Exploring English Grammar Competence and English Language Attitude Among the Secondary School Students

Abstract

In this study, the investigator attempted to study the relationship between English grammar competence and the English language attitude among the secondary school students at Puliangudi municipality in Tenkasi district. One hundred and ninety nine students studying in secondary school were the sample of the study. English grammar competence was measured by a test constructed and validated by the researcher. English language attitude tool was standardized by the researcher combine with my supervisor. The results revealed that there is a significant very low positive correlation between English grammar competence and the English language attitude among the secondary school students. Further, the high and low achievers showed a significant difference in their grammar competence. Boys and girls did not show any significant difference in both grammar competence and the English language attitude. The study has broad implications to be practised in second language.