Key Points:

  • “AI-driven digital textbooks” enabled by AI technologies will be phased-in math, English, and informatics starting from 2025
  • Personalized learning adapted to student needs will be offered via coordinated efforts of teachers and AI assistant teachers
  • Leading teachers at the front lines of AI technologies will be fostered, making meaningful student-teacher connections
  • Over 300 lead school for digital learning will be operated by 7 local offices of education in 2023

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On February 23, the Ministry of Education (headed by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Lee Ju-Ho) announced a plan on “Digital-driven Education Reform” with an aim to offer “Education for

All” at the Government Complex in Seoul.

Korea has provided new insights into how education should pioneer innovation to come with the demand in the era of digital transformation, and the plan on “Digital-driven Education Reform” was initiated to meet these needs.

This plan, in particular, envisions “personalized learning” enabled by leading technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) in nurturing every student to become a key talent, helping all children navigate their own learning at their own pace, acquiring relevant skills and competencies.

To read the full press release, please visit the Ministry of Education website.

  • Korea, Republic of (South Korea)

Ministry of Education

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