Show notes
In the fourth episode of ELTtime, we introduce a new feature: TeaBreak. A few of us here at Garnet grab a cuppa, and take half an hour to discuss something we’re passionate about within ELT. Today, Alice, Ella, Jaz and Rosie dive into why it’s problematic that RP is used as a standard, make some light-hearted observations about the differences between the way they speak, and discuss some interesting but bizarre Australian words – do you know what Manchester is? (And no, we don’t mean the city!)Let us know if you enjoyed the episode! Get in touch with any suggestions or questions – you can find us at @garneteducation everywhere!LINKSArticle: Is RP outdated?Article: Why people will beat machines in recognising speech for a long time yetArticle: Australian English in the 20th centuryCHAPTERS0:20 – What’s TeaBreak?1:03 – Introductions (Jaz, Alice, Ella and Rosie)1:40 – Word (antipodean)Australia2:21 – Alice’s Australian accent (8:45)2:41 – Alice’s Background3:12 – British and American spellings and pronunciations3:53 – Non-English speakers and non-British4:41 – Australian vs British words8:08 – Australian stereotypes8:22 – Australian word (galah)Scotland8:59 – Rosie’s Scottish accent9:39 – Alice’s Australian accent10:02 – Is this a ‘dialect’ thing or a ‘my family’ thing?America10:52 – Ella’s American backgroundReceived Pronunciation (RP)11:23 – What is RP and why can it be problematic?11:46 – Class and region divides in pronunciation12:42 – Issues with digital activitiesIs there a ‘correct pronunciation’?15:24 – Regional accent differences16:02 – Slang and class17:26 – Voice recognition and audio issues19:02 – Students mimicking accents19:49 – American media20:07 – Australian word (Manchester)21:00 – Australian idiom (shag on a rock)21:34 – Final thoughts
