This study analyzed the “Media” units within nine Korean language textbooks developed according to the 2022 Revised National Curriculum from a Digital Media Literacy(DML) perspective. It examined the practical implementation of achievement standards, integrative approaches across other language domains, and the characteristics of learning materials. The analysis revealed that most textbooks integrated the “Media” domain primarily with ‘reading’ and ‘writing’. Common Korean 1 emphasized critical analysis of social issues and digital media production (e.g., personal broadcasting), whereas Common Korean 2 focused on media criticism centered on broadcasting and film. Competencies such as “analysis and evaluation” and “creation and communication” were generally well-addressed; however, activities involving “sharing and participation” and “ethical reflection” were insufficient. AI-related content appeared only as supplementary rather than as a core element. The study recommends strengthening AI literacy education, promoting social participation and ethical reflection through integrated project-based learning, and actively using student-friendly new media and AI-generated content in curricula.
Song et al. (Thu,) studied this question.