@article{ART003234960},
author={Bong-woon Song},
title={Emotional Dimensions of Korean Language Teachers: A Theoretical and Empirical Exploration},
journal={CELLMED},
issn={3022-6805},
year={2025},
volume={15},
number={10},
pages={28-32},
doi={10.5667/CellMed.2025.013}
TY - JOUR
AU - Bong-woon Song
TI - Emotional Dimensions of Korean Language Teachers: A Theoretical and Empirical Exploration
JO - CELLMED
PY - 2025
VL - 15
IS - 10
PB - Cellmed Orthocellular Medicine and Pharmaceutical Association
SP - 28
EP - 32
SN - 3022-6805
AB - Objective: This study investigates the emotional dimensions of Korean language teachers by integrating theoretical frameworks and empirical data.
Method: Responses were analyzed using qualitative content coding and frequency analysis to identify core emotional themes. A qualitative synthesis of prior literature was combined with a descriptive analysis based on open-ended emotional self-reports from 78 Korean language teachers. Key variables examined include native speaker status, years of teaching experience, and educational background.
Result: The findings reveal that emotional labor, burnout, and fatigue are common among Korean language teachers, especially among early-career and native instructors. Conversely, many teachers—particularly non-native and experienced educators—reported motivation, hope, and emotional growth. These patterns highlight the dual nature of vulnerability and resilience in the teaching profession.
Conclusion: The study underscores the importance of addressing teacher emotional burden through emotion-sensitive training programs and institutional support. Findings offer insights for future policies and professional development initiatives aimed at enhancing the sustainability of Korean language education.
KW - Emotional Labor;Burnout;Language Teacher Resilience;Korean Language Instruction;Emotional Well-being;Qualitative Study
DO - 10.5667/CellMed.2025.013
ER -
Bong-woon Song. (2025). Emotional Dimensions of Korean Language Teachers: A Theoretical and Empirical Exploration. CELLMED, 15(10), 28-32.
Bong-woon Song. 2025, "Emotional Dimensions of Korean Language Teachers: A Theoretical and Empirical Exploration", CELLMED, vol.15, no.10 pp.28-32. Available from: doi:10.5667/CellMed.2025.013
Bong-woon Song "Emotional Dimensions of Korean Language Teachers: A Theoretical and Empirical Exploration" CELLMED 15.10 pp.28-32 (2025) : 28.
Bong-woon Song. Emotional Dimensions of Korean Language Teachers: A Theoretical and Empirical Exploration. 2025; 15(10), 28-32. Available from: doi:10.5667/CellMed.2025.013
Bong-woon Song. "Emotional Dimensions of Korean Language Teachers: A Theoretical and Empirical Exploration" CELLMED 15, no.10 (2025) : 28-32.doi: 10.5667/CellMed.2025.013
Bong-woon Song. Emotional Dimensions of Korean Language Teachers: A Theoretical and Empirical Exploration. CELLMED, 15(10), 28-32. doi: 10.5667/CellMed.2025.013
Bong-woon Song. Emotional Dimensions of Korean Language Teachers: A Theoretical and Empirical Exploration. CELLMED. 2025; 15(10) 28-32. doi: 10.5667/CellMed.2025.013
Bong-woon Song. Emotional Dimensions of Korean Language Teachers: A Theoretical and Empirical Exploration. 2025; 15(10), 28-32. Available from: doi:10.5667/CellMed.2025.013
Bong-woon Song. "Emotional Dimensions of Korean Language Teachers: A Theoretical and Empirical Exploration" CELLMED 15, no.10 (2025) : 28-32.doi: 10.5667/CellMed.2025.013