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    “Total physical response (tpr) method to develop the english listening skill in efl students”
    (Ecuador : Pujilí : Universidad Técnica de Cotopaxi (UTC), 2024-08) Poalacin Pilaguisin, Alicia Maribel; Aysalla Guanoluisa, David Fernando; Cando Guanoluisa, Fabiola Soledad
    In teaching English to preschool children, the TPR method is presented as an effective alternative by combining physical actions and body movement with the principles of natural language acquisition; this research analyze the use of the Total Physical Response method for the development of listening skills in students from 3 to 4 years of age in a private English course in San Felipe of Latacunga in 2024.Triangulation was used as a method of data analysis, combining various sources of information to obtain a more complete view of the phenomenon studied. The research techniques included direct observation, for which a teacher's diary, observation sheet and reflection form were used. Triangulation was used as a method of data analysis, combining various sources of information to obtain a more complete view of the phenomenon studied. The research techniques included direct observation, for which a teacher's diary, observation sheet and reflection form were used. An increase in their ability to understand and respond to short instructions in English was observed, as well as increased motivation and participation in the activities. In addition, some challenges were identified, such as the need to adapt activities to the different learning rhythms of each girl and the importance of having varied and attractive teaching materials, so it is concluded by pointing out that the TPR method is effective for the development of listening skills in preschool children.