| Presented
by Shelly Wallace
When
you are speaking with Americans, are you often asked to repeat
yourself, even though you have been speaking English fluently
for most of your life?
Gain awareness of patterns in your speech that may be the
source of these communication gaps and misunderstandings when
dealing with Americans and other speakers of English. Find
out how you can "style switch" when necessary, without
compromising your cultural or personal identity. The end result
will be greatly improved rapport and connectivity with your
co-workers, manager, and customers.
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| Who
Should Attend:
Speakers
of Indian English who want to communicate in a way that is
clear and easy for others in the US to understand; those whose
careers depend on the ability to communicate smoothly and
effectively with Americans.
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You
Will Learn:
- Important
differences between Indian English and American English
in terms of intonation and stress
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The specific sounds and blends most characteristic of American
English
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To organize your sentences in “thought groups”
for improved clarity
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The importance of precise sound articulation and complete
word production
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