International Journal of Development in Social Sciences and Humanities

Language teaching methodologies play a crucial role in facilitating effective language acquisition and proficiency development. This abstract presents a comparative analysis of two prominent language teaching approaches: Total Physical Response (TPR) and Audio Lingual Method (ALM). Total Physical Response emphasises the use of physical movements and actions to enhance language learning. Learners respond to verbal commands and instructions through bodily movements, creating a kinesthetic and experiential learning environment. TPR capitalises on the natural relationship between language and physicality, promoting a contextually rich and immersive language learning experience. This method has been particularly effective in teaching young learners and those with limited language proficiency, as it reduces cognitive load and fosters a positive affective learning environment. On the other hand, the Audio-Lingual Method places significant emphasis on aural and oral skills. Learners engage in repetitive drills and dialogues, focusing on accurate pronunciation, intonation, and grammar patterns. ALM utilizes audio recordings and dialogues as primary instructional materials, aiming to develop automaticity and fluency in target language use. This method draws inspiration from structural linguistics and behaviourist theories, emphasising the importance of habit formation through extensive practice and reinforcement. This research will consist of four sections and rounds of concluding remarks as well as references.