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Utopian Goals for Pronunciation Teaching
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Derwing, T. M. (2010). Utopian goals for pronunciation teaching. In J. Levis & K. LeVelle (Eds
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 Pronunciation in Second Language Learning and Teaching Conference,
Iowa State University, Sept. 2009. (pp. 24-37), Ames, IA: Iowa State University. 
Utopian Goals for Pronunciation Teaching 
Tracey M. Derwing 
University of Alberta 
As has often been noted in recent years, pronunciation instruction has received short shrift from 
researchers and teachers alike. Although there is a small and committed body of individuals who 
have worked to encourage the incorporation of pronunciation instruction in English as a second 
language (ESL) classes, pronunciation still tends to be the neglected component of many language 
programs. In this talk, some idealistic goals for pronunciation instruction will be laid out, and 
suggestions for how the TESOL community might work towards achieving those goals will 
addressed. Changes to teacher education, increased pronunciation research, optimal use of 
technology, enhancement of listeners‘ skills, and strategies for increasing students‘ opportunities 
to interact with native speakers are identified as potential approaches to meeting students‘ 
communication needs.