Esp vocabulary Teaching at the Vocational Secondary School of Furniture Industry

1.3.5. Total physical response method

The Total physical response method (TPR) is based on the fact that a foreign language should be learnt in a similar way as children learn their mother tongue: firstly they only listen to it and do what they are asked for. Therefore, the main skill in TPR is listening with concentration on listening comprehension. Mother tongue is rarely used in lessons. All explanations are done through voice, body language, gestures and actions. Students can listen to a recording while looking at additional materials that help to understand the meaning from context. The main aim is to decrease stress in speaking, make lessons more enjoyable and encourage students to feel more confident and successful. This method is convenient for beginners of all ages but generally it is rather supportive and requires cooperation with other methods.

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   Suggestopedia
   

This method belongs to Accelerated Language Learning developed on the theories of Georgi Lozanov, based on the power of suggestion in learning. It is supported by the use of mostly Baroque music and comfortable environment (decorations and classroom arrangement) that create relaxed but focused state (it is called the alpha state). Various colours and tones of presented materials help to avoid monotony of learning process, emotionalize meaning of language materials and evoke positive mood. Relaxed students can acquire new language naturally and easily, their mind is clear, receptive to information, and rapidly makes connections. The main aim of Suggestopedia is to overcome psychological barriers and to increase confidence. Stress is put on memorization of vocabulary pair – a target item and its translation into a mother tongue. It is good for acquiring language but predominantly for building vocabulary in respect of displaying the right context for usage of certain words. This method is specific and rather supportive, suitable for a certain group of students.