The purpose of this study is to develop and validate a structured scale for measuring multicultural literacy, grounded in the cultural context and educational needs of Korean society. Based on a comprehensive review of domestic and international literature, multicultural literacy was conceptualized through four core sub-factors: knowledge, attitude, skills, and critical awareness. During the item development phase, 40 preliminary items were constructed by analyzing existing scales and incorporating the discursive context of Korean society and the diverse experiences of respondents. To verify the content validity, a Content Validity Ratio (CVR) evaluation was conducted with six experts in the fields of social welfare, immigration policy, and HRD, and inappropriate items were deleted or revised according to the criteria. Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) and Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) were subsequently conducted to examine the factor structure and construct validity of the final scale. The Korean multicultural literacy scale was developed to reflect the multicultural realities of Korean society and to assess critical citizenship, cultural sensitivity, and practical competence. The scale consists of 6 items on multicultural knowledge, 6 items on multicultural attitude, 5 items on multicultural skills, and 6 items on critical multicultural awareness. This study contributes to the conceptual advancement of multicultural literacy by integrating critical perspectives into its framework and operationalization. Furthermore, it provides a valid and reliable measurement tool that can be applied in educational, organizational, and policy settings. The findings suggest that the scale can be used to assess individuals’ levels of multicultural literacy and to inform the design of targeted educational programs that enhance intercultural understanding, critical reflection, and social responsibility.
동북아시아문화학회 [The Association of North-east Asian Cultures]
설립연도
2000
분야
복합학>학제간연구
소개
동북아시아 문화의 다양성과 정체성을 연구 토론하고, 지역내 문화 교류의 다양한 모습을 연구하고 문화변동의 큰 틀을 집적함으로써 우리 민족 문화 및 상대 민족의 문화적 터전을 이해하여 문화공동체적 특성을 계발하고 상호 관련성의 강화를 유도하는 학술활동을 통해 동북아시아의 문화발전에 이바지함.