The inclusion of the teaching of pronunciation at lower secondary level in the Czech republic and Ukraine

Abstract

The bachelor thesis aims to compare English pronunciation teaching at the lower secondary level in the Czech Republic and Ukraine. The thesis is divided into a theoretical and practical part, with a focus on comparative analysis of curricular frameworks for lower secondary education in both countries. The practical part aims to investigate the general aims of primary education, foreign language objectives, and expected outcomes, with a specific emphasis on pronunciation teaching at the lower secondary level. The research seeks to identify commonalities and disparities within the curricular frameworks of the two countries, without seeking to establish a hierarchical determination of the "superior" educational system. The study employs a structured comparative research approach, utilizing content analysis to examine the general objectives and contents of lower secondary education, foreign language learning, pronunciation learning, and expected outcomes in the Czech Republic and Ukraine. The thesis aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the educational systems in both countries and their approach to English pronunciation instruction, contributing valuable insights to the field of education.