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ERIC Number: EJ480976
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1994
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ISSN: ISSN-0013-8274
What Textbooks Can--And Cannot--Do.
Christenbury, Leila; Kelly, Patricia P.
English Journal, v83 n3 p76-80 Mar 1994
Describes the widespread use of textbooks by language arts teachers. Explains the extreme prevalence and reliance upon textbooks, despite frequent complaints about textbook quality. Considers ways of revising textbooks and how they can be used to benefit teachers and students alike. (HB)
Descriptors: English Curriculum, English Instruction, Language Arts, Secondary Education, Textbook Content, Textbook Evaluation, Textbooks
Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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