Single National Curriculum: Exploring the Integration of Vocabulary and Grammar in English Grade V Textbook

Abstract

The present study attempts to investigate the impact of a single national curriculum in Pakistani English textbooks. It intends to explore whether the goals of SNC have been met in the textbook understudy or not. An English textbook for grade V was chosen for meticulous evaluation. The research used a qualitative method approach in which data was collected through the evaluation of textbook by researchers. A checklist was developed in line with student learning outcomes (outlined in the Single National Curriculum, 2021). Each competency/SLO was examined individually and then each competency was separately analyzed. Overall results, reveal that vocabulary and grammar need to be added properly ensuring an equal proportion of each grammar and lexical area in the English textbook. Recommendations have been made for the inclusion of SNC competencies and learning outcomes for the improvement of the textbook.