Total Physical Response (TPR) is a method that was developed by James Asher in the late 1960s, with the goal of helping students acquire a second language. The main assumption is that a second language can be learned in the same way as the first – through the same natural processes. So, TPR tries to mimic these processes by requiring students to respond to commands, which in turn require physical movements . Naturally, this method was embraced by ESL teachers back then, but it is still quite popular today, particularly when teaching children or beginners. The advantages: ESL activities with TPR are tremendous fun for students , even for grown ups once they become less self-conscious. But it is precisely because children are less self-conscious about moving their bodies around the classroom, that these activities are excellent ways to get young learners up and about . Although they require more out of teachers, physically-speaking, they require less preparation. F...
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