My thesis topic developed following publication of the following textbooks for secondary school English. After my experiences as part of a writing team, following a laid-down syllabus and working to strict deadlines, I developed an interest in the process of development of educational materials, specifically development of English language textbooks.

 Kiai, A., Oduor, B. & Owuor, E. (2005). New Horizons in English: A Course for Secondary Schools. Pupils’ Book 4. Nairobi: East African Educational Publishers.

Kiai, A., Oduor, B. & Owuor, E. (2005). New Horizons in English: A Course for Secondary Schools. Teacher’s Guide 4. Nairobi: East African Educational Publishers.

Kiai, A., Oduor, B. & Owuor, E. (2004). New Horizons in English: A Course for Secondary Schools. Pupils’ Book 3. Nairobi: East African Educational Publishers.

Kiai, A., Oduor, B. & Owuor, E. (2004). New Horizons in English: A Course for Secondary Schools. Teacher’s Guide 3. Nairobi: East African Educational Publishers.

Kiai, A., Oduor, B. & Owuor, E. (2003). New Horizons in English: A Course for Secondary Schools. Pupils’ Book 2. Nairobi: East African Educational Publishers.

Kiai, A., Oduor, B. & Owuor, E. (2003). New Horizons in English: A Course for Secondary Schools. Teacher’s Guide 2. Nairobi: East African Educational Publishers.

Kiai, A., Oduor, B., & Owuor, E. (2003). New Horizons in English: A Course for Secondary Schools. Pupils’ Book 1. Nairobi: East African Educational Publishers.

Kiai, A., Oduor, B., & Owuor, E. (2003). New Horizons in English: A Course for Secondary Schools. Teacher’s Guide 1. Nairobi: East African Educational Publishers.