This hypothesis attempts to explain why some people do not acquire language successfully even though they are exposed to understandable content. It hypothesises that there is a “metaphorical barrier” which stops us from successfully learning the language although it is understandable .When our “affect” as in our emotions are influenced negatively while learning we “filter out” understandable concepts (Lightbown and Spada, 2006:37). Krashen’s hypothesises’ were not without
Abstract In this paper we will look at the origin of Total Physical Response (TPR). What is meant by the term Total Physical Response, or TPR, as it is commonly known around the world? Where can we use it and for what age groups is this approach suitable? How can TPR enhance the second language learning experience of young learners? We ask the question if TPR is a useful way to learn vocabulary and idiomatic terms. Lastly we will look at some examples to see how TPR is used in the second language-learning