INNOVATIVE APPROACHES TO TEACHING ENGLISH PRONUNCIATION USING TECHNOLOGY AND INTERACTION
Keywords:
pronunciation teaching, digital learning, phonology, CALL, learner autonomy, gamification, Uzbek learners, interactive methods, speech technologyAbstract
This research paper investigates advanced and innovative approaches to teaching English pronunciation, with particular emphasis on the integration of digital technologies, learner-centered interaction, and contextualized phonological training. Traditional pronunciation teaching methods, largely based on repetition and mechanical drills, are increasingly inadequate in addressing the complex phonetic challenges faced by modern learners. This study explores how mobile applications, artificial intelligence-based tools, gamification strategies, and collaborative learning environments can significantly enhance learners’ phonological competence, motivation, and autonomy. Special attention is given to Uzbek learners, whose phonetic system differs considerably from English. The findings suggest that combining interactive methodologies with technological tools results in substantial improvements in intelligibility, fluency, and learner confidence
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