English Pronunciation
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English Pronunciation
SIRStress, Intonation and Rhythm
Caryn T. Davis, Dean of Academic Affairs, February 23, 2013
TOEIC• Test• Of• English for• International • Communication
More Than 25 Years
• Global standard for workplace English language proficiency–5 million test takers each year–180 countries•9,000 locations
The TOEIC Speaking Test• 20 minute online test• Scored by trained evaluators• 8 is the highest score• Test takers receive a written report – Score– Areas of Strengths– Areas for Improvement
TOEIC Speaking TestSAMPLE QUESTIONS
• http://www.ets.org/Media/Tests/TOEIC/pdf/TOEIC_sw_sample_tests.pdf
SIR Pronunciation Practice for the TOEIC Speaking Test
• Codes to access the Pronunciation Practice will be made available to interested faculty and staff. Please contact Mr. Ferraro or Ms. Davis.
Additional TOEIC Preparation & General Pronunciation Practice Websites
TOEIC Tips and Practice:• http://
www.english-itutor.com/TOEIC_SW.html
Pronunciation Practice Websites:• Spokenenglish.com• Manythings.com
What’s Next?
February and March 2013–Review and practice SIR using the TOEIC
Speaking Test module at the Spanish-American Institute–Review additional websites
Taking the TOEIC Speaking Test?
• The tests will be administered starting in April, 2013
• Please inform Mr. Ferraro or Ms. Davis by March 5 if you would like to take the TOEIC Speaking Test