“Building a List of Knowledge-Economy Skills Required in English Language Textbooks for the Elementary Stage in Saudi Arabia”

Abstract

The current study aims to build a list of knowledge economy skills required in English language textbooks of the elementary stage in Saudi Arabia. To achieve the research goals, the researcher applied the descriptive method, in analyzing the previous literature and studies associated with the current research. A list has been set up, including seven domains, and 38 skills and the importance of which was approved by the judges, at a percentage varying between 80% and 100%, which is a high approval rating. Those domains come as follows: knowledge field, economic field, technological field, communication field, social field, environmental field, and national field. In conclusion, the study recommended developing English language textbooks depending on the list of knowledge economy and linking the content of English language textbooks with labor market requirements.