Jane Setter

Jane Setter
Nationality	British
Occupation	Phonetician, Professor
Known for	Work in phonetics and pronunciation

Jane Setter is a renowned British phonetician and professor known for her extensive research and contributions to the field of phonetics, particularly in the areas of English pronunciation and prosody. She is a professor at the University of Reading and has published numerous works that have significantly influenced the study and teaching of English phonetics.

Early Life and Education

Jane Setter was born in the United Kingdom. She developed an early interest in languages and sound, which led her to pursue studies in linguistics. She completed her undergraduate degree in Linguistics at the University of Leeds, where she was first introduced to the field of phonetics. She later obtained her Ph.D. in phonetics from the University of Reading, focusing on the prosodic features of English.

Academic Career

Jane Setter began her academic career as a lecturer in phonetics at the University of Reading. Her research interests include the phonetics of World Englishes, the teaching of pronunciation, and the prosodic features of speech. She has been involved in numerous research projects and has collaborated with scholars worldwide.

Research Contributions

Setter's research has primarily focused on the phonetic characteristics of different varieties of English, including Hong Kong English and British English. She has published extensively on the subject, contributing to the understanding of how English is spoken in different parts of the world. Her work on prosody has also been influential, particularly her studies on intonation and rhythm in English speech.

Publications

Jane Setter has authored and co-authored several books and articles. Some of her notable publications include:

• The Cambridge English Pronouncing Dictionary (co-edited with Daniel Jones and Peter Roach)
• Hong Kong English (co-authored with Cathy Wong)
• Numerous articles in journals such as the Journal of the International Phonetic Association and English World-Wide.

Teaching and Mentorship

As a professor, Jane Setter is highly regarded for her teaching and mentorship. She has developed courses on phonetics and pronunciation that are widely used in linguistics programs. Her approach to teaching emphasizes the practical application of phonetic theory, helping students to understand and analyze the sounds of language in real-world contexts.

Awards and Recognition

Jane Setter has received several awards for her contributions to the field of phonetics. She is a fellow of the International Phonetic Association and has been recognized for her work in promoting the study of English pronunciation.

Also see

• Phonetics
• Prosody (linguistics)
• World Englishes
• English pronunciation
• University of Reading