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The Need for and Use of Forest Education According to Age Group

연령별 산림교육 이용현황 및 요구도 분석

  • Lee, Yoon Joo (Department of Forest Welfare, National Institute of Forest Science) ;
  • Lee, Yeonhee (Department of Forest Welfare, National Institute of Forest Science) ;
  • Ha, Si Yeon (Department of Forest Welfare, National Institute of Forest Science) ;
  • Choi, Seon Hye (Department of Forest Welfare, National Institute of Forest Science)
  • 이윤주 (국립산림과학원 산림복지연구과) ;
  • 이연희 (국립산림과학원 산림복지연구과) ;
  • 하시연 (국립산림과학원 산림복지연구과) ;
  • 최선혜 (국립산림과학원 산림복지연구과)
  • Received : 2019.09.19
  • Accepted : 2019.10.21
  • Published : 2019.12.31
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Abstract

The purpose of this study was to analyze the current status of and necessity for forest education in Korea in order to promote educational programs on the topic among different age groups. A survey conducted among 1,542 adults nationwide indicated that different age groups had variable degrees of awareness and experience of forest education programs. Specifically, older people responded more positively in terms of awareness, experience, and willingness to engage with forest education programs, and engaging in individual holistic development. In addition, participant companion types and motivation for participating in forest education programs were different among age groups. Regarding motivation for participating in forest education programs, all groups answered, "to enjoy the forest landscape," "to experience new things," and "to refresh themselves." In particular, individuals in their 30s had a desire to learn, while those in their 50s had a desire for a healthy lifestyle. Additionally, people in their 40s showed the highest participation rate in forest education programs, alongside their children and family members. In terms of operating period, older individuals preferred long-term operating programs. Accessibility was the most important factor for all age groups when selecting forest education programs. We hope that this study will be useful for the development and promotion of forest education programs for all age groups.

본 연구는 연령별 맞춤형 산림교육의 활성화를 위한 기초연구로서 우리나라 성인의 연령별 산림교육 이용현황 및 요구도를 분석하였다. 전국의 일반 성인 1,542명을 대상으로 설문을 실시한 결과, 우리나라 국민들의 산림교육 인지도와 이용경험에는 연령에 따른 차이가 존재하는 것으로 나타났다. 구체적으로 산림교육 인지도와 이용경험, 향후 산림교육 이용의향 및 산림교육이 전인적 성장에 기여하는 정도에 대한 인식에서 상대적으로 높은 연령대가 더 긍정적인 응답을 보였다. 또한, 산림교육 유경험자의 동반자 유형과 참여 동기에서 연령대별 특징이 나타났다. 산림교육 참여 동기는 '산림경관을 즐기기 위해', '새로운 것을 경험해보기 위해', '기분전환을 위해'라는 응답이 모든 연령대에서 공통적으로 높았으나, 30대는 다양한 배움에 대한 욕구, 50대 이상은 건강에 대한 욕구를 가지고 있는 것으로 나타났다. 40대는 모든 연령대 중 자녀를 포함한 가족과 산림교육에 참여하는 비율이 가장 많았다. 산림교육프로그램 운영기간과 진행시간에 대해서는 연령대가 높을수록 장기간을 선호하였고, 산림교육 선택에 있어 모든 연령층이 공통적으로 가장 중요하게 고려하는 것은 '접근성'인 것으로 드러났다. 향후 본 연구를 통해 연령별 산림교육 이용현황과 요구도의 차이를 고려한 맞춤형 산림교육프로그램 개발과 보급이 활성화될 수 있기를 기대한다.

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