외래생물과 관련된 딜레마 상황에 대한 생명과학 교사의 판단과 조언 - 붉은귀거북 사례를 중심으로 - = Biology Teachers’ Judgments and Advice in Dilemma Situations Involving Alien Species - A Case Study of the Red-Eared Slider Turtle -

다국어 초록 (Multilingual Abstract)

This study aims to examine the approaches of biology teachers in addressing hypothetical scenarios involving the management of alien species, specifically the red-eared slider turtle (Trachemys scripta elegans), within home and school contexts. Twenty biology teachers from across the country participated in this study. Each was presented with two hypothetical scenarios through a survey, and their suggested advice and solutions were analyzed using the concept of ‘appeal’ from communication theory. The analysis revealed that for issues arising in home settings, teachers employed three main appeal types, ‘scientific fact-centered’, ‘ethical responsibility-centered’, and ‘empathy-centered―through’ rational and emotional appeals, resulting in seven distinct subtypes of responses. For school-based issues with alien species, teachers’ responses were categorized into five solution types: recommending transfer or adoption by others, entrusting or donating to institutions, facilitating student-led problem-solving activities, consulting with relevant agencies, and controlling population through passive or active means. The findings indicate that many teachers face challenges in providing consistent and effective responses due to a lack of comprehensive manuals and practical training on managing alien species issues. Moreover, it was observed that teachers’ advice and solutions varied significantly depending on how they perceived the ontological status of the red-eared slider turtle. This study underscores the need for practical and systematic training programs on alien species education and management, highlighting the importance of equipping teachers with clear, actionable manuals and proactive pre-service education to enable effective handling of alien species challenges in educational contexts.