Total Physical Response (TPR) is a language teaching method developed by James Asher, a professor of psychology at San José State University.
It is based on the idea that the best way to learn a new language is to listen to the language and respond to it physically.
In a TPR lesson, the teacher gives commands in the target language and students respond by carrying out the action. For example, the teacher might say "Stand up" in the target language, and the students would stand up. This helps students learn new vocabulary and grammar by linking the words and phrases to physical actions.
TPR is often used in language classes for young children, as it is a kinesthetic and visual way of learning that can be very effective. It can also be used with adults and can be adapted to any language. Some advantages of TPR include:
In a TPR lesson, the teacher gives commands in the target language and students respond by carrying out the action. For example, the teacher might say "Stand up" in the target language, and the students would stand up. This helps students learn new vocabulary and grammar by linking the words and phrases to physical actions.
TPR is often used in language classes for young children, as it is a kinesthetic and visual way of learning that can be very effective. It can also be used with adults and can be adapted to any language. Some advantages of TPR include:
- It allows students to learn through movement and action, which can be especially helpful for those who are kinesthetic learners.
- It provides a low-stress and fun way of learning a language.
- It can be used to teach a wide range of language skills, including vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation.
- It can be easily integrated into other language teaching methods and activities.
