Total Physical Response (TPR) is a language teaching method developed by James Asher that uses physical movement and actions to help students learn a language. It is based on three principles: understanding spoken language should develop before speaking; understanding evolves through student body movement; and students should not be forced to speak but will speak spontaneously. TPR aims to teach oral proficiency at beginning levels through comprehension and action-based drills in the imperative form. While flexible, it may not be suitable for all learners and teachers need training to implement it effectively.

1. Total Physical Response Hodra Capote Gómez Seccion: 002

2. Introduction Theory of Learning Objectives Myths Advantages & Disadvantages Activities Conclusions

3. Introduction Total Physical Response is a language learning method based on the coordination of speech and action. It was developed by James Asher, a professor of psychology at San Jose State University, California.

4. Theory of learning There are three principles he elaborates; Understanding the spoken language should develop before speaking the language. Understanding should evolve through the movement of the student’s body. Students should not be forced to speak. The student will produce sounds spontaneously .

5. Objectives Teaching oral proficiency at a beginning level. Using comprehension as a means to speaking. Using action-based drills in the imperative form.

6. Myths T.P.R. will only work for children. T.P.R. is limited to the imperative. T.P.R. is limited to beginning students.

7. Advantages It is totally flexible. For example, the teacher takes little steps to make learners pace. It is relaxing for students and students learn at their own pace. There is rapid understanding and long-term retention of new language.

8. Disadvantages Learners may not have enough vocabulary to understand the program. Learners may feel insecure when they are in class with students in the traditional classroom. TPR may be depressing for students if the teacher is not familiar with the program.

9. Activities The Pointing Game. Identifying Emotions. Working with Shapes. Following Recipes. Etc…

10. Conclusions

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