This study aims to analyze trends over the past 14 years, in Korean language education research and Korean language textbooks for international students in science and engineering. This study aims to provide direction for future research and textbook development in Korean language education for science and engineering students by examining research trends and analyzing Korean language textbooks developed for the target group. Although the number of international students studying science and engineering in Korean universities has steadily increased, the number of research studies and textbooks tailored to their needs has been insufficient. Thus, Chapter 2 highlights the need to enhance research and diversify textbooks for this specific learner group by examining the current status of international students in science and engineering. Studies specifically investigating the Korean language learning by international students studying science and engineering began in 2008. Therefore, Chapter 3 analyzes 42 research papers published since 2008 related to international students in science and engineering undertaking Korean language education. These papers were analyzed in terms of year, type, method, target, and topic to identify trends. Chapter 4 analyzes six Korean language textbooks published since 2008, for international students in science and engineering with respect to teaching and learning situations, curriculum, and teaching methods. Based on the results of trend and textbook analysis, this study suggests directions for future research and textbook development in Korean language education for international students in science and engineering.(Korea University)
