한국어 교사의 이문화간 소통능력 구성요인에 대한 탐색적 연구

Abstract

The present study attempts to explore the component factors of cross-cultural competence of Korean language instructors. Few research has ever been done to measure cross-cultural competence in the field of Korean language education as a secondary language for foreigners. Based on earlier studies of second language education, the study culled a number of factors to measure the instructor`s competence to communicate Korean language education to foreign cultures. Four factors were extracted based on the survey results: individual attitude towards foreign culture, competence to analyze and knowledge of foreign culture, openness, and the ability to adapt in a global environment. The results showed that the instructor`s teaching years would affect the instructor`s knowledge and ability to analyze a foreign culture positively. In addition, the instructor`s education level affected the instructor`s knowledge and ability to analyze a foreign culture positively. The result suggested that the four factors may provide a basic measurement tool to measure Korean language instructors` cross-cultural competence. Korean language education should be extended in the context of cross-cultural interaction between instructors and students beyond mere language education. The self-awareness of cross-cultural competence of individuals and teacher-education programs for improving cross-cultural competence are needed for effective teaching in a multi-cultural classroom. (Sogang University)