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The foreign resident population in the Republic of Korea accounts for approximately 4.37% of the total population. To foster coexistence in a multicultural society, effective communication among diverse individuals is crucial. However, there is a lack of comprehensive research on the current state of Korean Language and Cultural Education for multicultural members, particularly focusing on marriage immigrants and their children. Therefore, this study aims to examine existing Korean language education programs and identify the challenges and issues faced by marriage immigrants and multicultural children. In-depth interviews were conducted with six Korean language instructors specializing in teaching these groups to gain a deeper understanding of the on-site situations and issues. Based on the results, this study proposes the direction for Korean Language and Cultural Education for marriage immigrants and multicultural children. This research is significant as it suggests the necessary direction for Korean Language and Cultural Education based on the direct and practical opinions of instructors who work with marriage immigrants and multicultural children, rather than relying solely on existing theories or materials.