Trends in Research on Modern Korean Poetry : A Meta-Analysis of Articles Published in Korean Language and Literature (『國語國文學』) Nos. 1∼213

Key Points

• This research analyzes the evolution of modern Korean poetry studies published from 1952 to 2025.
• Conducted a meta-analysis of 305 articles published in the journal '국어국문학' from 1952 to 2025.
• Categorized research into three distinct phases based on focus and methodology.
• Examined shifts in thematic focus, theoretical frameworks, and analytical approaches over decades.
• Identified three phases of research: establishment (1950s-70s), expansion and methodological enhancement (1980s-2000s), and identity redefinition through interdisciplinary approaches (2010s to present).
• Noted a significant shift from formalist approaches to the inclusion of Western theories like structuralism.
• Highlighted the emergence of ontological reflections and a blend of multiple media and educational methods in recent studies.

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