Textbook Evaluation and Quality of Business Studies Textbook in Secondary Schools in Kenya

Abstract

Business studies textbook when appropriately revised encourages understanding of facts as required by the curriculum upholding independent learning among learners leading to increased academic achievement. Business studies textbook provides ways through which curriculum instruction can be realized fast-tracking actualization of learning objectives among learners across school system in Kenya. However, textbooks that are rarely reviewed may interrupt realization of specific objectives limiting acquisition of requisite skills degrading learner’s mean score in business studies. The study adopted exploratory research design through qualitative approach to data collection and analysis. Content analysis was used for data analysis. Summary of content analysis showed that textbook revision was necessary in ensuring quality textbook. Further analysis showed that Process of appraisal, Scope of curriculum, Complexity of syllabus influence quality of instruction content in textbook encouraging learning and acquisition of skills. Therefore, it was recommended that content of business studies textbook to be relevant to learner’s cognition to accelerate learning.