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Introduction
With the surge of tech education, from high schools to bootcamps, educators are tasked not just with teaching what tech is—but how to speak it properly. Tech pronunciation deserves attention as part of tech literacy.
Why It Should Be in the Curriculum
- Improves comprehension
- Boosts confidence in learners
- Prepares students for interviews
- Enables smoother participation in global communities
Top Strategies for Teaching Tech Pronunciation
1. Use Audio Tools
Incorporate platforms like Google Pronounce or Forvo into the lesson.
2. Practice Speaking
Encourage students to read code or documentation out loud.
3. Roleplay Interviews
Simulate tech interviews where students must use correct terms in conversation.
4. Build a Pronunciation Wall
Add a classroom wall or digital doc with key terms and phonetics.
Key Words to Include in Lessons
- Linux
- Git
- Python
- JSON
- API
- CLI
- SaaS
- DNS
- MySQL
- Kubernetes
Conclusion
Teaching pronunciation isn’t just for language classes. In the tech world, it’s part of professional fluency. Equip students to speak the language of tech confidently and clearly.
