THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE TOTAL PHYSICAL RESPONSE METHOD IN LANGUAGE LEARNING
Keywords:
Total Physical Response (TPR), language Acquisition, comprehension-based Learning, vocabulary retention, kinesthetic learning, beginner language learners, student Engagement, communicative language teaching (CLT), teaching methods, second language acquisition (SLA)Abstract
This thesis explores the Total Physical Response (TPR) method, a language teaching strategy developed by Dr. James Asher, which integrates physical movement with language acquisition. TPR is widely used in teaching second languages, especially for children and beginners, by encouraging a natural and stress-free learning environment. This study investigates how TPR affects students' language retention, motivation, and engagement. The research further examines the strengths and limitations of TPR, proposing ways to complement it with other methods to address more advanced language learning needs.
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