EFFECTIVENESS OF THINK-PAIR-SHARE STRATEGY ON EFL KERALA LEARNERS IN VOCABULARY ACHIEVEMENT

This study employed a quasi-experimental design to examine the impact of the ThinkPair-Share (TPS) strategy on the vocabulary achievement of 8th English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners in Kerala. It also explored learners' perceptions of the values of practicing the TPS strategy. The research was conducted during the 2023 - 2024 academic year and involved two groups: a control group and an experimental group. Data collection was carried out using a vocabulary test and a student perception questionnaire. Both groups underwent pretesting to evaluate their vocabulary levels and ensure comparability. Over four weeks, the experimental group participated in TPS-based activities, while the control group was taught using traditional methods. After treatment the attitude towards TPS was assessed for experimental group by student perception questionnaire