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by davidc
Mon Jun 30, 2003 4:30 pm
Forum: Pronunciation
Topic: what is the difference between stress and intonation?
Replies: 3
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what is the difference between stress and intonation?

This question has me absolutely stumped. Im trying to create a TEFL glossary of terms, and distinguishing between stress and intonation is proving impossible. It seems that most sources include pitch changes, aspiration and syllable length in the definitions of both terms. Can anyone help me with th...
by davidc
Wed Jun 18, 2003 1:35 pm
Forum: Activities and Games
Topic: Speculation Games...
Replies: 3
Views: 7303

Speculation Games...

Can anyone recommend any good games or activities that let students practice expressing differing degrees of certainty about a given topic?

Im hoping to help intermediate students use hedging devices and mitigation. Any help would be greatfully appreciated.