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Title Assessment of Communicative Competence: A CEFR-Based Analysis of Elementary Level Textbooks of Punjab

Author(s) Gulzar Fatima

Abstract This study evaluates the communicative competence promoted by A2-level elementary English textbooks used in Punjab, aligning them with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). The selected grades 6, 7, and 8 textbooks follow the Single National Curriculum and are published by the Punjab Curriculum and Textbook Board. The research addresses the problem of whether these textbooks adequately support the development of communicative competence as defined by CEFR standards at the A2 level. Adopting a qualitative and descriptive methodology, the study examines textbook activities to assess their alignment with CEFR standards. Data is collected through a CEFR-based checklist, which allows for an in-depth and structured evaluation of linguistic and sociolinguistic competence components. The CEFR model, founded on well-known principles of communicative competence, is utilized to analyze the data, ensuring a systematic evaluation. The analysis categorizes activities under CEFR-defined language skill areas: Reception, Production, and Interaction. It further evaluates linguistic components such as vocabulary and grammatical structures, and sociolinguistic elements like greetings, politeness conventions, and appropriate register use. While the textbooks include activities supporting reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills, notable gaps exist in fostering interactive and real-life communication practices. This research offers valuable insights for curriculum developers, educators, and policymakers to refine instructional materials, ensuring their alignment with CEFR standards.

Type Thesis/Dissertation MS

Faculty Faculty of Arts and Humanities

Department English (Faisalabad Campus)

Language English

Publication Date 2025-12-31

Subject English Linguistics

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