Evaluation of an English language program focused on the elements of the curriculum: A case study of a public high school in Ecuador.

Abstract

Abstract: This research work titled "Evaluation of an English Language Program to Identify the Elements of the Curriculum; a case study of a public high school in Ecuador" aimed to evaluate an English language program's effectiveness based on teachers' and students' perceptions. The given study was conducted in the city of Yanzatza, province of Zamora, in a public high school. The population involved in this study was comprised of five students aged 15 to 17 years old and five English teachers. The methodological design included applying four instruments; needs analysis, situational analysis, factors for effective teaching questionnaires, and finally, principles, types of assessment, and tasks for evaluation questionnaires. The gathered data was analyzed using a mixed approach, which included quantitative and qualitative methods. The findings demonstrate that students feel learning English is beneficial because it provides career opportunities; despite not having sufficient learning time. Conversely, teachers agree that they do not receive training and have an unfair workload. The major conclusion indicates that the needs and situational analyses have not been considered when designing and implementing the language program.