CONTENT ANALYSIS OF THAI TEXTBOOKS FOR FOREIGNERS

Abstract

The purpose of this research article is to analyze the content of Thai language textbooks for foreigners. This is a qualitative research study analyzing data from 35 Thai language textbooks for foreigners. Using content analysis and a content analysis recording form as a data collection tool.

The research findings showed that:

1) Basic linguistic content covering consonants, vowels, tones, spelling, and basic sentence structures. Some books use phonetic transcription to aid pronunciation development.

2) Vocabulary and expressions in real-life contexts: Focuses on the use of language in everyday situations within the context of Thai society.

3)Grammatical and sentence structures, developing from basic to complex levels, integrated with dialogues and readings.

4) Communication skills, focusing on the integrated development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through learner-centered activities.

5) Cultural content and social context of Thailand, which are integrated into various lessons to promote understanding of cross-cultural communication.

The research findings indicate that Thai language textbooks for foreigners are designed with diverse content that aligns with communicative language teaching approaches, which is beneficial for the future development of Thai language teaching for foreign learners.