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Byun, Ji-Hyun. 2014. Learner perceptions and reponses toward written feedback in English composition class. Journal of Linguistic Studies 19(3), 27-51. The main aim of this paper is to explore EFL college learners' perspectives toward written feedback in English composition class. In this study, the researcher offered L1 and L2 feedback to the participants' six different compositions. By doing this, the participants could experience both L1 and L2 feedback. Regarding data collection, survey, interview, classroom observation and field notes were applied. According to the result, the participants appreciated both L1 and L2 feedback and perceived both types of feedback as an important means to improve their English writing proficiency. At the same time, the participants suggested that teachers' feedback should be given to every stage of writing process in order to have productive outcome. The participants also mentioned that L2 feedback can be helpful in learning vocabulary. However, they stated that L2 feedback was not helpful in improving grammatical knowledge. (Hannam University)