American Accent Training Online Free Class R Vowels Pronunciation

Welcome to our monthly online accent modification class! I’m a nationally accredited Speech-Language Pathologist based in Portland, Oregon, and I’ve specialized in helping non-native English speakers improve their American English pronunciation and professional communication skills for over 25 years.

This class is a great way to improve your American English pronunciation and learn to communicate more clearly and effectively.

This Month’s Focus: R-Colored (R-Influenced) Vowel Sounds
In American English, we have a special category of vowel sounds called “r-colored” or “r-influenced” vowel sounds. These are vowel sounds that are influenced by an /r/ sound within the same syllable.

These sounds are VERY difficult for many non-native English speakers to pronounce—I can’t emphasize this enough. They can also be especially challenging for speakers who learned a non-rhotic variety of British English, in which the /r/ is not pronounced in many of the same positions.
R-colored vowels are also some of the sounds I work on most often with my students.

During the class, we’ll talk about how these sounds can be represented in spelling, how to produce the sounds, including mouth opening, lip position, and tongue placement, and we’ll practice using them in words and sentences.

I’ll provide as much individualized feedback and practice as time allows. I’ll also provide practice materials you can use at home and teach you effective strategies for improving your pronunciation on your own.

Thanks, and I hope to see you soon!

Suggested Donation: $10+
While this event is free to attend, a suggested donation of $10 or more is appreciated to help cover Zoom, materials, Meetup fees, and the time it takes to prepare and lead the class.
100% of donations go directly to supporting this group.

Donation options:
Venmo: @Darren-Packard
PayPal: [darren@packardcommunications.com](mailto:darren@packardcommunications.com)
Zelle: [darrenpackard@hotmail.com](mailto:darrenpackard@hotmail.com)

Class Details
• Please RSVP only if you plan to attend—space is limited, and these sessions often fill up.
• Camera required: Please plan to participate with your camera on.
• Arrive on time: The class begins promptly at 6:00 PM. The Zoom room will close at 6:05 PM sharp.
• You may join up to 15 minutes early—I’ll be there.
• Professional classroom etiquette: Please remain seated and avoid distractions, including moving around or joining while traveling, so everyone can focus on learning.

Thanks again, and I look forward to working with you!

Darren J. Packard, M.S., CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist | Accent & Communication Coach
Owner & Director, Packard Communications
Portland, Oregon
+1 (503) 201-3008
darren@packardcommunications.com
www.packardcommunications.com
www.linkedin.com/in/darrenpackard

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