A Review of Total Physical Response
Frontiers in Sustainable Development, (2025), Vol.5, No.7, pp.104-107
Published: July 31, 2025
DOI: 10.54691/0q95na30
Abstract
This review explores the theoretical foundations of TPR, including behaviorist theory, the critical period hypothesis, and trace theory, which collectively support the method's effectiveness in language acquisition. While TPR is particularly effective for young learners and beginners, it should be complemented with other teaching methods for more advanced language instruction. This review underscores TPR's valuable role in contemporary language education and advocates for its continued use alongside other integrative approaches.
Keywords:
Total Physical Response; Foreign Language Teaching; Comprehension-based Learning.
APA Citation:
Ding Yuan (2025). A Review of Total Physical Response. Frontiers in Sustainable Development, 5(7), 104-107. https://doi.org/10.54691/0q95na30
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