Digital Interactive Lessons In Phonetics And Phonology: Examples From The Portuguese-Speaking World

  • Clémence Jouët-Pastré Harvard University
  • Andrew Nevins Harvard University
  • Phil Desenne Harvard University
Keywords: Language Teaching, Portuguese, Mid-vowel Contrasts, Information Technology

Abstract

In this paper we describe the motivation, implementation, content, and assessment of a digital workbook used for the teaching of Portuguese phonetics and phonology, focusing on mid-vowel contrasts and their lexical and sociolinguistic impacts. The digital workbook incorporates multimedia into interactive lessons and exercises that accommodate students with diverse learning styles. 

Published
2010-10-27
Section
Articles