期刊名称：Eurasia Journal of Mathematics, Science & Technology Education
印刷版ISSN：1305-8223
电子版ISSN：1305-8223
出版年度：2018
卷号：14
期号：10
页码：1-18
DOI：10.29333/ejmste/92288
出版社：Pamukkale Univ Dept Sci Education
摘要：This study explored Korean medical students’ perceptions of race from three
perspectives: the definition of race, its biological reality, and the practical use of race
information in medicine. Using three open-ended survey questions, we collected data
from 506 Korean medical students. The data were analyzed through constant
comparative analysis. We found diverse perceptions of race held by the students, which
were similar to racial concepts that have emerged throughout the history of science. In
addition, some students perceived race as a biological reality based on genetics and
epidemiology. Lastly, 50.5% of students agreed to the use of the concept of race in the
field of medicine for convenience, while the remainder disagreed with its use based on
reasons such as racism, multi-culturalism, etc. Based on the results of this study, we
suggest the development of an integrated educational program to increase students’
understanding of race based on biology, culture, and ethics.
关键词：biological reality; medical students; perception; race
