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A study on the Japanese language learning strategies by MBTI: Focusing on an interview survey of adult Japanese learners

  • The Japanese Language Association of Korea
  • Abbr : JLAK
  • 2022, (72), pp.87-105
  • DOI : 10.14817/jlak.2022.72.87
  • Publisher : The Japanese Language Association Of Korea
  • Research Area : Humanities > Japanese Language and Literature
  • Received : March 31, 2022
  • Accepted : May 27, 2022
  • Published : June 20, 2022

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ABSTRACT

This study examines the influence of leaners’ personality types intoon learning strategies that are actually used by Japanese leaners who are working, i.e. what different learning strategies are adopted in accordance with the leaners’ personality type. It appeared that most learners used many various 'cognitive strategies', and in particular, the SJ personality type used the strategy of taking notes while writing. In contrast, learners with other temperaments used cognitive strategies of memorizing through the context of the text or using images and radio. In particular, it was found that leaners with INTP and ISTP used the image strategy. This is because introverted thinking is the main function that prefers thinking in their own inner world. Further, looking at the ‘meta-cognitive strategy’, it was found that they were well aware of their strengths and weaknesses. This is probably because, as a mature learner, they prefer efficient methods that have already been learned through various life experiences in addition to Japanese learning experiences. It seems that they know not only the method related to overall learning, such as knowing their preferred learning environment well and being able to motivate themselves with tips to increase concentration, but also the fact that it is the type that is difficult to achieve even with diligent learning plans. Lastly, among the ‘mutual strategies’, the learning supporter was well utilized. However, the NT type seemed to require a learning supporter as a learning tool. Based on these results, it is suggested to apply the following in the actual class. (1) It is necessary to give learners sufficient time, for the SJ type to take notes or writing, and for the introverted learner to organize themselves; (2) When using media, learners’ class participation can be increased by preparing different activities depending on their temperaments, for example, group activities for leaners who prefer to work in small group, and by introducing themselves directly to everyone for leaners who have no difficulty in making a good relationship with others; and (3) Let leaners write a learning diary to promote clear learning objectives.

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