What is a tpr?

TPR stands for Total Physical Response, a language teaching method developed by James Asher in the 1960s.

TPR is based on the idea that language learning should mimic the way children acquire their first language, through a combination of listening and physical response. In a TPR lesson, students are given commands and guided through physical actions to help them associate the language with movement and understand the meaning of the words in a more immediate and concrete way.

TPR is particularly effective for beginners and young learners, as it helps build vocabulary and comprehension skills in a natural and engaging manner. It can also be used to teach grammar and sentence structure, as students are encouraged to respond to commands using the appropriate linguistic structures.

Overall, TPR is a fun and interactive approach to language learning that can be adapted to a wide range of ages and proficiency levels.