International Research Journal of Education and Technology

This paper is an attempt to highlight the relevance of grammar in teaching and acquiring a second language. The role grammar plays can take many dimensions. Some of the roles discussed in this paper are its ability to convey unambiguous meaning, having the capacity to create an infinite set of sentences and a substantial enabling skill. Additionally, grammar forms an important subject in almost all the syllabuses all around the world. Be it English grammar or any other grammar, be it a native or a bilingual a person cannot write or speak eloquently without this key factor. Mastering grammar is the foundation in the proficiency of a language. Grammar teaching is also an essential part of language teaching. In terms of the theory of linguistics, this paper specifically explores the status of grammar in language learning, the characteristics of foreign language learning, theoretical basis of communicative teaching approach, and the practical effect of ignoring grammar teaching to reposition grammar teaching for a comprehensive understanding of the necessity of teaching grammar.

Key words: Grammar teaching, communicative teaching approach, strategy, necessity of grammar