Dissertations, Theses, and Capstone Projects
Date of Degree
2-2017
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
M.A.
Program
Liberal Studies
Advisor
Susan F. Semel
Subject Categories
Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education
Keywords
heritage language, intercultural education, multiculturalism, multilingualism
Abstract
South Korea has long been considered one of the most homogeneous counties not only ethnically but also linguistically. However, over the past few years, it is rapidly becoming ethnically, culturally and linguistically diverse for the influx of foreigners and immigrants.
The purpose of this thesis to study how Korean society deals with the recent change to multicultural population of immigrants, especially in terms of heritage language education. This thesis will begin by providing background information of South Korea, and reviewing a great deal of resistance toward heritage language learning. Then, I will examine some benefits of the heritage language learning not only for the multicultural individuals but also Korean society. Lastly, I will discuss intercultural education and its practice in schools.
Recommended Citation
Jo, Mihyun, "Heritage Language Education in South Korea: Challenges and Demands" (2017). CUNY Academic Works.
https://academicworks.cuny.edu/gc_etds/1924