Content analysis reveals speech act variations in EFL textbooks, indicating the need for broader scenarios and explanations.
Key Points
Variations in speech act representation were found across different grade levels and textbook series in Thailand, focusing on requests and suggestions.
Content analysis of 57 EFL textbooks was conducted, alongside in-depth interviews with four English teachers to gather qualitative insights.
Teachers expressed satisfaction with speech act coverage but highlighted the need for more examples and detailed explanations in textbooks used in classes.
The findings suggest that textbook developers should ensure balanced speech act representation for effective EFL learning in schools.
Cite This Study
Jarinthorn Phaisarnsitthikarn (2025) studied this question.