Theme: The Role of Games in Teaching Pronunciation to A1 Level Learners Group: Done by: Axmadova Iroda Checked by

Exercises used for developing pronunciation habits may be of two groups: recognition exercises and reproduction exercises. Recognition exercises are designed for developing pupil’s ability to discriminate sounds and sound sequences.

Pupils should have ample practice in listening to be able to acquire the phonic aspect of the language. It can be done:

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   By listening to the teacherpronouncing a sound, a sound combination and sensible sound sequences. Thus, a teacher can provide activity for practicing specific sounds.
   

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  Specific Sounds
  
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    Minimal pairs, or words such as 'bit/bat' that differ by only one sound, are useful for helping students distinguish similar sounds. They can be used to illustrate voicing ('curl/girl') or commonly confused sounds ('play/pray'). Remember that it's the sound and not the spelling you are focusing on.
    
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    Tongue twisters are useful for practicing specific target sounds, plus they're fun. Make sure the vocabulary isn't too difficult.
    

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