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OverviewDrawing upon theoretical and methodological paradigms from speech science and applied linguistics, this study advances our understanding of the factors that constrain attainment and assessment of second language pronunciation. Its innovative aspects are the inclusion of unexplored language combinations and the triangulation of several research instruments. Speech ratings by native speaker judges in combination with interviews suggest that assessment of second language pronunciation entails a broad spectrum of influences. The work contributes to the evidence against a simply construed critical period for phonological development and it reveals insights into the social relativity of accent. Thus, the myth, that the native speaker is a competent rater in all cases and always, is deconstructed. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Tanja AngelovskaPublisher: Peter Lang AG Imprint: Peter Lang AG Edition: New edition Volume: 495 Weight: 0.280kg ISBN: 9783631631072ISBN 10: 3631631073 Pages: 354 Publication Date: 06 January 2012 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Out of stock  The supplier is temporarily out of stock of this item. It will be ordered for you on backorder and shipped when it becomes available. Table of ContentsContents: Ultimate attainment – Second language pronunciation – Spoken language proficiency – Second language speaking and reading processes – Individual differences in ultimate attainment – Second language speech assessment – Speech perception – Rating competence of the native speaker – Native speakers’ attitudes.ReviewsAuthor InformationTanja Angelovska holds a PhD in English Linguistics and Language Teaching from Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität in Munich. Her research focuses on second and additional language acquisition, speech attainment and assessment, and the interplay of languages in the multilingual mind. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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