Role of English Textbooks in Language Skills Development: A Case Study Of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
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https://doi.org/10.47205/plhr.2024(8-III)31Keywords:
Curriculum, English Textbooks, Secondary School Teachers, Language SkillsAbstract
The objectives of the study are to investigate how secondary school teachers view secondary textbooks in relation to the English Curriculum 2006's stated goals, and to identify the issues faced by teachers in using the textbooks to achieve the curriculum’s communicative goals. The study investigates the perception of secondary school teachers towards effectiveness of English textbooks (Grades IX–X) in realizing the language learning objectives delineated in English Curriculum for Secondary Level in Pakistan. Employing a Mixed Methods approach with an Explanatory Sequential design. The findings reveal a generally positive view among teachers on the effectiveness of English textbooks various aspects. The secondary school teachers also expressed satisfaction with how textbooks align with the stated aims of English Curriculum 2006. However, some challenges were identified. The research makes the following recommendations to close these gaps and improve language instruction at the secondary level: upgrading textbooks, offering focused teacher training, and including more interactive activities.
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