STAR Intonation

The STAR program is an acronym for Stage Technique Accent Reduction. It is a unique fusion of advanced pronunciation systems and stage acting techniques which serve to give students the theory needed to speak naturally, while simultaneously allowing them to practice learned theory in a realistic speaking environment. In this course students will work on scripts and acting to improve the clarity of English words by adding emotions.
This gives students a chance to have fun while becoming more confident in speaking!

Highlights

You will learn about English intonation while building your confidence speaking.
This program will help you sound more native-like when speaking English.
Learn about the differences in dialects.
Compare your before and after progress using videos.
One on one feedback from the teacher.
Specialized program that uses Stage Technique Accent Reduction.

Timetable

Afternoon

1:15 PM - 2:15 PM

Intonation warm-up, study, word stress

2:15 PM - 2:30 PM

Break

2:30 PM - 3:15 PM

Role-plays, acting, intonation games

Class Outcomes

- Identifying tongue and mouth muscles
- Short and long vowel distinction
- Jump Up Step Down Intonation to produce emotion and meaning
- Emotions!
- Finding and using Schwa
- Pronunciation Practice
- Differences in Dialects
- Contraction pronunciation
- Syllable and word stress
- Creating and practicing natural style in dialogues

Delivery Methods

- Pair work
- Group work
- Recorded Day 1 / 20 Readings
- Fully Recorded Acting Presentation
- Understanding natural speaking style
- Application of studied topics
- Realistic usage of rhythm
- Pronunciation, intonation and effective pausing

Evaluation

Individual speaking style feedback

Attendance Policy

Regular attendance is required to be successful in this class. You are expected to attend all classes. Students missing more than three (3) days per session will not be qualified for certification.

Materials

STAR workbook
Handouts
Video recordings