Kidist Yohannes

Teaching English Grammar Through Literature: Literature As Authentic Material Kidist Yohannes

This study focuses on the role of using different literary texts in the teaching of English grammar. Hence, in order to find out whether using literary texts in teaching grammar is effective or not, the study made use of experimental approach forming two groups: experimental and control groups. The experimental group was taught a specific structure through literary texts while the control group did not get any treatment and instructed conventionally. After the treatment, the difference between the performances of the two groups was examined. The data obtained from the results of the two groups, the post - treatment questionnaire and classroom observation revealed that literary texts - based grammar teaching had a profound effect in helping students learn and master the target grammar point being highly interested and motivated. Consequently, this study indicates teachers and other concerned bodies on how to ensure that teaching grammar through literary texts is maximized.