Why Learning About AI Matters: The Rise of AI Literacy Education Have you ever asked ChatGPT a question? Or seen your favorite app suggest songs or videos you might like? If so, you’ve already met AI — short for Artificial Intelligence. AI is becoming part of everyday life. That’s why Korean schools are starting to focus on AI literacy education — helping students understand what AI is, how it works, and how to use it wisely. What Is AI Literacy?Being “AI literate” doesn’t mean you have to become a computer scientist. It means understanding the basics of AI — like how it can recognize patterns
A New Grading System for Korea’s College Exam: What Will Change? Many Korean students dream of going to university, and one big step toward that dream is the Suneung, or Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT). Right now, this test uses a 9-grade system to rank students' scores. But soon, that will change. The government is planning to change the CSAT grading system from 9 grades to 5 grades. What does this mean for future test-takers — and for younger students like middle schoolers who will face this system one day? Let’s explore. What Is the Current 9-Grade System?Under the current sys
Discovering Yourself: The Free Semester System in Korea Imagine going to school for a whole semester with no pressure from big exams. Sounds exciting, right? That’s exactly what Korea’s 자유학기제, or Free Semester System, is all about. Since 2016, this system has been offered in middle schools across the country. But why was it introduced? And what do students really think about it? Let’s take a closer look. What Is the Free Semester System?The Free Semester System allows middle school students to spend one semester focusing on exploring their interests, talents, and dreams — without worrying abou
Korea’s High School Credit System: A New Path or a New Challenge? Big changes are coming to Korean high schools. Starting in 2025, the High School Credit System — known in Korean as 고교학점제 — will be fully introduced across the country. But what does this mean for students like us? Is it an exciting opportunity, or does it bring new challenges? Let’s take a closer look. What is the High School Credit System?Until now, most high schools in Korea followed a fixed curriculum. All students in the same grade studied nearly the same subjects, regardless of their interests or future goals. The new syst
The Bright Future of AI in English and Math Education Have you ever imagined a classroom where a friendly robot helps you write a story or solve a tricky math problem? This is no longer just science fiction — thanks to AIDT, or Artificial Intelligence Digital Textbook, the way we learn is changing faster than ever before. AIDT means using smart computer programs to improve education. In English and math, AI is already making lessons more fun, personal, and effective. Smarter English LearningAI tools can now read your writing and suggest better words or grammar. They can also help you practice
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Fair Play Menarini International Award, 29th Award Ceremony marked by waves of emotion
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The Rose, the first Korean band to perform at Coachella, confirms Seoul concert on August 30 for “Once Upon a WRLD”
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Incheon Port Authority kicks off the 6th Incheon International Marine Forum in Songdo, Incheon, to look into the future of the global marine industry
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Seocho Symphony Orchestra to hold performances in Berlin, Germany, and London, England, commemorating the 80th anniversary of liberation and the 75th anniversary of the Korean War
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Gyeonggi Province to hold its largest job fair for middle-aged and older workers on the 9th. 1,000 jobs to be filled.
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Jeju's soul resonates in Rome... Singing of the pain and reconciliation of Jeju 4·3
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Seoul City establishes a foothold for K-Beauty and fashion to enter the European market, promoting Milan as a base
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Korean Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Increase in hand, foot, and mouth disease among infants and young children! Follow preventive measures and maintain good hygiene to stay healthy.
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Korean Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Injured patients account for the largest proportion of hospitalized patients; falls are the main cause
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WHO and international health experts visit Wanju local food production sites