THE EVOLUTION OF ENGLISH TEXTBOOKS AND METHODS IN ALBANIAN SCHOOLS
THE EVOLUTION OF ENGLISH TEXTBOOKS AND METHODS IN ALBANIAN SCHOOLS
Author(s): Irida Hoti, Mimoza GjokutajSubject(s): Foreign languages learning, Language acquisition, School education, Evaluation research
Published by: Filološki fakultet, Nikšić
Keywords: English textbooks; evolution; learning; method; teaching;
Summary/Abstract: The aim of this paper is to present a view on the evolution of English textbooks and methods in Albanian schools. English language nowadays is a compulsory language in Albanian schools and its interest, usage and involvement has increased over the years. Due to the economical-political–technological development has also changed the view and the thought for English teaching and learning in Albanian schools. This evolution will be seen in three periods: 1955-1973, 1973-1990, 1990- till now. At the beginning of ’70-s there was an interest for English language learning at our schools. The principal method for its learning was grammar and translation. The most used book was Essential, method with interaction possibilities for learners. The construction of the text had an influence in the teaching/learning methods in Albania in concentrating in grammar and vocabulary.
Journal: Folia Linguistica et Litteraria
- Issue Year: 2015
- Issue No: 12
- Page Range: 181-194
- Page Count: 14
- Language: English