Research Article

Turkish From the Perspective of Greek Students: Challenges and Factors Affecting Learning

Volume: 8 Number: 2 July 31, 2026
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Turkish From the Perspective of Greek Students: Challenges and Factors Affecting Learning

Abstract

This study examines the linguistic challenges experienced by Greek students learning Turkish as a foreign language and identifies the key factors influencing their learning process. Within the context of foreign language learning, the study explores students’ perceptions, motivations, and learning experiences through a descriptive framework. It aims to provide pedagogical implications for teaching Turkish as a foreign language based on learners’ experiences. The study adopts a mixed – methods approach. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire including closed – ended, Likert – scale, and open – ended questions. The participants consisted of 35 undergraduate students enrolled in the Department of Turkish Studies and Contemporary Asian Studies at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, while qualitative data were analyzed through thematic analysis. The findings indicate that students experience the greatest difficulties in syntax and vocabulary. Interaction with native speakers and exposure to authentic language input were found to support the learning process. Additionally, motivation, cultural background, and instructor support emerged as key factors. The findings highlight the importance of student – centered and interaction – based approaches in teaching Turkish as a foreign language.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Language Studies (Other)

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

July 31, 2026

Submission Date

February 4, 2026

Acceptance Date

July 22, 2026

Published in Issue

Year 2026 Volume: 8 Number: 2

APA
Koldamca Yılmaz, M. (2026). Turkish From the Perspective of Greek Students: Challenges and Factors Affecting Learning. Balkanlarda Türk Dili Ve Edebiyatı Araştırmaları, 8(2), 451-471. https://doi.org/10.47139/balted.1881155
AMA
1.Koldamca Yılmaz M. Turkish From the Perspective of Greek Students: Challenges and Factors Affecting Learning. BALTED. 2026;8(2):451-471. doi:10.47139/balted.1881155
Chicago
Koldamca Yılmaz, Merve. 2026. “Turkish From the Perspective of Greek Students: Challenges and Factors Affecting Learning”. Balkanlarda Türk Dili Ve Edebiyatı Araştırmaları 8 (2): 451-71. https://doi.org/10.47139/balted.1881155.
EndNote
Koldamca Yılmaz M (July 1, 2026) Turkish From the Perspective of Greek Students: Challenges and Factors Affecting Learning. Balkanlarda Türk Dili ve Edebiyatı Araştırmaları 8 2 451–471.
IEEE
[1]M. Koldamca Yılmaz, “Turkish From the Perspective of Greek Students: Challenges and Factors Affecting Learning”, BALTED, vol. 8, no. 2, pp. 451–471, July 2026, doi: 10.47139/balted.1881155.
ISNAD
Koldamca Yılmaz, Merve. “Turkish From the Perspective of Greek Students: Challenges and Factors Affecting Learning”. Balkanlarda Türk Dili ve Edebiyatı Araştırmaları 8/2 (July 1, 2026): 451-471. https://doi.org/10.47139/balted.1881155.
JAMA
1.Koldamca Yılmaz M. Turkish From the Perspective of Greek Students: Challenges and Factors Affecting Learning. BALTED. 2026;8:451–471.
MLA
Koldamca Yılmaz, Merve. “Turkish From the Perspective of Greek Students: Challenges and Factors Affecting Learning”. Balkanlarda Türk Dili Ve Edebiyatı Araştırmaları, vol. 8, no. 2, July 2026, pp. 451-7, doi:10.47139/balted.1881155.
Vancouver
1.Merve Koldamca Yılmaz. Turkish From the Perspective of Greek Students: Challenges and Factors Affecting Learning. BALTED. 2026 Jul. 1;8(2):451-7. doi:10.47139/balted.1881155