Question

Which among the following is not a characteristic of a good text book according to Vogel?

• A. Organisation of the content
• B. Publicity of the author
• C. Mechanical appearance
• D. Illustrations used

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Publicity of the author

• According to Vogel's Textbook Evaluation Scale, a textbook is scored across 10 established educational and structural criteria to objectively assess its quality.

  Vogel's Standard Criteria:

  • Organisation of the content (Ensures logical progression)

  • Mechanical appearance (Physical quality, layout, and binding)

  • Illustrations used (Clear diagrams, charts, and visual aids)

  • Author's qualifications (Credibility and academic expertise)

  • Accuracy and presentation of content

  • Readability and adaptability

  • Teaching aids

  While the qualifications and credentials of the author matter, external commercial aspects like publicity or fame of the author hold no weight in determining the pedagogical value of a textbook.