Abstract
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Integrating pronunciation instruction into L2 lessons can be an area which teachers
can find challenging and students, anxiety-inducing. Preparing students with an
effective, quick warm-up can help by enhancing both physical and emotional
connections and readiness prior to instruction. This article describes three warm-up
techniques used in L2 classrooms. Drawing on a haptic approach to pronunciation
teaching (one making strategic use of gesture and touch), the warm-ups focus on
engaging students' attention, activating and releasing muscle groups, and moderating
their inhibitions. For the moderately kinaesthetic instructor, the routines can be done
as is, as presented on the linked videos, or tailored more to pronunciation issues
relevant to a specific set of students. Suggestions for alternative types of warm-ups and
further integration into pronunciation instruction are provided.