
Welcome to the Accent Reduction Class where you will learn the nuances of speaking like a native speaker without any accent issues.
What do we understand by Rate of Speech
Understanding how the rate of speech affects one's accent.
Comparison of different rate of speech worldwide - High, Low, Medium.
Various easy & practical techniques to reduce the rate of speech in no time.
Understanding different parts of the vocal tract & how they are responsible for creating different sounds.
Number of vowels & number of vowel sounds - two completely different things
In depth understanding of the short vowels with examples.
In depth understanding of the long vowels with examples.
In depth understanding of the diphthongs with examples.
Understanding the basic difference in the positioning of the mouth & the vocal tract while pronouncing vowels & consonants.
Detailed understanding of the voiced and voiceless consonants with examples.
Detailed understanding of the Bilabials and Labiodental consonants with examples
Detailed understanding of the Alveolar consonants and Post Alveolar vowels with examples.
Detailed understanding of the Palatal consonants vowels and Velar consonants with examples.
Detailed understanding of the Plosive and Fricatives consonants vowels with example
Understanding the concept of rhythm in English language, Understanding Content & Function words & how they are related to English rhythm
Understanding the meaning & significance of stress in pronunciation.
Understanding the various stress patterns & techniques.
What is syllable & how it is related to words & word stress.
Wearing off the confusion related to the number of syllables that need to be stressed in a word.
Discussing few major rules of word stress.
How the function words get compressed with appropriate stressing.
Parts of a sentence - How words in a sentence contribute to different types of stress.
How the meaning od a sentence can change based on how & when the words of that sentence are stressed.
Understanding few basic rules for sentence stress.
Disccussing the one and only workable formula to correctly & effortlessly stress while speaking in English
The 2025 Accent Reduction course is your comprehensive guide to overcome the accent challenge while speaking and ensuring that you develop neutral English accent. Many a time, our accent becomes a hindrance in the way of effectively communicating the ideas or sometimes it may lead to misinterpretation. This masterclass is your ticket to mastering the art of clear, confident English speaking with a focus on American English pronunciation and English pronunciation, so that you sound like a native speaker.
Perfect! You’ve made it to the ultimate accent reduction learning experience! This course is a scientific approach to understand your current accent, its drawbacks and how to overcome to sound flawless and confident. The comprehensive course is beginner-friendly and gradually escalates you from learning the key concepts of accent reduction to mastering the applications across different zones of communication, like customer service, public speaking, and daily interactions.
By the end of this course, you will have learned the following skills:
1. Accent Fundamentals: Understanding and Identifying Your Accent
Basics of Accent Reduction, including understanding what a "neutral English Accent" is and why it matters. You’ll learn about the key differences between various English Accents, including American Accent and British Accent, and how they influence communication.
Getting started with Accent fundamentals
Understanding the importance of a neutral English Accent
Identifying key differences in English Accents
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2. Mechanics of Clear Speech: Vocal Resonance, Intonation, and Speech Rhythm
Explore topics like vocal resonance, intonation, and speech rhythm. Learn fun exercises to practice these techniques on your own, enhancing your English pronunciation skills.
Understanding vocal resonance for clear English speaking
Mastering intonation for effective English communication
Practicing speech rhythm for a neutral American English pronunciation
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3. Common Accent Pitfalls: Identifying and Correcting Mistakes
Cover the most common mistakes non-native speakers make when trying to achieve a neutral English Accent. You’ll learn to identify these in your own speech and correct them with guided practice, focusing on English phonetics.
Identifying common pronunciation errors in English speaking
Correcting mistakes with guided practice for better English pronunciation
Avoiding pitfalls in Accent reduction
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4. Practical Accent Exercises: Fine-Tuning Your Speech
Exercises designed to fine-tune your speech, from tongue twisters to breathing techniques, to improve your English pronunciation.
Using tongue twisters for clear articulation in English speaking
Applying breathing techniques for better projection in English communication
Daily exercises for accent improvement
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5. Real-Life Scenarios: Application in Business English and Social Settings
Focuses on role-playing exercises where you’ll practice communicating in business English settings, such as customer service, social gatherings, or even during a job interview.
Practicing communication in business English scenarios
Role-playing social interactions with a focus on professional English
Applying accent reduction in job interviews
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6. Self-Assessment and Feedback: Evaluating and Improving
Evaluate your own progress and continue improving long after the course ends, enhancing your English vocabulary and overall English communication skills.
Evaluating progress in Accent reduction
Continuing improvement after the course with this accent reduction course resources
Personalized feedback on speech samples
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This course is perfect for anyone looking to improve their English pronunciation, master American English pronunciation, or simply enhance their English-speaking skills for personal or professional purposes. Whether you're interested in business English or just want to improve your English accent, this course has you covered.
Meet Your Trainer
Mounata D Majumder is a seasoned professional with 19 years of work experience and 13 years of teaching expertise in the fields of soft skills and behavioral training. She holds an MBA in Human Resources from ISBM and a B.Pharm from KLES College of Pharmacy, along with a Soft Skills Certification from Bodhi Training Solutions. Mounata's career started in 2004 at Convergys India Services, where she worked as an Executive in Sales & Customer Service, handling US clients. Her training expertise spans across domains such as Software, Banking, E-commerce, BPO, Education, Manufacturing, and Healthcare industries, serving professionals at all career levels, from freshers to senior managers. Mounata’s global reach extends to participants in China, Japan, Korea, UAE, Russia, and Europe, offering a truly international training experience. She holds additional certifications, including a Six Sigma Black Belt from NIQC and multiple accolades for outstanding quality, integrity, and performance. With a track record of excellence and a passion for empowering professionals, Mounata is a recognized star performer in her field, known for her engaging, transformative training sessions.