The table above indicated that the evaluators assumed that this coursebook provides a balance activities. There is an even distribution of free vs controlled exercises and tasks that focus on both fluent and accurate production and the evaluators also agreed that the activities in this coursebook encourage sufficient, communicative and meaningful practice.
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The table above indicated that the evaluators assumed that this coursebook provides a balance activities. There is an even distribution of free vs controlled exercises and tasks that focus on both fluent and accurate production and the evaluators also agreed that the activities in this coursebook encourage sufficient, communicative and meaningful practice.
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Coursebook Evaluation Checklist YES NO
Practical The coursebook is relevant with the curriculum
Consideration The textbook is easily accessible The textbook is a recent publication A teacher’s guide, workbook, and audiotapes accompany the textbook
Layout and The textbook includes a detailed overview of the
Design functions, structures and vocabulary that will be taught in each unit. The layout and design is appropriate and clear The textbook is organized effectively. An adequate vocabulary list or glossary is included An adequate set of evaluation quizzes or testing suggestions is included The teacher’s book contain guidance about how the textbook can be used to the utmost advantage. The material objectives are apparent to both the teacher and student.
Activities The textbook provide a balance of activities (Ex. There
is an even distribution of free vs controlled exercises and tasks that focus on both fluent and accurate production The activities encourage sufficient communicative and meaningful practice The activities incorporate individual, pair and groupwork
The grammar points and vocabulary items are
introduced in motivating and realistic contexts The activities promote creative, original and independent responses The tasks are conducive to the internalization of newly introduced language. The textbook’s activities can be modified or supplemented easily
Skills The materials include and focus on the skills that
I/my students need to practice The materials provide an appropriate balance of the four language skills. The textbook pays attention to sub-skill, i.e. listening for the gist, note-taking, skimming information, etc. The textbook highlights and practices natural pronunciation (i.e. –stress and intonation) The practice of individual skills is integrated into the practice of other skill. Language Type The language used in the textbook is authentic- i.e. like real-life English. The progression of grammar points are presented with brief and easy examples and explanations. The language used is at the right level for the students current English ability.
Subject and The subject and content of the textbook is relevant to
Content the students’ needs as English language learner(s) The subject and content of the textbook is generally realistic. The subject and content of the book is interesting, challenging and motivating. There is sufficient variety in the subject and content of the textbook The materials are not culturally biased and they do not portray any negative stereotypes.