Evaluating and adapting materials for young learners Paul Dickinson

Appendix 1: Materials Evaluation Form
 
INSTRUCTIONS 
 
To respond to the statements, please mark (x) the appropriate choice as follows: 
1 strongly disagree 2 disagree 3 agree 4 strongly agree 
 
 
A. General Appearance 
1 2 3 4 
1. The textbook cover is informative and attractive to young learners. 
 
 
 
 
2. The font size and type used in the book are appropriate for young 
learners. 
 
 
 
 
3. The book contents and additional materials look interesting and fun 
to young learners. 
 
 
 
 
B. Layout and Design 
 
 
 
 
4. The textbook includes a detailed overview of the functions, structures 
and vocabulary that will be taught in each unit. 
 
 
 
 
5. The layout and design is appropriate and clear.
 
 
 
 
6. The textbook is clearly structured and sequenced. 
 
 
 
 
7. Adequate review sections and exercises are included. 
 
 
 
 
8. The learners can see easily what they have to do. 
 
 
 
 
9. 
The materials provide sufficient opportunities for independent study. 
 
 
 
 
10. The illustrations are varied and attractive. 
 
 
 
 
11. The illustrations stimulate learners to be creative.