The Extent to which the Chemistry Textbook of Grade 11 is Appropriate for Learner-Centered Approach

The purpose of this study was to identify the extent to which the chemistry textbook of grade 11 in Ethiopian schools is appropriate for learner-centered approach. The content of the new chemistry textbook for grade 11 was analyzed vis-à-vis the suggested evidence of learnercentered techniques. The analysis covered the components of the textbook such as objectives, texts, activities, questions, and figures and diagrams. The results of content analysis revealed that only the activities given in the text encourage student’s involvement in the teaching learning process.