Theoretical and Practical Developments in English Speech Assessment, Research, and Training: Studies in Honour of Ewa Waniek-Klimczak

This edited book presents and discusses theoretical, practical, and research developments in English pronunciation in order to establish evidence-based directions and recommendations for best practices in English speech assessment, research, and training.

It features leading pronunciation experts from diverse contexts who share cutting-edge research and valuable insights.

The collection consists of six parts. Part 1 introduces the aims, focus, and structure of the book, and describes its intended audience.

Part 2 reviews, provides empirical evidence, and offers critical analyses guiding different aspects of English speech assessment.

Parts 3 and 4 report empirical findings and research perspectives on the perception and production of English speech.

Part 5 shares current practices in phonetic training and their effect on learners and listeners.

Part 6 presents theoretical perspectives on the acquisition of phonology in multilinguals.