Program evaluation of English language learning for EYL curriculum development in Indonesia: teachers
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https://doi.org/10.23971/jefl.v13i1.6068Keywords:
English to young learners (EYL), case study, curriculum development, program evaluation, young learners (YLs)Abstract
Program evaluation (henceforth PE) is a phase of curriculum development in the ELT context and is precious for improving curriculum reform. However, more research needs to be undertaken to investigate PE as a part of the English curriculum development for young learnersDownloads
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