英语教材评估标准

l        Materials should take into account that the positive effects of instruction are  usually delayed

l        Materials should take into account that learners differ in learning styles

l        Materials should take in account that learners differ in affective attitudes

l        Materials should permit a silent period at the beginning of instruction

l        Materials should maximise learning potential by encouraging intellectual, aesthetic and emotional involvement which stimulates both right and left brain activities

l        Materials should not rely too much on controlled practice

l        Materials should provide opportunities for outcome feedback

Ur’s (2000)的教材评估标准

  Ur (2000) 认为教材评估有两种标准：一般性标准（general criteria）和具体标准(specific criteria)。下表是他提出的一般性标准：

Criteria

Objectives explicitly laid out in an introduction, and implemented in the material

Approach educationally and socially acceptable to target community

Clear attractive layout; print easy to read

Appropriate visual materials available

Interesting topics and tasks

Varied topics and tasks, so as to provide for different learner levels, learning styles, interests, etc.

Clear instructions

Systematic coverage of syllabus

Content clearly organized and graded (sequenced by difficulty)

Period review and test sections

Plenty of authentic language

Good pronunciation explanation and practice

Good vocabulary explanation and practice

Good grammar presentation and practice

Fluency practice in all four skills

Encourages learners to develop own learning strategies and to become independent in their learning

Adequate guidance for the teacher; not too heavy preparation load

Audio cassettes

Readily available locally