Material Development in the 'Persian Prime' Elementary Series Based on the Persian Reference Framework

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Associate Professor and Head of the Persian Language Training Center of Shahid Beheshti University

Abstract

The present study aims to develop Persian teachers’ perception of content selection procedure within Persian teaching book series of “Persian Prime” (2024) via an analytic study based on the series’ action-oriented approach and the grammar, vocabulary and function selection within its A1 and A2 levels, from the Persian Reference Framework (PRF). The numerical research results illustrate that among 73 grammatical domains determined in PRF corresponding to the elementary level, 26 grammar points have been taught directly in A1 and A2 level textbooks, while others are used indirectly within their texts and activities. Among 131 vocabulary domains in PRF in A level, 30 domains have been selected and taught directly within the vocabulary sections, and 70 have are presented in different parts of the lessons. Moreover, among 53 functions correspond to this level, 12 functions are taught directly, in the interaction part and other sub-functions are taught in form of dialogue, listening, writing and speaking exercises in them.

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Linguistic Studies: Theory and Practice
Volume 3, Issue 3 - Serial Number 7
Fall 2024
December 2024
Pages 35-52

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  • Receive Date: 29 September 2024
  • Revise Date: 18 November 2024
  • Accept Date: 30 November 2024

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