English Pronunciation SIR Stress Intonation and Rhythm Caryn
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English Pronunciation SIR Stress, 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 Test SAMPLE QUESTIONS • http: //www. ets. org/Media/Tests/TOEIC/pdf/T OEIC_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. englishitutor. 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
