Korean language learners' perception and strategies for using grammatical terms

Jiseong Lee

Chonnam National University

Abstract

This study examines the perception and utilization of grammatical terminology among international students in non-language majors and empirically investigates its impact on grammar learning. To this end, a mixed-method approach was employed, combining a questionnaire, a modified Forced-Choice Grammaticality Judgment Test (FC-GJT), and semi-structured interviews. The results revealed that learners perceive grammatical terminology as “difficult yet necessary linguistic tools”. Furthermore, they actively use these terms during self-directed learning by organizing notes, conducting online searches, translating them into their first language, and using AI-based tools. However, the FC-GJT results showed no statistically significant differences in scores or confidence levels between the tests with and without grammatical explanations—positive perceptions of terminology do not necessarily translate into improved grammatical performance. These findings imply that while grammatical terminology can facilitate learners’ rule awareness and explicit knowledge formation, its effect on actual performance is limited. This study recommends reconsidering the role, presentation, and pedagogical use of grammatical terminology as a learning tool in Korean grammar instruction.

문법 용어 사용에 대한 한국어 학습자의 인식과 학습 전략 연구

초록

Vol. 40 No. 4 (2022.12)

Journal Abbreviation j. Korea Saf. Manag. Sci.
Frequency Published four times annually in March, June, September, and December
Doi Prefix 10.14353/sjk.
Year of Launching 1993
Publisher The Sociolinguistic Society of Korea

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