Abstract

This study examined Grade 12 English language textbooks in Thailand in the context of Education for Sustainable Development (ESD), highlighting the potential of English language education to contribute to the development of a sustainable future by enhancing students’ language skills and equipping them with knowledge on sustainability. The research employed a qualitative approach to explore how the English language textbooks integrate the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The findings indicated an alignment with SDGs related to environmental management and social justice, whereas those related to essential human needs and infrastructure were absent. This highlights the opportunities for enhancing ESD content within language education textbooks to provide a more thorough and comprehensive understanding of sustainability. By enhancing English language education textbooks with a balanced representation of SDGs and aligning them with local contexts, language teachers can contribute to promoting sustainability knowledge among students, preparing them to become well-informed and globally active citizens.

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