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potential
weaknesses
of TPR?
Group
members:
Tan Yi Xin
Ooi Wei
Zhuang
Mardhiyatun
Disadvantages of
TPR
It is only really suitable for beginner
levels. Whilst it can be used at higher
levels TPR is most useful for
beginners. It is also at the higher
levels where preparation becomes an
issue for the teacher.
The teacher may find that it is limited
in terms of language scope because it
is fairly difficult to give instructions
without using imperatives, so the
language input is basically restricted
to this single form.
Conclusion
It should be emphasized that it was
never intended by its early
proponents that it should extend
beyond beginner level.
TPR should be used in association
with other methods and techniques
because..
Short TPR activities, used judiciously
and integrated with other activities can
be both highly motivating and