.

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Class 5: Past Tense Endings and Phrasal Verbs

• Mastering the pronunciation of regular past tense endings (-t, -d, -id).

• Understanding the rules for selecting the correct past tense ending.

• Practicing common phrasal verbs and their proper pronunciation.

• Incorporating phrasal verbs into everyday speech and conversations.

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Class 6: Linking Vowels in Phrases

• Developing the skill of linking vowels in phrases for smooth speech.

• Practicing vowel linking across different phrases and sentence structures.

• Applying linked vowels to achieve natural and fluid communication.

• Enhancing spoken fluency and coherence through vowel linking exercises.

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Class 7: Using Stress and Duration to Convey Emotion

• Understanding how stress and duration influence emotional expression.

• Practicing stress and duration variations to convey different emotions effectively.

• Applying appropriate stress and duration in role-playing scenarios.

• Using emotion-focused exercises to improve expressive speech.

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Class 8: Stress in Longer Words and Silent Syllables

• Developing the ability to stress syllables in longer and complex words.

• Practicing syllable stress in multisyllabic words for fluency and accuracy.

• Recognizing and pronouncing words with silent syllables.

• Understanding how silent syllables affect the overall rhythm and flow of speech.

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Class 9: Intonation for Positive and Negative Emotions

• Learning how high and low intonation express positive and negative emotions.

• Practicing intonation variations to convey enthusiasm, positivity, and negativity.

• Applying appropriate intonation in role-playing scenarios.

• Recognizing the impact of intonation on overall communication.

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Class 10: Intonation in Questions and Information Requests

• Understanding intonation in different types of questions.

• Practicing intonation for various question forms to seek information effectively.

• Using intonation appropriately when requesting information in real-life situations.

• Enhancing clarity and coherence through intonation in questions.

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Class 11: Intonation in Clauses and Tag Questions

• Mastering intonation in structuring complex clauses.

• Practicing intonation in different clause types for better expression.

• Recognizing different intonation patterns in tag questions.

• Applying appropriate intonation in tag questions to achieve accurate communication.

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Class 12: Reductions and Intonation in Contrastive Responses

• Understanding common reductions in connected speech (e.g., "and," "let me," "have you").

• Practicing the proper pronunciation of reduced forms in various sentences.

• Mastering empathetic stress to emphasize specific words.

• Recognizing the significance of stress in contrastive responses.

• Applying appropriate intonation to convey contrast and emphasis.

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Class 13: Intonation in a Series and Specified Topics

• Understanding how intonation guides the organization of lists and series.

• Practicing intonation for clarity and coherence in lists and structured topics.

• Applying appropriate intonation to convey information in lists and series.

• Engaging in structured conversations on specific topics to expand vocabulary.

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Class 14: Stress in Adjectives and Empathetic Stress

• Mastering stress patterns in adjectives for clear and impactful communication.

• Differentiating between adjectives with varying stress placements.

• Applying empathetic stress in various contexts to convey emphasis and emotion.

• Improving the expressive power of speech through empathetic stress exercises.

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Class 15: Free-Form Conversations and IELTS-Style Speaking Test Practice

• Engaging in free-form conversations to develop spontaneous speaking skills.

• Receiving corrective feedback on pronunciation, stress, and intonation.

• Practicing IELTS-style speaking test questions to prepare for the exam.

• Gaining confidence in handling various speaking tasks for the IELTS test.

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Final Review 

• Reviewing key concepts and progress made throughout the course.

• Reflecting on individual speaking improvements and achievements.

• Providing further resources and tips for continued practice.

• Wrapping up the course and celebrating improved speaking abilities.