The Implementation of Total Physical Response Method in Teaching English Language in Libyan Primary Schools in Al-Marj Region

الملخص

This study investigated the implementation of the Total Physical Response (TPR) method in teaching English to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd-grade primary school students in Al-Marj city, Libya, during the 2023/2024 academic year. It aimed to determine if English language teachers implement TPR in classrooms, understand its principles, and if course books include TPR-based lessons. Using classroom observations and interviews, the study gathered data from English language teachers across five public primary schools in Al-Marj. Findings revealed that the majority of teachers (13 out of 14) were unfamiliar with TPR principles and largely disregarded TPR-based lessons in their teaching. Only one teacher demonstrated familiarity with TPR and its practical application. Furthermore, the course books were found to offer insufficient space for TPR activities. This study recommends professional development workshops and training programs for teachers to enhance their performance in teaching young learners. It also advises curriculum planners to integrate TPR more effectively into the English language curriculum for young learners.