Keywords
TPR
language learning
teaching method
second language
James Asher
How to Cite
Abstract
Total Physical Response (TPR) is a language teaching method created by Dr. James J. Asher in the 1960s. It links words and physical actions, imitating how children naturally learn their first language. This article explains the idea behind TPR, how it is used in classrooms, its benefits and drawbacks, and why it is still useful today. The review shows that TPR is especially helpful for beginners and young learners, and that combining it with other methods can improve results.References
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