Ministry of Education Hosts the 18th International Conference for Overseas Korean Language Educators

[Asia Economy Reporter Hyunju Lee] The Ministry of Education announced on the 4th that it will hold an international academic conference for Korean language educators residing overseas.

The 18th International Conference for Overseas Korean Language Educators, held under the theme "Korean Language Teachers, the Center of Korean Language Education," will be attended by 270 participants from 41 countries.

The conference will feature tailored programs for university faculty, primary and secondary school teachers, education administrators, and government officials, combining academic sessions, teacher training, and policy training.

In particular, this event will invite educators, education administrators, and education authorities from countries that have newly adopted Korean in their secondary education curriculum this year, including India, as well as those from Guatemala, Denmark, Latvia, and other countries that have newly established Korean language classes, to discuss ways to advance Korean language education. Additionally, bilateral talks will be held with officials from the Ministries of Education of Malaysia and Ukraine to discuss comprehensive educational cooperation, including Korean language education.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education Yoo Eun-hye stated, "The role of Korean language teachers is crucial for high-quality and sustainable Korean language education," adding, "We will continue to actively support Korean language educators worldwide so that they can teach Korean with pride."

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