PAIRWORK

Textbook Evaluation "Move Ahaed"

with Bárbara Valenzuela

pp	Objectives explicitly laid out in and introduction and implemented in the material
X X	Approach educationally and socially acceptable to target community
pp	Clear attractive layout; print easy to read
pp	Appropriate visual materials available
pp	Interesting topics and tasks
p	Varied topics and tasks, so as to provide for different learner levels, learning styles, interests, etc.
p	Clear instructions
?	Systematic coverage of syllabus
p	Content clearly organized and graded ( sequenced by difficulty)
X	Periodic review and test sections
p	Plenty of authentic language
pp	Good pronunciation explanation and practice
p	Good vocabulary explanation and practice
pp	Good grammar presentation and practice
p	Fluency practice in all four skills
pp	Encourages learners to develop own learning strategies and to become independent in their learning
?	Adequate guidance for the teacher; not too heavy  Preparation load
pp	Audio cassettes
X	Readily available locally