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TEACHING MATERIALS IN ELT by Matsuda (2012) :red_flag: - Coggle Diagram
TEACHING MATERIALS IN ELT by Matsuda (2012) :red_flag:
traditional principles and practices in the selection, evaluation and development of teaching materials :recycle:
traditional content in materials and textbooks, though, is based on 'standard' UK and US English
understanding of the context of English is crucial
heterogeneity of English used in international settings
multiple norms and diverse systems
nativized and localized forms of English
acknowledgement of Textbooks as an integral component of language classrooms :check:
Dubin and Olstrain (1986)
a tangible element that gives face validity to both teachers and learners
Bardovi-Harlig (1996)
high prestige sources of input
Brown (1995)
one of the six components of language curriculum
STEPS for Suplementing materials : :silhouettes:
filling the gap between the current and target level of the learners
Possible Sources of Extra Materials
Pre-packaged materials
Audio-Visuals
Media
Official Websites
Personal Websites, Blogs and Social Networking Websites
needs analysis
Criteria for evaluating ELT materials :star:
does it have adequate exposure to different varieties of the target language?
are a variety of speakers represented there?
which variety is it based on?
whose cultures are represented?
can it be appropriate for local cultures?