Students’ Evaluations on Textbooks at a Vietnamese University

Abstract

Textbooks are important educational resources, but their appropriateness can vary. This research paper presents data from an assessment of the suitability of the American English File series for non-English major students at a private international university in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The evaluation used qualitative and quantitative methods, including surveys, interviews, and data analysis using SPSS and theme analysis. The findings highlight lecturers’ and students' feedback on the textbook's content, layout, language registers, skills, activities, and practical application of English.