Principles and Procedures of Material Development in the Evolving ELT Scenario
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Material Development, Analysis, Curriculum, Principle, ProcedureAbstract
Course books reflect the writer’s perspective and understanding of the world, and when used by language learners whom the writers don’t know much about, there may be problems related to irrelevant content and subject matter, so material development has a key role in language learning , and the stages and processes of material development should not be overlooked. As far as language teaching and learning is concerned, material development signifies a role which cannot be ignored and the whole process of material development includes various steps such as the selection, adaptation, and creation of teaching materials and it is a very intricate procedure (Nunan, 1991). It is important to remember that these materials should cater to the needs of the targeted audience and the larger context of language learning, including the philosophical, cultural, and psychological aspects of the stakeholders. The main objectives of materials development should be to provide students with a meaningful experience of the language and opportunities to reflect on this experience. Key principles and procedures such as needs analysis, integration of skills, intellectual stimulation, and authenticity are essential in the development of any course material for language development. This article will explore these principles and procedures in detail
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