TEACHING PRONUNCIATION AND ACCENT AWARENESS OF SECOND-YEAR STUDENTS
Abstract
Pronunciation is a fundamental component of second language acquisition and plays a decisive role in learners’ communicative competence. For second-year university students, pronunciation instruction requires a more systematic and analytical approach than at the beginner level. At this stage, learners already possess foundational grammatical and lexical knowledge; however, persistent pronunciation difficulties may hinder intelligibility and confidence. This article explores theoretical perspectives and practical strategies for teaching pronunciation and developing accent awareness among second-year students. Particular attention is paid to suprasegmental features, communicative intelligibility, learner autonomy, and the integration of technology. The article argues that pronunciation teaching should aim not at eliminating learners’ accents but at improving clarity, flexibility, and awareness of global English varieties.
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