One model of english intonation, known as discourse intonation brazil, 1997. The interaction of lexical and discourse level categories in second language phonetics kimberly l. This article is brought to you for free and open access by the all journals at byu scholarsarchive. Abstract intonation, long thought to be a key to effectiveness in spoken language, is more and more commonly addressed in english language teaching through the use of speech visualization technology.
A demonstration of david brazils theory of discourse. Introduction under the heading of phonology in this chapter we shall take a brief look at what has traditionally been thought of as pronunciation, but devote most of our attention to intonation. This dissertation investigates the acquisition of second language l2 prosody e. An investigation of the empirical basis for discourse. Specifically, by comparingprosodic characteristics of the first language. Discourse intonation and speaking english as a second. From theory and research to new directions in foreign language teaching calico monograph series, vol. Pdf discourse intonation and systemic functional phonology. Acquisition of second language prosody and the role of. Every language teacher approaches hislher task with certain premises about what language is and how it is used. Phonological and phonetic markers of local and global discourse structure dissertation presented in partial fulfillment of the requirements for. Accompanied by a cassette containing two transcribed recordings and excercise material. It examines the role of intonation in clarifying the relationship between successive utterances, from close cohesive ties middles to major breaks for a new topic ends and beginnings. In linguistics, intonation is variation in spoken pitch when used, not for distinguishing words as sememes a concept known as tone, but, rather, for a range of other functions such as indicating the attitudes and emotions of the speaker, signalling the difference between statements and questions, and between different types of questions, focusing attention on important elements.
Discourse analysis and phonology linkedin slideshare. Validating david brazils theory of discourse intonation. Title exploring the teaching of discourse intonation authors. An overview chapter 3 the consonant system chapter 4 the vowel system chapter 5 connected speech, stress, and rhythm chapter 6 prominence and intonation. Premises for bringing discourse analysis into the language classroom according to the dictionary definition, a premise is something that you sup pose is true and that you use as a basis for developing an idea or a statement. Discourse intonation of english in malaysia and singapore. Discourse intonation and language teaching article pdf available in ilha do desterro 511. This account of the intonation of english is part of ongoing research at the university of birmingham, england. Drawing on data from advanced level eap learners, it advocates a systematic approach to the teaching of the pragmatic and discourse functions of english intonation through a consciousnessraising methodology that uses authentic academic oral texts. Part 1 examines theoretical studies of intonation in l1. Significantly the impulse to look at intonation in discourse came from language teachers or rather, teachers of language teachers. Intonation constitutes an essential element of language in oral communication and is thus subject of linguistic research. While many instructors and students feel it is an important aspect of language to incorporate into a curriculum, it is difficult to teach and often resistant to learning.
Discourse intonation and systemic functional phonology from the phonology to the semantics. While the use of visualization technology is a crucial advance in the teaching of intonation, such teaching can be further enhanced by connecting technology to an understanding of how intonation. Intonation, long thought to be a key to effectiveness in spoken language, is more and more commonly addressed in english language teaching through the use of speech visualization technology. Discourse intonation and language teaching david brazil, malcolm coulthard, catherine johns. Discourse intonation and systemic functional phonology. Classroom discourse describes what happens in classroom. It attempts to take account of how intonation contributes to the communicative value of an act of speech.
Despite its crucial role in communication and language learning, many english language learners have difficulty in using appropriate intonation. The objectives of this book are to emphasize the importance of intonation within the discourse domain and to draw upon research to suggest ways of teaching discourse based intonation to second language l2 learners. Part i pronunciation instruction in perspective chapter 1 the history and scope of pronunciation teaching chapter 2 research on the teaching and acquisition of pronunciation skills part ii the sound system of north american english. Discourse intonation and language teaching book, 1980. Discourse intonation and language teaching and brazil. While the use of visualization technology is a crucial advance in the teaching of intonation, such teaching can be further enhanced by connecting. Discourse analysis describes how such communication is structured, so that it is socially appropriate and linguistically accurate. A number of studies of second language intonation have an underlying assumption of the role of crosslinguistic interference contributing to a foreign intonation lepetit, 1989. The premise that a view of language as discourse and communication, where utterance depends crucially on interactive function within the discourse.
Conversation analysis a discourse approach to teaching. More detailed information can be found by clicking in the appropriate places. The transcription of discourse columbia university. Pdf validating david brazils theory of discourse intonation for. Teaching intonation in discourse using speech visualization technology john levis a, lucy pickering b a teslapplied linguistics, iowa state university, ames, ia 500111201, usa b department of linguistics, school of language and linguistics, georgetown university, washington, dc 200571067, usa abstract intonation, long thought to be a key to e.
An introductory chapter provides a short discussion of some crucial terms. However, teachers still find intonation a difficult and complex area of language, despite attempts to convert discourse intonation di into a teaching programme brazil 1994. Stress and emphasis arent things that most people can learn from studying through computer programs and textbooks. Discourse intonation and language teaching book, 1980 worldcat. Discourse intonation and language teaching david brazil, malcolm. Japansociety japan society language of english language ofenglish education education validatingdavid brazils theory of discourseintonation for. This article argues that with some modifications, a discourse model of intonation can be a valuable resource for the tesol classroom. Dicourse intonation and language teaching free download pdf. D abstract this dissertation examines the interaction between lexical and discourse level categories in second language speech. Discourse intonation and language teaching in doaj.
The handbook of discourse analysis edited by deborah schiffrin, deborah tannen, and. Interpretation of value depends on speakers s and hearers h interactions as they work out particular meanings in particular contexts. Deseret language and linguistic society symposium volume 27issue 1 article 2 3232001 discourse intonation and speaking english as a second language john p. The volume is intended as, and succeeds in being, both an authoritative guide to the field and a contribution to current research forum for modern language studies, vol 39, 2003 the handbook with be a valuable source of information and inspiration for further research in discourse analysis in the context of modern language studies and in linguistics in general. As it fulfils these conditions, this paper finally proposes david brazils discourse intonation theory as the most appropriate theoretical foundation for intonation teaching. Chun 2002 seems to be particularly well suited for use in the efl classroom, much more so than the rather complex traditional models e. Yet, these same features are among the last to be mastered by adult l2 learners. Teaching pronunciation and intonation with computer technology. The first provides an overview of linguistic theories on prosodic elements. Drawing on data from advanced level eap learners, it advocates a systematic approach to the teaching of the pragmatic and discourse functions of english intonation through a consciousnessraising. Discourse and language education evelyn hatch, hatch. It is addressed to international teaching assistants in the usa, but is useful for work on presentations. The teaching of intonation is a problematic area for efl teachers. While traditional models, such as the british intonation pattern approach, the.
Bringing discourse analysis into the language classroom. The handbook of discourse analysis wiley online books. A unique contribution to the literature on teaching pronunciation in l2, this book uses the research done over the years on intonation, and particularly on discourse intonation, as a starting point for a discussion of how to teach discourse intonation in l2. The discoursepragmatic approach to intonation reconceptualizes traditional pedagogical descriptions of. Furthermore, it is hard for students to see how the. Discourse analysis and language teaching malcolm coulthard like other branches of linguistics language teaching has, until. This is done through an examination of discourse intonation features of english spoken in malaysia and singapore. Intonation in text and discourse describes the way in which speech melody, or intonation, is used to signal the structure of spoken texts. Discourse analysis for language teachers michael mccarthy chapter four discourse analysis and phonology 2. David brazil 19251995 was the originator of discourse intonation. Discourse intonation and language teaching article pdf available in ilha do desterro 511 april 2008 with 381 reads.
There are a number of assumptions to bear in mind when we study discourse intonation. This book gives practical experience in analyzing discourse and the study of written language. Raising the pedagogic status of discourse intonation teaching. In this essay, i compare and contrast grammatical model of intonation with discourse intonation model. Halliday and greaves raise the question of the risk of doing this and explain that the lexicogrammar is the theoretical construct that enables us to explain the semogenic meaningmaking power of language as a whole provided that we present it. Classroom discourse includes features, such as modes of interactions, teacher talk, and unequal power relations.
It is simply impossible to hold in mind the transient, highly. Moreover, as for the validity of intonation theory, the importance of the discourse perspective is taken into account. This book first presents the latest linguistic theories of intonation, in particular, how intonation. While the assumption that intonation carries meaning goes widely unchallenged, linguists still argue as to the exact function of intonation. Discourse intonation and language teaching david brazil, malcolm coulthard, catherine johns longman, 1980 audiolingual method language teaching 205 pages. An overview of brazils model of discourse intonation. Oconnor and arnold 1973 or some recent phonological theories. Watch a video by hisa fujio discourse intonation for dummies here. Discourse and language education is part of the cambridge language teaching library series.
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