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    An adaptation of suggestopedia: Enhancing ESL learners’ motivation through music, relaxation techniques, and role playing
    (2015) Feliciano Bonilla, Griselle; Román Pérez, Rosa I.; College of Arts and Sciences - Arts; Irizarry Rodríguez, José M.; Ferrer López, José R.; Rivera Rodríguez, Rosita L.; Department of English; Carrero Figueroa, Rebecca
    This study demonstrates a research done with a group of English as a Second Language (ESL) ninth graders in Puerto Rico which integrated an adaptation of Georgi Lozanov’s teaching methodology Suggestopedia. The first section of this study shows a literature review which explores the origin of Suggestopedia, how it can be put into practice, and how it changes throughout the years as it was adapted in several countries with students of different ages. The second section shows how the incorporation of music, relaxation techniques, and role playing into the classroom are essential characteristics of this methodology with the purpose of enhancing students’ motivation and attitude towards the class as well as their development. Considering the setting of the study that was implemented and its normative documents, the lessons were created to comply with the English Program Puerto Rico Core Standards (2014). Furthermore, the purpose of the study was to enhance the methodology implied in the classroom within a peaceful environment rather than to change the curriculum. Nonetheless, students’ opinions were imperative for the lesson plan development. Therefore, pre and post questionnaires were implemented to obtain their opinion regarding the song integration and to compare and contrast students’ experiences. The results reflected were quite positive and showed that the Suggestopedic methods implemented improved their motivation and participation during class.