Content analysis of English for Palestine textbooks of the grades (1-10)‎ in terms of political values 1

Abstract EN

The present study aimed at content analysis of political values existing in English for Palestine textbooks of the grades (1 10).

The sample of the study consisted of the English textbooks in grades 1, 3, 7 and 10, and each falls into two parts: A and B.

To achieve the aim of the study, the researchers adopted the analytical descriptive approach.

The researchers used a checklist adapted from Al-Jallad (2010).

The analytical unit was a word, or a sentence in all encompassed reading, writing, listening and speaking exercises of the sample.

The researchers calculated frequencies and percentages of the political values to answer the question of the study and to present the results.

Findings revealed a focus on the values: community relations, belonging to homeland, and equality.

On the other hand, there was negligence in the inclusion of consultation, national events, and public representation values.