Using Textbooks

Textbooks are regarded as a central and universal element of English language teaching. Despite controversies, they remain the default resource for language teachers and learners worldwide who need and value ready‐made language teaching materials. Textbook use is shaped by many variables, including learners' age, proficiency level, and learning purpose. There are continued debates on the usefulness of textbooks. This entry addresses the major issues related to textbook use and provides suggestions to overcome major objections to using textbooks in classrooms.