Explain why it is important for teachers to know this information, and how it impacts students.

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How much do you know 4? LPA task 2
Define and describe basic phonology of English including the following classifications and characteristics of speech:
Voicing and voiceless
Places of articulation
Manners of articulation
Non-distinctive features that do not distinguish phonemens.
Explain why it is important for teachers to know this information, and how it impacts students.

How much do you know 5? LPA task 3
Define and describe Standard American English, dialects, and creoles, including specific features and examples.
Discuss some difficulties that students who speak nonstandard English may encounter.
Discuss possible ways teachers can address problems presented by the differences between SAE and dialects or creoles.
List and evaluate at least 5 different online teacher-focused resources related to SAE and dialects or creoles.
List and evaluate at least 8 different student-focused resources that teachers can use to support competence in SAE, including at least 2 non-Internet based resources.

How much do you know 6? LPA task 4
Define and describe four different types of error correction in spoken English. Keep track of your relevant research for this topic.
Define and describe three potential challenges for providing effective written corrective feedback for ESL students.
Explain at least 5 factors that effective teachers must consider before providing corrective feedback to ESL students.

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