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http://dx.doi.org/10.5467/JKESS.2022.43.1.199

Analysis of Korean Citizens' Preparedness for Earthquake Hazards  

Lee, Kiyoung (Division of Science Education, Kangwon National University)
Ha, Minsu (Division of Science Education, Kangwon National University)
Han, Ju (Department of Home Economics Education, Kangwon National University)
Lee, Changwook (Division of Science Education, Kangwon National University)
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Journal of the Korean earth science society / v.43, no.1, 2022 , pp. 199-209 More about this Journal
Abstract
In this study, we analyzed the preparedness of Korean citizens for earthquake hazards. For this purpose, we developed a questionnaire on the preparedness of citizens for earthquake hazards, consisting of three constructs (knowledge, awareness, and management). A total of 1,256 citizen responses were collected through probability proportionate-to-size sampling and then subjected to Rasch analysis, inferential statistical analysis, and cluster analysis. The findings are as follows. First, questionnaire analysis showed that overall, the earthquake preparedness of citizens was 'normal', with a lower management score than knowledge and awareness scores. Second, analysis of variables related to preparedness for earthquake hazards, gender, education level, actual distance, and safety awareness were found to influence preparedness for earthquake hazards. Third, correlation analysis revealed a high correlation between the three constructs of preparedness for earthquake hazards, namely knowledge, awareness, and management, indicating a structurally close relationship with each other. In addition, even if gender and education level differed, these structural correlations were similar. Through cluster analysis, the citizens were further divided into five groups; the group with moderate levels of the three constructs accounted for the majority of citizens. Considering these findings, we propose an educational orientation that fosters the preparedness of citizens for earthquake hazards.
Keywords
earthquake; earthquake hazard; earthquake hazards preparedness; citizen education;
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