Week 5 English Didactics I

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TPR  AND SUGGESTOPEDIA METHOD

Hey there, language learners! Ready to supercharge your learning journey? Welcome to my blog!

 

This week, we explored two methods: Total Physical Response (TPR) and the Suggestopedia Method. Join me in learning more about them!

 

TPR METHOD

Total Physical Response (TPR) is a teaching method that involves using physical activities to learn language. The more that you include movements in your classroom, the better. The TPR works better with young learners (YL) and very young learners (VYL).

 



Now, I will conduct a SWOT analysis to outline this method's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats, giving you a clearer picture of its advantages and disadvantages.

Strengths

Good for young learners

Weaknesses:

 A lot of distractions

Some students are not comfortable doing physical activities.

It is quite difficult to see how this approach could extend beyond the beginner level.

It is not a convenient method for someone who needs to learn a language quickly.

It is a childish method to use for advanced learners.

Opportunities

A good way to teach vocabulary and short commands.

Threats:

 Too noisy, you can disrupt surrounding classes. 


TPR METHOD: https://youtu.be/MDejkqAQ_h0?si=IngC54Wk-DzDvzbj




SUGGESTOPEDIA METHOD

 

Next, we learned about The Suggestopedia Method which is a method of teaching a foreign language where students learn quickly in a relaxed, interested, and positive environment. This method has its origins in the 1970s.

One of the ideas behind Suggestopedia is to find a way to concentrate or focus despite the surrounding distractors.

What matters in suggestopedia is the affective filter, which is about feeling good during the classes. You stimulate the affective filter internally and externally.

Internal: previous experiences

External: External Stimuli

USE OF MUSIC IN SUGGESTOPEDIA

 

Music is used in the Suggestopedia method because it can help create a relaxed and positive learning environment. It can also help students feel more engaged and interested in the material being taught. Additionally, music can enhance memory and retention, making it easier for students to remember new words and concepts. 

Music

Activate your creative thinking (for example in a composition class).

To take time (Temporizer).

Review grammar.

Review or introduce vocabulary.

To break the ice   


SUGGESTOPEDIA SWOT 

Strengths:

Creates a relaxed learning environment.

Fosters a positive atmosphere.

Integrates music and arts.

Improves memory retention.

Weaknesses:

Needs trained teachers.

Relies on the teacher.

 skill is Not for everyone.

Opportunities:

Adaptable for various learning styles

Potential for integration with technology

Scope for expanding into diverse subjects.

Threats:

It can be hard to use because it Is different from traditional teaching methods.

Schools and other educational groups might not support or accept it.

People might not understand it correctly, which could make it less effective.

Suggestopedia: https://youtu.be/qC6Y0cc-gI4?si=NKp2_1RR5zTLhtYj

For the rest of the week, we enjoyed interesting presentations about the methods we've learned.

 



Thanks for joining me this week! We've covered TPR and Suggestopedia, showing how they make language learning fun and effective. Keep being creative and positive on your learning journey. Share your thoughts below and stay tuned for more!







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