An Analysis of Paragon English Reader Book-6

Abstract

The research entitled ‘An Analysis of Paragon English Reader Book 6’ is carried out to find out the strengths and weaknesses of English reader book of grade six of private schools. The objectives of the study were to analyze the textbook in terms of physical, academic and communicative aspects and provide some pedagogical implications. In order to achieve the objectives, primary data was collected and self observation method was used. The data was collected from 20 different ELT teachers teaching the textbook in different private schools of Shivasatakshi Municipality. Then, the data was analyzed. The major findings of the study showed that the overall physical aspects are excellent. Similarly, the textbook is communicative due to its emphasis on language functions and language skills i.e. listening, speaking, reading and writing. Likewise, the contents include in the book are appropriate to foster the creativity and interactive ability in the learners. The book too had the negative sides like it lacked the representation of Nepalese culture and geography and neglected the advocacy for human rights. This thesis has been divided into five chapters. The first chapter is introduction that includes general background of the study, statement of the problem, objectives of the study, research questions, significance and delimitations of the study. The second chapter is related to the review of related literature and conceptual framework that includes theoretical and empirical literature review and conceptual framework of the study. The third chapter is about the methodology that contains design and method of the study, population sample and sampling strategy, study area, data collection tools and techniques, procedures, data analysis and interpretation procedures. The fourth chapter deals with analysis and interpretation of results and the fifth chapter is related to conclusions and recommendation. The recommendation is for policy related level, practice related level and further research related level.