『국사』 교과서 서술에 있어서 '지방'의 용례가 갖는 문제점과 제안

Problems on the Usage of 'province' in the Textbook of Korean History

The term 'province' in the textbook of Korean history is generally (70% or more) used as a term contrasted with 'center'. But 'province' has often been used along with 'region' with little, if any, distinction between the two terms. Therefore, it is necessary to adopt a consistent and unified term in the textbook. First, 'province' needs to be used as an unified term whenever it is contrasted with 'center'. Second, if used as a specific region, 'province' or 'region' needs to be selected whatever it fits best. Third, it is advised that 'region' be used when it indicates on the map. Last, these principles above need to be applied in both books (Korean History I and Korean History Ⅱ), including each chapter of the books. The term 'province' in the textbook of Korean history is generally used as a term contrasted with 'center'. But 'province' has often been used along with 'district' with little, if any, distinction between the two terms. Therefore, it is necessary to adopt a consistent and unified term in the textbook. In particular, 'province' and 'district' need to be clarified and used differently. And this principle has to be applied to both parts ─ Korean History I and Korean History Ⅱ.