Gwangju Office of Education Launches 'On-site Democratic Citizenship Education' Program

For Middle and High School Students:
Experience-Based Activities Such as Mock Elections and Debates

The Gwangju Office of Education is implementing democratic citizenship education programs that allow middle and high school students to participate directly at their schools.

The Gwangju Office of Education announced on the 28th that it is conducting the "Democratic Citizenship Education Visiting Schools" program from June 26 to July 14. This program is being offered to 2,046 students in 85 classes across 10 middle and high schools, focusing on experiential activities related to the principles of democracy, political participation, and self-governance.

On the 27th, students of Duam Middle School participated in a lecture on the theme of "Understanding the Basic Principles and Systems of Democracy and Political Participation." Provided by Gwangju Office of Education

In the middle school curriculum, students participate in mock elections, role-playing, and simulated debates centered on the basic principles and systems of democracy, as well as communication and decision-making skills. The high school curriculum emphasizes student self-governance and civic participation, focusing on comparing representative and direct democracy and planning social participation projects. The education sessions are led by local experts, including Professor Chae Youngran of Honam University, former Gwangju Women's University Professor Moon Seunghoon, and Professor Emeritus Lim Hyungtaek of Gwangju University.

Superintendent Lee Jungseon stated, "We will further enhance democratic citizenship education in schools to help students grow into global citizens equipped with critical thinking and practical skills."

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