The Science of Elocution

Your Journey to Becoming an Articulate Speaker.

What you’ll learn
Understand the dynamics of sounds and pronunciation.
Learn to pronounce English words correctly.
Become an articulate Speaker and an excellent Conversationist.
Learn to transcribe English words; fostering articulation.
Develop strong oratory skills.
Command audience attention through excellent speaking.
Enhance personal image and brand through effective communication.

Requirements
An android/iOS device
A strong internet connection
Dedication
Desire to learn
Consistency

Description
Have you realized that what you say is just as important as how you say it?Being knowledgeable and competent in your chosen field is great, however, articulately communicating what you know gives you an advantage. Great communication skills, especially speaking, is a good to have in this time and age and this course is designed to empower you with the knowledge and ability to speak better and articulate your words correctly.In becoming a phenomenal speaker, imitation is good, but definitely not the best! The limitation in imitation is when the imitating stimulus is absent, the speaker gets stranded especially when encumbered by a new or an unfamiliar word and this could be sometimes embarrassing.The Science of Elocution introduces you to the different sounds of the English Language; learning and recognizing them is the foundation of excellent speaking. The course has been built to intelligibly engage you in learning the art of Elocution. There are four (4) sections in the course: The Purpose & Fundamentals of Elocution, Recognizing & Pronouncing Vowel Sounds – Monothongs, Recognizing & Pronouncing Vowel Sounds – Diphthongs and Perfecting Pronunciation of Everyday Words. It promises to be fun and exciting!Welcome to a life of transformation through effective speaking!See you in Class!

Overview
Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 How To Make the Most of this Course

Lecture 3 10 Commonly Mispronounced Words

Lecture 4 Alphabets Versus Sounds

Lecture 5 Classification of Sounds

Section 2: Course Content

Lecture 6 The Vowel Chart

Lecture 7 Monothong /ɪ/

Lecture 8 Monothong /i:/

Lecture 9 Monothong /e/

Lecture 10 Monothong /ɜː/

Lecture 11 Monothong /æ/

Lecture 12 Monothong /a:/

Lecture 13 Monothong /ɔ/

Lecture 14 Monothong /ɔ:/

Lecture 15 Monothong /ʊ/

Lecture 16 Monothong /u:/

Lecture 17 Monothong /ʌ/

Lecture 18 Monothong /ə/

Lecture 19 Comparison of Monothongs

Section 3: Recognizing & Pronouncing Vowel Sounds – Diphthongs

Lecture 20 Diphthong /eɪ/

Lecture 21 Diphthong /aɪ/

Lecture 22 Diphthong /aʊ/

Lecture 23 Diphthong /ɔɪ/

Lecture 24 Diphthong /əʊ/

Lecture 25 Diphthong /eə/

Lecture 26 Diphthong /ɪe/

Lecture 27 Diphthong /ʊə/

Lecture 28 Comparisons: Monothongs Versus Diphthongs

Section 4: Perfecting Pronunciation of Everyday Words

Lecture 29 Tricky Words

Lecture 30 Days of the Week

Lecture 31 Months of the Year

Lecture 32 Numbers 1-20

Lecture 33 Conclusion

Agile minds with a strong desire to upgrade their personal brand through effective speaking.,Young folks who lack the skill and confidence to communicate articulately.,Non-native English speakers looking to enhance their spoken English.,Leaders, Preachers, Public Speakers and other Professionals who desire to upgrade their personal brand.