Phonological competence or competent phonology

• Autores: Mustapha Moubarik
• Localización: Elia: Estudios de lingüística inglesa aplicada, ISSN 1576-5059, Nº. 4, 2003, págs. 107-115
• Idioma: inglés
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  • In this paper we discuss whether the learner of English should aim at acquiring native-like pronuaciation, or instead, inlelligible pronunciatioa, i. e. competent phonology, is sufficient fon /his//ser aeeds. It offers a brief review of research la language acquisitian un general and phonological campetence in particular. We draw on our lengthy experience as a learner and teacher of foreign languages al boths secondary and tertiary levels. We also discuss pedagogical implications, insisting an the pressing need la enhance home-made materials designed and produced by non-native speakers, because these are better placed lo know the needs of their learnens on the one hand, and the goals of language learning in their own environments on the other.