International Journal of Education and Development using ICT

International Journal of Education and Development using ICT > Vol. 16, No. 3 (2020)

Education Reform for the Future: A Case Study of Korea

Euiryeong Jeong, The World Bank Group

Abstract
This paper describes how the global education community can prepare for the future of education. With the aim of promoting global education and creativity, the paper leverages case studies on Korea’s education reform, including the Free Semester Program (FSP) and the SMART Initiative using ICT, which are new education initiatives focused on promoting ICT skills in schools across Korea. The paper highlights critical aspects of successful implementation, the role of government, and the positive impact of these policies. It proposes lessons for scaling up similar practices in other settings.

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