2. Total Physical Response
Other methods = students speaking the target language since the first day 1960 and on – How about understanding first, and then, producing??? This is exactly the acquisition process of our native language.

3. Total Physical Response
Natural Approach
Self-instructional program or The Learnables
Lexical Approach
TOTAL PHYSICAL RESPONSE

4. Total Physical Response
According to James Asher, following directions given by the instructor of the target language is the fastest and least stressful way of having an understanding of it.

5. Total Physical Response
Teacher’s role = give commands Student’s role at first = answer the commands through an action.

6. Total Physical Response
Action sequence example “Take out a pen. Take out a piece of paper. Write a letter (imaginary). Fold the letter. Put it in an envelope. Seal the envelope. Write the address on the evelope. Put a stamp on the envelope. Mail the letter.”

7. Total Physical Response
Why use it?
The learner enjoys his learning process
The learner boosts his self-esteem
TPR reduces their anxiety and stress
The learner will speak when he is ready
The learner interacts with both teacher and colleagues