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