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Challenges in the Grade 12 English Language Curriculum in Lebanon: A SWOT Analysis

CHALLENGES IN THE GRADE 12 ENGLISH LANGUAGE CURRICULUM IN LEBANON: A SWOT ANALYSIS

Eslam Aljaafil(Lebanese International University)0000-0001-8631-3152
Sayfa
254–267
Yayın Tarihi
2024-08-01
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In general, this research examines the general shortcomings of the English language curriculum, particularly for grade 12, and identifies areas needing urgent improvement.

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Amaç & Hipotez:Used in various disciplines, a SWOT analysis is one of the essential tools for identifying needs in curriculum development.
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Temel Bulgular & Veri:The research used the phenomenology method, a qualitative approach where twelve interviews with twelve grade 12 English language teachers were conducted.
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Sonuç & Katkı:In general, this research examines the general shortcomings of the English language curriculum, particularly for grade 12, and identifies areas needing urgent improvement.
🔬Tür:Araştırma Makalesi
📍Kapsam:Genişletilmiş Akademik Örneklem
⚙️Değişkenler:Curriculum Development · Lebanon · SWOT Analysis

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Used in various disciplines, a SWOT analysis is one of the essential tools for identifying needs in curriculum development. Given the current ongoing efforts to develop new curricula in Lebanon, this research becomes particularly relevant. This study highlights various challenges in the English language curriculum in Lebanon. It aims to provide valuable insights for Lebanese decision-makers involved in curriculum development. The research used the phenomenology method, a qualitative approach where twelve interviews with twelve grade 12 English language teachers were conducted. These teachers shared their views on the strengths, limitations, potentialities, and risks concerning the current grade 12 English language curriculum. The results showed that deficiencies and risks outweigh strengths and opportunities. In general, this research examines the general shortcomings of the English language curriculum, particularly for grade 12, and identifies areas needing urgent improvement.

Abstract

Used in various disciplines, a SWOT analysis is one of the essential tools for identifying needs in curriculum development. Given the current ongoing efforts to develop new curricula in Lebanon, this research becomes particularly relevant. This study highlights various challenges in the English language curriculum in Lebanon. It aims to provide valuable insights for Lebanese decision-makers involved in curriculum development. The research used the phenomenology method, a qualitative approach where twelve interviews with twelve grade 12 English language teachers were conducted. These teachers shared their views on the strengths, limitations, potentialities, and risks concerning the current grade 12 English language curriculum. The results showed that deficiencies and risks outweigh strengths and opportunities. In general, this research examines the general shortcomings of the English language curriculum, particularly for grade 12, and identifies areas needing urgent improvement.

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Aljaafil, E. (2024). Challenges in the Grade 12 English Language Curriculum in Lebanon: A SWOT Analysis. Avrasya Sosyal ve Ekonomi Araştırmaları Dergisi, Cilt: 11 Sayı: 3, 254–267. https://ajindex.com/articles/1456987

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