Evaluation of English Curriculum in 9th Grade of Secondary Schools through Teachers’ Views

Abstract

The main purpose of this research was to evaluate secondary school 9th grade English Curriculum according to teachers’ views in terms of objectives, content, teaching- learning process and evaluation and to develop recommendations covering these aspects. The sample population of this research consists of 119 teachers and for quantitative population and 12 teachers were selected for qualitative data. Results were analyzed and evaluated in SPSS statics program, accordingly, some recommendations were made. Approach of the curriculum needs to be improved through the help of consultants. Assessment sources on four skills should be prepared. The content of the programme should be revised along with the other dimensions. Teachers should be encouraged to implement the suggested methods and techniques in the classrooms. Also, the course book should be revised and the use of materials suggested for teaching English should be encouraged. As for the assessment dimension, teachers can be participated in the inservice training programmes.