R & L Education Brown, L: Speaking to Be Understood

Anyone in need of an easily understood self-help book to polish speaking skills will embrace this handy guide. It is based on solid, tried and true, linguistic techniques. Starting with the importance of a competent speaking voice, the development of the vocal instrument, and its use and care, the text moves step-by-step through the English language, based on the International Phonetic Alphabet--the consonants, vowels, and syllables--and their correct pronunciation and placement. The art of public speaking is addressed with helpful information on managing notes, microphones, body language, and even stage fright. The end result can be the ability to meet the challenges of communication technology and English as a second language world wide. An accompanying CD offers advice on speech giving and explains why speaking clearly is so important.