Investigating Suitable Strategy for Learning Correlative Conjunctions in a Rural-Based Secondary School

Authors

  • Mutshidzi Ligege

    Department of English, University of Venda, Thohoyandou 0950, South Africa
  • Matodzi Nancy Lambani

    Department of English, University of Venda, Thohoyandou 0950, South Africa
  • Farisani Thomas Nephawe

    Department of English, University of Venda, Thohoyandou 0950, South Africa

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v7i3.7109
Received: 22 August 2024 | Revised: 14 October 2024 | Accepted: 23 October 2024 | Published Online: 19 March 2025

Abstract

Correlative conjunctions are essential for cohesion in English. Bring adhesion and cohesion to English. However, understanding them is challenging for non-native English speakers. This study investigated a suitable strategy for learning correlative conjunctions in a rural-based secondary school. A quantitative approach was adopted over a qualitative approach as the former is more scientific, objective, focused, and acceptable. Also, researchers can collect and analyze numerical data, determine patterns and averages, and generalize results for broader populations. Conversely, the latter is explanatory and used when there is no idea what to expect. A simple random sampling technique was utilized to select 51 respondents. Data were collected using a closed-ended questionnaire as it analyses data efficiently and quantifies overall sentiment. Using Statistical Package for Social Sciences Version 29.0, a preliminary investigation on 22 learners not part of the target group found that they could not learn correlative conjunctions. However, after using a matching game strategy, learners could use these conjunctions accordingly. The study’s implication is that matching game strategy enhances correlative conjunctions learning. Future researchers can use this strategy by rural-based learners to learn correlative conjunctions. The present study recommends that educators use matching game strategies when teaching their learners the appropriate use of correlative conjunctions.

Keywords:

Competence; Correlative Conjunctions; Grammar; Matching Game Strategy

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Ligege, M., Lambani, M. N., & Nephawe, F. T. (2025). Investigating Suitable Strategy for Learning Correlative Conjunctions in a Rural-Based Secondary School. Forum for Linguistic Studies, 7(3), 962–972. https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v7i3.7109

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