Publication

National Elementary and Secondary Textbooks

1. Co-author, Elementary English 6 (2025, YBM Kim , Hae-Ri, 김혜리) 

2. Co-author, Elementary English 5 (2025, YBM Kim , Hae-Ri, 김혜리) 

3. Co-author, Elementary English 4 (2025, YBM Kim , Hae-Ri, 김혜리) 

4. Co-author, Elementary English 3 (2025, YBM Kim, Hae-Ri, 김혜리)

5. Co-author, Elementary English 3 (2018, Dong-A)

6. Co-author, Elementary English 4 (2018, Dong-A)

7. Co-author, Elementary English 5 (2018, Dong-A)

8. Co-author, Elementary English 6 (2018, Dong-A)

9. Co-author, High School English I (2013, Chunjae)

10. Co-author, High School English II (2013, Chunjae)

11. Co-author, High School Practical English I (2013, Chunjae)

12. Co-author, High School Practical English II (2013, Chunjae)

 Books and Book Chapters

1. Yim, S., Lee, Y., Ahn, K., & Hwang, P. (2020). Designing English lessons: Theory into practice. Seoul: Hankook Publishing House. 임수연, 이영아, 안경자, 황필아. (2020). 영어수업: 이론과 실제가 만날 때. 한국문화사. 

2. Kim, K., Bae, J., Ahn, K., & Yim, S. (2019). Demystifying the Korean National Curriculum for elementary English education. Seoul: Hankook Publishing House. 김기택, 배주경, 안경자, 임수연. (2019). 쉽게 이해하는 초등영어 교육과정. 한국문화사. 

3. ACTFL Korea Committee. (2015). English Detox. Seoul: Credu Hawoo.

4. Ahn, K. J. (2014). Trends in research on pre-service English teacher education in South Korea. In O. Kwon (Ed.), New horizons in English education research (pp. 329-354). Seoul: Seoul National University Press. 권오량(편) (2014). 현대 영어교육학 연구의 지평. 서울대학교출판부. 

5. ACTFL Korea Committee. (2013). Hello! OPIc Listening & Reading. Seoul: Credu Hawoo.

6. Lee, W., Ahn, K., Yoon, Y., No. K., Ihm, H., Kim,. H., Hong, S., Kim, J., & Kim, T. (2011). Primary Teaching English in English (TEE) accreditation. Seoul: JY Books.

7. Ahn, K. (2011). Learning to teach under curricular reform: The practicum experience in South Korea. In K. J. Johnson, & P. R.Golombek (Eds.). Research on second language teacher education: A sociocultural perspective on teacher professional development. Routledge. 

Articles in Peer-Reviewed Academic Journals

1. Ahn,  Kyungja  &  Lee,  Ju  Seong.  (2025). Korean  pre-service  elementary  English teachers’  experiences  and  perceptions  of  an  AI-  and  metaverse-based  international collaborative teacher education program. Primary English Education, 31(4), 91-114.

2. Koh, Suhyeon and Kyungja Ahn. (2025). The effects of revision activities using machine translation on elementary English learners’ writing ability, self- directed learning, and perceptions. Korean Journal of English Language and Linguistics 25, 1232-1256.

3. Kim, Kuna., & Ahn, Kyungja. (2025). Elementary school teachers’ perceptions and training  needs  for  English  AI  digital  textbooks.  Studies  in  Foreign  Language Education, 39(3), 51-75.

4. Kim, Eunsong , Ahn, Kyungja, & Kwak, Hyunseok. (2025). The effect of teacher feedback on elementary students’ reading fluency and affective domains in English reading activities using AI courseware ‘Reading Progress’. Journal of Research in Curriculum & Instruction, 29(3), 169-182. 10.24231/rici.2025.29.3.169.

5. Lee, Jeongin & Ahn, Kyungja. (2025). Exploring elementary school teachers’ experiences and perceptions of English–AI convergence classes. Primary English Education, 31(2), 95-120.

6. Kim, Eunsong, & Ahn, Kyungja. (2024). Development and implementation of an elementary English writing program using image-generative AI. English Teaching, 79(4), 311-336.

7. Jeong, Seohyun & Kyungja Ahn. (2024). Effectiveness and improvement strategies of elementary English writing lessons using the Generative AI Portal WRTN. Korean Journal of English Language and Linguistics 24, 1121-1147.

8. Lee, Moonyoung & Ahn, Kyungja. (2024). Effects of lessons using Thinking Maps on elementary English learners’ reading comprehension and self-management competency. Primary English Education, 30(3), 23-47.

9. Wi, Youngeun & Ahn, Kyungja. (2024). Effects of reading children’s poetry aloud on elementary English learners’ reading fluency and affective domain. Studies in Foreign Language Education, 38(3), 125-149.

10. Ahn, Kyungja. (2024). Exploring novice elementary English teachers' perceptions of teacher expertise and their professional development. Korean Journal of English Language and Linguistics 24, 589-615.

11. Ahn, Kyungja. (2024). Novice elementary teachers’ experiences and perceptions of English teacher education and English language teaching. Primary English Education, 30(2), 5-31.

12. Ahn, Kyungja. (2024). English teachers’ design and perceptions of teacher learning communities. Korean Journal of English Language and Linguistics 24, 86-108.

13. Kim, Eunsong, & Ahn, Kyungja. (2023). Exploring the potential of utilizing ChatGPT in elementary English lesson planning and English language teaching. Primary English Education, 29(4), 59-87.

14. Han, Eunok & Kyungja Ahn. (2023). Exploring Korean elementary teachers’ perceptions, experiences, and related factors of teaching written English for 3rd and 4th graders. Korean Journal of English Language and Linguistics, 23, 586-608.

15. Ahn, Kyungja. (2023). From pre-service to in-service teachers: Elementary English teachers’ experiences and perceptions of pre-service teacher education. Primary English Education, 29(2), 95-118.

16. Ahn, Kyungja. (2023). English teachers’ professional development: Teacher training program design and teacher perception of teacher training. Korean Journal of English Language and Linguistics, 23, 40-59.

17. Park, Minjo & Kyungja Ahn. (2022). Development and application of an elementary English lesson model using English picture books for education for sustainable development. Korean Journal of English Language and Linguistics, 22, 891-916.

18. Moon, Jihye & Ahn, Kyungja. (2022). Effectiveness and improvement of elementary English lessons using the online learning platform, Nearpod. Studies in Foreign Language Education, 36(3), 167-188.

19. Oh, Jineun & Kyungja Ahn. (2022). A narrative inquiry into the teaching experience of an elementary English teacher of students alienated from English learning. Korean Journal of English Language and Linguistics, 22, 706-729.

20. Ahn, Kyungja. (2022). Exploring English teacher-researchers’ professional development and its instigating factors. Korean Journal of English Language and Linguistics, 22, 300-319.

21. Jeong, Da-Un & Ahn, Kyungja. (2022). Elementary English teachers’ perceptions and classroom practices regarding learner autonomy. Korean Journal of English Language and Linguistics 22, 185-207.

22. Ahn, Chong Uk, Sin, Hangsu, Lee, Soyeon, Cha, Kyung-mi, Kwon, Seokil, Kim, Hongrae, Ahn, Kyungja, Yoon, Jonghyun, Heo, Young Jun, Kim, Sung Hye. (2021). Exploring categorization criteria for curriculum book autonomy and diversification. Journal of Subject and Textbook Research, 1(1), 47-75.

23. Kim, Kyounghye & Ahn, Kyungja. (2021). Elementary English teachers’ experiences and perceptions of English teacher training programs. Korean Journal of English Language and Linguistics, 21, 981-1003.

24. Cho, Soomin & Ahn, Kyungja. (2021). Teachers’ and students’ perceptions of online English classes: A case study in a South Korean elementary school. Studies in Foreign Language Education, 35(3), 95-115. 

25. Park, Jiyoon & Ahn, Kyungja. (2021). Development, application, evaluation, and improvement of a blended teaching and learning model for elementary English using Google Forms. Korean Journal of English Language and Linguistics, 21, 771-794.

26. Ahn, Kyungja. (2021). Development and application of a teacher education model for pre-service elementary English teachers’ professional development. Korean Journal of English Language and Linguistics 21, 132-152.

27. Jeong, Da-Un & Kyungja Ahn. (2020). A systemic review on English language learner autonomy. Korean Journal of English Language and Linguistics, 21, 19-43.

28. Kim, Hyunshin & Ahn, Kyungja. (2020). An analysis of elementary school teachers’ reflective teaching activities on English classes. English Language Teaching, 32(4), 147-164.

29. Lee, Taekyung & Ahn, Kyungja. (2020). Teachers’ perceptions and practices of textbook reconstruction for elementary English. The Journal of Korea Elementary Education, 31(3), 21-38.

30. Lee, Jiyoung & Ahn, Kyungja. (2020). The impact of English teachers’ resilience on their teaching motivation and job satisfaction. Studies in Foreign Language Education, 34(3), 93-121.

31. Kim, Ahyoung & Ahn, Kyugnja. (2020). The perceptions that teachers, parents, and students hold of English digital textbooks in elementary School. Journal of Research in Curriculum & Instruction, 24(4), 425-438.

32. Kim, Boyoung & Ahn, Kyungja. (2020). Effects of writing lessons using graphic organizers on English learners’ writing abilities, meta-cognitive strategies, and affective aspects. Korean Journal of English Language and Linguistics, 20, 307-334.

33. Ahn, Kyungja. (2020). The changes in English teacher-researchers’ motivations towards teaching and research and their instigating factors. Korean Journal of English Language and Linguistics 21, 228-256.

34. Moon, Shiin & Ahn, Kyungja (2020). Teacher burnout of elementary English teachers in South Korea: Focusing on causes and cures. Studies in English Education, 25(2), 187-214.

35. Ahn, Kyungja. (2020). Development and application of a process-based English writing model for pre-service teachers. Korean Journal of English Language and Linguistics, 20, 64-88.

36. Kim, Minhee & Ahn, Kyungja. (2020). Development and application of the integrated model of elementary English and career education: Enhancing students’ English learning motivation. Primary English Education, 26(1). 29-55.

37. Hwang, Sena & Ahn, Kyungja. (2019). Action research on script writing and readers’ theater for elementary English learners using picture books. Primary English Education, 25(4). 5-28.

38. Lee, Seonju & Kyungja Ahn. (2019). Teachers’ and learners’ perceptions of lesson introduction in elementary English. Korean Journal of English Language and Linguistics, 19(4), 755-777.

39. Lee, Kyu Hee & Ahn, Kyungja. (2019). Elementary English teachers’ and learners’ perceptions and preferences regarding written corrective feedback. The Journal of Korea Elementary Education, 30(3), 83-100.

40. Sun, Min Hee & Ahn, Kyungja. (2019). Three elementary English teachers’ practical knowledge and practices in teaching vocabulary. Korean Journal of English Language and Linguistics 19(3), 560-586

41. Ahn, Kyungja. (2019). Perceptions and identity development of elementary English teachers as teacher educators. Korean Journal of English Language and Linguistics, 19(2), 262-288.

42. Shin, Eunkyung & Ahn, Kyungja. (2019). Teachers’ and students’ perceptions of elementary English teachers’ expertise in instruction and assessment. The Journal of Korea Elementary Education, 30(2), 101-118.

43. Park, Hyunjin & Ahn, Kyungja. (2019). Development and application of an instructional model for consultant team-based elementary English consultations. Primary English Education, 25(1), 27-49.

44. Ahn, Kyungja. (2018). Pre-service elementary English teacher identities and factors that affect them: Perspectives from in-service teachers. Korean Journal of English Language and Linguistics, 18(4), 556-579.

45. Kim, Doyon & Ahn, Kyungja. (2018). Factors for and against becoming an elementary English subject teacher and suggestions for the English subject teaching system, The Journal of Korea Elementary Education, 29(3), 19-40.

46. Kim, Sooji & Ahn, Kyungja. (2018). Self-directed elementary English learning based on public education system: Perspectives from learners and parents. Journal of Learner-Centered Curriculum and Instruction, 18(15), 889-916.

47. Choi, Jiwon & Ahn, Kyungja. (2018). Novice elementary English teachers’ induction experiences and development in reflective teaching. 

48. Ahn, Kyungja. (2018). Development and application of a teacher education model for the identity development of primary English teachers. The Journal of Korea Elementary Education, 29(1), 101-123.

49. Yum, Hyojin & Ahn, Kyungja. (2017). Teaching elementary English writing using wordless picture books: Lesson improvement and effects on learners’ writing abilities and attitudes toward writing. English Language Teaching, 29(4), 157-179.

50. Lim, Eun hwa, Ahn, Kyungja, Bae, Han Suk. (2017). A phenomenological analysis on the grade Six Korean EFL learners’ learning experiences with a native English speaking teacher. The Journal of Korea Elementary Education, 28(3), 35-47.

51. Kim, Minjeong & Ahn, Kyungja. (2017). A case study of the experiences and perceptions of homeroom teachers teaching English at a small rural elementary school. Modern English Education, 18(3), 113-140.

52. Ahn, Kyungja. (2017). Perceptions and identities of elementary English teachers as teacher-researchers. The Journal of Korea Elementary Education, 28(1), 277-292.

53. Jang, Hyunmi & Ahn, Kyungja. (2017). Teachers’ and students’ perceptions and instructional improvement of elementary English vocabulary lessons using loan words. Modern English Education, 18(1), 119-143.

54. Lee, Hyunjee Ahn, Kyungja. (2016). Instruction and cognitive-affective effects of process drama based elementary English lessons using children’s English newspapers. Studies in English Education, 21(4), 65-91.

55. Kim, Sujin, & Ahn, Kyungja. (2016). Teachers’ and students’ perceptions and evaluations of lesson closure in elementary English. English Language Teaching, 28(4), 197-219.

56. Joo, Sung Jae, Hong, Sun Ho, Ahn, Kyungja. (2016). A corpus-based analysis of the vocabulary of English newspapers for Korean children. Journal of Research in Curriculum & Instruction, 20(4), 336-346.

57. Jeon, Taejeong & Ahn, Kyungja. (2016). The effects of English lessons with vocabulary focused task activities on elementary students’ vocabulary skills and learning attitudes. English Language Teaching, 28(1), 259-283.

58. Kim, Jongyoung & Ahn, Kyungja. (2016). A case study of the changes in South Korean elementary English teachers’ motivation. Primary English Education, 22(1), 113-140.

59. Lee, KyungYim, Lee, WonKey, & Ahn, Kyungja. (2015). The present situation analysis of teaching of the speaking in primary ELT and some strategies for improvement. Primary English Education, 21(4), 85-114.

60. Ahn, Kyungja. (2015). An analysis of articles on teacher education in English Teaching. English Teaching, 70(5), 161-192.

61. Seo, Eunhye, & Ahn, Kyungja. (2015). English phonemic awareness and vocabulary instruction for underprivileged elementary school students. English Language Teaching, 27(3), 193-218.

62. Ju, Soon Ok & Ahn, Kyungja (2015). A case study of expert elementary English teachers’ professional development. Primary English Education, 21(2), 261-288.

63. Lim, Eun-hwa & Ahn, Kyungja. (2015). Performance-based assessment in elementary English: Implementation and teachers’ and students’ perceptions. Journal of Learner-Centered Curriculum and Instruction, 15(3), 107-133.

64. Ahn, Kyungja. (2015). Development and implementation of a process-based English microteaching model for pre-service Primary English Teacher Education. The Journal of Korea Elementary Education, 26(1), 279-301.

65. Ahn, Kyungja (2015). Pre-service primary English teachers' experiences and development during their practicums under the national curricular reform context in Korea. Primary English Education, 21(1), 31-59.

66. Choi, Suhee & Ahn, Kyungja. (2015). A case study of using smartphone applications for elementary English underachievers’ vocabulary learning. Modern Studies in English Language & Literature. 59(1), 409-439.

67. Ahn, Kyungja. (2014). Research on second language teacher identity: Focusing on English teachers in South Korea. Foreign Language Education Research, 17, 61-85.

68. Park, Jung-Eun & Ahn, Kyungja. (2014). Teaching reading to elementary English underachievers by using cross-age reading of patterned storybooks. English Language Teaching, 26(4), 167-190.

69. Kim, Tae-Eun, Lee, WonKey, Hong, Sun-Ho, No, GyeongHee, Ihm, Hee-Jeong, & Ahn, Kyungja (2014). A study on the analysis of primary English teachers’ needs for improving intensive English teacher training programs. Primary English Education, 20(4), 149-176.

70. Kim, Sungsoo & Ahn, Kyungja. (2014). English speaking errors of Korean primary students at different levels of oral proficiency and teachers’ corrective feedback. Modern Studies in English Language & Literature, 58(1), 93-121.

71. Ahn, Kyungja. (2013). Experiences and perceptions of English learning and teaching: A narrative inquiry into pre-service primary English teachers’ autobiographic essays. Primary English Education, 19(4), 109-133.

72. Ahn, Kyungja. (2013a). Developing pre-service EFL teachers’ English learning and skills: A case study using English learning logs. Modern Studies in English Language & Literature, 57(1), 139-166.

73. Lee, Yeonsil & Ahn, Kyungja. (2013). English learning motivation and English academic achievement of Korean elementary school students: The effects of L2 selves, international posture, and family encouragement. Modern English Education, 14(1), 127-152.

74. Ha, Jiwon & Ahn, Kyungja. (2013). Development and application of an instructional model for elementary English writing lessons using video media: The effects on learners’ writing abilities and attitudes toward writing. Modern English Education, 14(4), 157-184.

75. Ahn, Kyungja & Lee, WonKey (2012). Perceptions and evaluations of the intensive primary English camps implemented during school vacations: Perspectives from students, teachers, and parents. Primary English Education, 18(3), 179-209.

76. Ahn, Kyungja. (2012). L2 writer identity: A college student’s multiple identities revealed in English compositions. English Language Teaching, 24(1), 1-21.

77. Ahn, Kyungja. (2011). Conceptualization of American English native-speaker norms: A case study of an English language classroom in South Korea. Asia Pacific Education Review, 12,  691-702. 

78. Kim, Jinwan., & Ahn, Kyungja. (2011). Evaluation of an intensive English teacher training program: An investigation of teacher learners’ perceptions and development. Studies in English Education, 16(1), 213-244.

79. Ahn, Kyungja. (2010b). Professional development through action research: A case study of an EFL teacher learner. English Language & Literature Teaching, 16(2), 1-24.

80. Ahn, Kyungja. (2010a). EFL teacher development through a graduate seminar: A narrative inquiry into a teacher learner’s journal entries. Korean Journal of English Language and Linguistics, 10(1), 53-84.

81. Ahn, Kyungja. (2009c). A Discourse-pragmatic study of com in Korean. Language Research, 45(2), 257-281.

82. Ahn, Kyungja. (2009b). Learning to write academic English: A sociocultural perspective on L2 learners’ writing portfolios. Korean Journal of Applied Linguistics, 25(2), 1-34.

83. Ahn, Kyungja (2009a). Do innovative technologies bring about innovative instructional practices? A case study of a Korean EFL teacher's class under the curricular reform context. Multimedia-Assisted Language Learning, 12(2), 9-42.

84. Ahn, Kyungja, & Witmer, Alisha. (2009). Practicing participating in an academic discourse: Language socialization during ESL teacher-student writing conferences. English Teaching, 64(2), 173-197.

85. Ahn, Kyungja. (2008). Teaching as one has been taught: The impact of teacher socialization on the implementation of English curricular reform. English Teaching, 63(3), 91-117.

86. Strauss, Susan & Ahn, Kyungja. (2007). Cognition through the lens of discourse and interaction:  The case of –kwun, -ney, and –tela. In N. McGloin & J. Mori (Eds), Japanese/Korean Linguistics, 15. 135-146. Stanford: CSLI.

87. Strauss, Susan., Lee, Jihye., & Ahn, Kyungja. (2006). Applying conceptual grammar to advanced-level language teaching: The case of two completive constructions in Korean. Modern Language Journal, 90(2), 185-209.