Communication & Culture

Course code TESO 1232

Credit 3.0

Length 30.0 hours

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In this course, students will continue the exploration of the theory and best practice instructional methodology used to teach pronunciation. Students will also focus on the development of advanced communication skills. Attention is paid to cross-cultural issues and socio-cultural differences in the language classroom, and speech awareness in terms of fluency, delivery and elements of clarity.

Prerequisites

TESO 1127, or TESO 1108.

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • Advanced diagnosis and correction of pronunciation: diagnostic testing
  • Advanced diagnosis and coaching of pronunciation: oral journals
  • Teaching a pronunciation review activity (using advanced application of English phonetics and phonology)
  • Cross-cultural issues in language learning
  • Cultural adjustment
  • Giving effective oral presentations
  • Giving and receiving presentation feedback

Course schedules

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How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Contact us

If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.