Total Physical Response or widely known as TPR was created by Dr. James J Asher, a professor emeritus of psychology at San Jose State University. TPR is a language teaching method. It is based on the coordination of language and physical movement – a combination of verbal rehearsal and motor activity. Here are the main purposes and three main hypotheses outlined by Asher Asher about learning second language that are embodied in the total physical response method.: Asher's Total Physical Response is a "natural method" since Asher views first and second language learning as parallel processes. He argues that second language teaching and learning should reflect the naturalistic processes of first language learning. For this reason, there are such three central processes:
How to use TPR in class? Here is a basic procedure for using Total Physical Response in the classroom:
Let’s watch one of the activities that can be used in teaching the language. It is widely-known as the classic TPR game. Another activities that we might want to use in the classroom are Circle games, Scavenger Hunt Challenge or even can based on songs and nursery rhymes.
For me, TPR help the students immediately understanding the target language. It is memorable, fun and easy to be followed for all categories of students. Besides, TPR can be one of the most useful strategies for the teacher where the class is conducted virtually. By using lessons that incorporate dancing, acting, or gesturing, students are more likely to be entertained and stay happily on task while learning.
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