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Type :thesis
Subject :LB Theory and practice of education
Main Author :Aljadi, Abdulhadi Masaud Alsanousi
Title :Libyan teachers selection of materials in EFL reading classroom
Place of Production :Tanjong Malim
Publisher :Fakulti Bahasa dan Komunikasi
Year of Publication :2018
Notes :pedagogi
Corporate Name :Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris
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Abstract : Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris
The aim of the study is to identify the materials used for teaching English as a Foreign Language (EFL) reading and the difficulties in selecting materials that cater to learners’ needs   and  abilities.  It  is  also  aimed  to  analyse  teachers’  views  on  English  Language Teaching  (ELT) materials in reading lessons and the principles considered in selecting or constructing  reading materials. Qualitative method was applied in this study. The data were collected through  pre-interview, reading lesson plans and post interview which involved three  English  as  Foreign   Language  (EFL)  Libyan  teachers  from  Libyan  international schools. The data was analysed using  the semantic analysis. The finding showed that the common  reading  materials  used  by  English   as  a  Foreign  Language  (EFL)  teachers  are reading  texts,  quizzes,  pictures,  and  music   videos.  It  was  proven  that  the  factors  that influence  teachers’  views  on  reading   materials  selection  are  motivation,  proficiency, interest, and subject matter. This study also  found that teachers’ views on reading materials are  highly  influenced  by  their  teaching   experience  as  well  as  students  and  contextual factors. However, the participants stressed  that the insufficient professional development training impedes them in gaining enough skills in  teaching English as a Foreign Language (EFL)  reading  and  in  selecting materials.  This  study  provides  better  understanding and justification of the criteria set by the respective teachers in  selecting or constructing reading materials. It will help educators and education policy planners  through insights on the needs of English as Foreign Language (EFL) teachers in enhancing their  knowledge in materials selection.  

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