An analysis of the alignment of English textbooks in Turkish primary schools with the 21st century skills

This thesis aims to analyze the extent to which the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade English textbooks used in Turkish public primary schools align with 21st-century skills. The study focuses on key competencies such as communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and creativity. Conducted as a qualitative study, it employs document analysis to examine the textbooks systematically. The findings reveal that only a limited number of activities directly promote these skills. The study concludes that there are significant shortcomings in the current textbooks regarding the development of 21st-century skills, and recommends a revision of instructional materials accordingly.