Clear Talk Mode and the Task-Dynamic Model of Speech Production

Clear Talk Mode and the Task-dynamic Model of Speech Production Why read this?   It’s for people who are a little intense about getting the best out of learning. Does the nature of the speaking task, like the nature of the movement task, change the dynamics of the system? Did you ever do running in a […]

Does Exercise Strengthen Speech Muscles?

You already know that specific exercise will strengthen your skeletal muscles—for example leg muscles for running, football—both soccer and American football– and  arm muscles and upper body exercise for many sports, including tennis.   What about muscles for human speaking?  Skeletal muscle is found throughout the body, attached to bones via tendons. It is also […]

Find What People Want and Need

Find What People Want and Need Come to full attention when you hear the following phrases: “ I want …” “I need…” “My goal is to …” “I’m having a problem with…” “I’m looking for …” “I’m involved in a project that …”

Speech Tip #2

English Speech Tip 2: Short Vowels a, e In this video Dr. Antonia Johnson shows how to pronounce the American English short vowel A and short vowel E. Let us know what sounds or words you would like help with!

Speech Tip #1

English Speech Tip 1: l, r, e “clear” In this video Dr. Antonia Johnson shows how to pronounce the American English word “clear.” She focuses on the English l, r, and long ē sounds. Let us know what sounds or words you would like help with!