A Course Book Evaluation of the American English File Series
Journal Title: Language Teaching Research Quarterly - Year 2017, Vol 2, Issue
Abstract
The present study investigated the American English File series the new edition from the perspective of English Language teachers. The evaluation was done on the basis of a quick reference checklist prepared by Cunningsworth (1995). A total number of 10 EFL teachers who had taught these books before were selected and participated in the study. The data gathered was qualitatively analyzed and the results were reported. Based on the opinions and viewpoints of the participants, the American English File series are suitable for the EFL/ ESL contexts and can be beneficial and useful as a reliable resource in English classes.
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Hamid Ashraf, Sara Kazemi
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