The Inclusion Of Multiple Intelligences Theory In The Algerian Efl Textbook: A Content Analysis Of 2nd Year Secondary School Textbook “getting Through”

Abstract

The present study aims at investigating the inclusion of Multiple Intelligences (MI) Theory in 2nd year secondary school Algerian EFL Textbook “Getting Through”. It also aims to identify the intelligences profile of the textbook under study. Furthermore, this study examines the balance in occurrence frequency of the different intelligences. The findings of the study revealed that the occurrence frequency of intelligences showed a heavy reliance on verbal/linguistic intelligence. It is concluded that the MI theory was not considered when designing the current textbook. Without supplementing the textbook with extra materials, EFL teachers will, consequently, be neglecting the majority of learners’ differences and types.