A study of Korean language education and healing among middle-aged and older learners

• 영문명: A study of Korean language education and healing among middle-aged and older learners
• 발행기관: 셀메드 세포교정의약학회
• 저자명: Geon-su Im Hyun-Yong Cho
• 간행물 정보: 『셀메드』Volume 13 Issue 10, 1~6쪽, 전체 6쪽
• 주제분류: 의약학 > 의학일반
• 파일형태: PDF
• 발행일자: 2023.08.31

영문 초록

This study aims to explore the potential of Korean language learning as a means of psychological healing and improving the quality of life for Japanese middle-aged and older learners. Results showed that Korean language learning could help alleviate various psychological issues experienced by middle-aged learners and contribute to enhancing their quality of life. Learning a foreign language is not just about acquiring information but also about meeting people who use the language and understanding and experiencing their culture. In particular, for Japanese middle-aged learners, Korean language learning can be advantageous as it can lead to the discovery or development of new hobbies or interests. Results also showed that Korean language learning increased learners' opportunities for interaction with others and enjoyment of learning new cultural customs. These positive outcomes suggest the need for discussion of teaching strategies that focus on psychological healing in foreign language education. Further clinical trials with participants who learn foreign languages for healing purposes may provide more conclusive evidence on the diverse effects of language learning on stress, anxiety, depression, self-development, social connections, and cognitive ability.

목차

INTRODUCTION

MATERIALS AND METHODS

RESULT

DISCUSSION

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

CONFLICT OF INTEREST

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키워드

Second language acquisition Language learning outcomes psychological well-being Quality of life Korean language learning Cultural competence Healing through language learning