2025 Korean Education Keywords
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“I heard that elementary school medical classes are popular these days in Daechi-dong…” “Will going to a specialized high school be advantageous in the changing college entrance exam system?” A comprehensive overview of public and private education trends. Be prepared for change quickly! * A complete analysis of private education trends in Daechi-dong, the forefront of education. * Key Summary of the '2028 College Entrance Exam Reform' for Parents of Elementary and Middle School Students Last year, in 『7 Keywords for Korean Education that Will Change Our Children's Future』, Editor-in-Chief Bang Jong-im of 'Education Reporter TV', who presented core keywords and revealed keywords that are frequently mentioned in college entrance exams these days, and Director Lee Man-ki, a top college entrance exam expert, introduce keywords that will shake up the education world by comprehensively covering the trends in private education and public education. As of 2023, private education expenses for elementary, middle, and high schools are said to have exceeded 27.1 trillion won. The school-age population continues to decline, but private education costs continue to soar with no end in sight. Most parents say they send their children to private tutoring because they are “worried that their children will fall behind others.” In other words, the private education market grows by feeding on parents' anxiety. "2025 Korean Education Keywords for Parents Anxious About the Rapidly Changing Educational Environment" analyzes the trends in private education, from Daechi-dong, the epicenter of private education, to the academy districts mired in the black hole of medical schools, the elementary school determinism that determines university standards, to the popularization of daily tutors. It allows you to calmly consider what private education your child needs through a clear analysis and diagnosis, rather than just a guess. In addition, we selected six keywords that parents should pay most attention to in 2025 and provide an overview of the trends in education in Korea. The keyword for education in 2025 is ‘change.’ Not only does it organize the key points and provide countermeasures for changes in the education system that elementary and middle school children will immediately face, such as the '2028 College Entrance Exam Reform', 'High School Credit System', 'Autonomous Major Selection System', and 'Dualized College Scholastic Ability Test', it also covers essential information that parents need to know to keep up with social changes, such as 'digital literacy' in preparation for the introduction of AI digital textbooks and 'Neulbom School' for parents concerned about childcare due to the increase in dual-income families. Parents who want to accurately understand the changing educational environment and develop educational and entrance exam strategies tailored to their children should definitely check out this book. |
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Knowing the Prologue Keywords Makes Changing Education More Fearless
PART 1: Private Education Trends in South Korea
01 Academic districts that fell into the medical school black hole
"At the forefront of private education today is the desire for medical school."
02 Daechi Ssoli
"Daechi-dong trends are the trends in private education in South Korea."
03 Elementary Determinism
"Should I board the entrance exam train that starts running from elementary school?"
04 Popularization of daily lectures
"High School Daily Instructors Spreading Across All Ages"
PART 2: 6 Keywords That Drive Education
Keywords 01·2028 College Entrance Examination Reform
"What should I prepare for the changed college entrance exam?"
Keyword 02: High School Credit System
“Find the subject you enjoy the most.”
Keyword 03: Digital Literacy
"With the introduction of AI-powered digital textbooks, reading skills have become even more important in the digital age."
Keyword 04: Autonomous Major Selection System
When to decide on your child's major
Keyword 05: Dualization of the College Scholastic Ability Test
"How should I prepare for the essay-based college entrance exam that will come someday?"
Keyword 06: Neulbom School
“So that children are not left unattended after school.”
Epilogue Hoping to free you from educational anxiety and find peace of mind
References
PART 1: Private Education Trends in South Korea
01 Academic districts that fell into the medical school black hole
"At the forefront of private education today is the desire for medical school."
02 Daechi Ssoli
"Daechi-dong trends are the trends in private education in South Korea."
03 Elementary Determinism
"Should I board the entrance exam train that starts running from elementary school?"
04 Popularization of daily lectures
"High School Daily Instructors Spreading Across All Ages"
PART 2: 6 Keywords That Drive Education
Keywords 01·2028 College Entrance Examination Reform
"What should I prepare for the changed college entrance exam?"
Keyword 02: High School Credit System
“Find the subject you enjoy the most.”
Keyword 03: Digital Literacy
"With the introduction of AI-powered digital textbooks, reading skills have become even more important in the digital age."
Keyword 04: Autonomous Major Selection System
When to decide on your child's major
Keyword 05: Dualization of the College Scholastic Ability Test
"How should I prepare for the essay-based college entrance exam that will come someday?"
Keyword 06: Neulbom School
“So that children are not left unattended after school.”
Epilogue Hoping to free you from educational anxiety and find peace of mind
References
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While 『7 Keywords for Korean Education』, published last year, provided information on keywords that are frequently mentioned in college entrance exams these days, this book focuses on changes in elementary, middle, and high school education.
We've included detailed keywords about educational changes that students and parents need to know.
I am confident that if we understand the core of change and respond quickly, it will have an effect that goes beyond private education.
We also focused on the reality of private education and tried to convey trends.
---From "Prologue: If you know the keywords, you won't be afraid of changing education"
English kindergartens are very common in Daechi-dong.
Its popularity is increasing every year because it exposes children to English from an early age.
Moreover, there are almost no regular kindergartens in Daechi-dong, so there is no choice.
For this reason, as children are sent to English kindergartens, the level of entrance tests is getting higher day by day.
The expression that came about because of this is ‘4-year-old exam.’
---From "Daechi Ssoli"
In the online lecture industry, it is said that students who listen to the lecture from beginning to end are in the lower-middle class, and students who listen while only checking the parts they don't know are in the upper class.
They joke that the top students only buy and use Ilta Instructor's textbooks.
Even for daily instructors, the overall completion rate is an unwritten rule in the industry that does not exceed 10%.
If you don't want to waste your tuition, you need to listen to the lectures critically.
You need to check the information you don't know from time to time.
If you have any questions, please be sure to post them on the Q&A bulletin board of the online lecture site.
---From "Popularization of Daily Instructors"
The essay and descriptive questions on the CSAT, which were the biggest concern, were not included in this revision.
This is because of concerns that grading is difficult and could lead to new private education competition.
Instead, we will expand the essay and descriptive assessments to measure students' abilities and thinking skills.
A notable point in the revised integrated college entrance exam is the abolition of elective subjects.
Beginning with the 2028 College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT), all students will be tested on the same questions in Korean, Mathematics, English, Social Studies, Science, and Career Exploration to assess their integrated and integrative capabilities and eliminate subject selection bias.
---From "Keyword 01 · 2028 College Entrance Exam Reform"
Whether universities will specifically implement the high school credit system will likely be known in the first half of 2026, but it's important to prepare in advance.
Starting with the 2023 Seoul National University regular admissions and the 2024 Korea University regular admissions, school grades will be reflected in the qualitative evaluation.
Therefore, if you are in the top ranks, you need to be even more bold in choosing the recommended courses at your university.
Students in the lower and middle ranks are encouraged to learn what they want to learn if it will help them in their career path.
---From "Keyword 02 · High School Credit System"
The controversy over AI digital textbooks is just beginning.
Once the actual product is introduced to schools, numerous opinions will arise during the use process.
Unexpected things can happen.
Therefore, regardless of whether or not AI digital textbooks are introduced, parents should guide their children's smartphone use and strive to develop digital literacy.
---From "Keyword 03 · Digital Literacy"
Since college offers a wide range of subjects, flexibility in learning is also important.
Nowadays, it is more important to explore various career paths than to focus on one's major.
Students will also need to have a proactive will to explore various majors.
To quickly adapt to new knowledge or methodologies, you will also need logical thinking and problem-solving skills.
---From "Keyword 04 · Major Autonomy Selection System"
In fact, the dualization of the CSAT is a path that we must take at some point.
The same goes for essay and descriptive assessments.
This is the direction we must take for advanced entrance exams.
Because the dual system of the CSAT can solve many problems that have arisen due to the characteristics of the current CSAT and its implementation issues.
Low discrimination, pre-modern confinement test administration method, test format limited to multiple-choice questions, administered only once a year, test scores valid for one year, etc.
Frankly, the current exam is difficult to measure higher-order mental abilities and thinking skills because it is limited to multiple-choice questions, let alone distinguishing students' college scholastic ability.
Above all, the implementation of the high school credit system must be accompanied by an evaluation that increases the importance of elective subjects.
---From "Keyword 05 · Dualization of the College Scholastic Ability Test"
Neulbom School is an important program that provides parents with a safe and productive opportunity for their children to spend their after-school time.
To use it effectively, it is necessary to select a program that suits your child's characteristics and needs, maintain close communication with teachers and program staff, and continuously encourage your child's participation.
I hope that in the future, more systems will be created and discussed to alleviate the difficulties parents face in childcare.
We've included detailed keywords about educational changes that students and parents need to know.
I am confident that if we understand the core of change and respond quickly, it will have an effect that goes beyond private education.
We also focused on the reality of private education and tried to convey trends.
---From "Prologue: If you know the keywords, you won't be afraid of changing education"
English kindergartens are very common in Daechi-dong.
Its popularity is increasing every year because it exposes children to English from an early age.
Moreover, there are almost no regular kindergartens in Daechi-dong, so there is no choice.
For this reason, as children are sent to English kindergartens, the level of entrance tests is getting higher day by day.
The expression that came about because of this is ‘4-year-old exam.’
---From "Daechi Ssoli"
In the online lecture industry, it is said that students who listen to the lecture from beginning to end are in the lower-middle class, and students who listen while only checking the parts they don't know are in the upper class.
They joke that the top students only buy and use Ilta Instructor's textbooks.
Even for daily instructors, the overall completion rate is an unwritten rule in the industry that does not exceed 10%.
If you don't want to waste your tuition, you need to listen to the lectures critically.
You need to check the information you don't know from time to time.
If you have any questions, please be sure to post them on the Q&A bulletin board of the online lecture site.
---From "Popularization of Daily Instructors"
The essay and descriptive questions on the CSAT, which were the biggest concern, were not included in this revision.
This is because of concerns that grading is difficult and could lead to new private education competition.
Instead, we will expand the essay and descriptive assessments to measure students' abilities and thinking skills.
A notable point in the revised integrated college entrance exam is the abolition of elective subjects.
Beginning with the 2028 College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT), all students will be tested on the same questions in Korean, Mathematics, English, Social Studies, Science, and Career Exploration to assess their integrated and integrative capabilities and eliminate subject selection bias.
---From "Keyword 01 · 2028 College Entrance Exam Reform"
Whether universities will specifically implement the high school credit system will likely be known in the first half of 2026, but it's important to prepare in advance.
Starting with the 2023 Seoul National University regular admissions and the 2024 Korea University regular admissions, school grades will be reflected in the qualitative evaluation.
Therefore, if you are in the top ranks, you need to be even more bold in choosing the recommended courses at your university.
Students in the lower and middle ranks are encouraged to learn what they want to learn if it will help them in their career path.
---From "Keyword 02 · High School Credit System"
The controversy over AI digital textbooks is just beginning.
Once the actual product is introduced to schools, numerous opinions will arise during the use process.
Unexpected things can happen.
Therefore, regardless of whether or not AI digital textbooks are introduced, parents should guide their children's smartphone use and strive to develop digital literacy.
---From "Keyword 03 · Digital Literacy"
Since college offers a wide range of subjects, flexibility in learning is also important.
Nowadays, it is more important to explore various career paths than to focus on one's major.
Students will also need to have a proactive will to explore various majors.
To quickly adapt to new knowledge or methodologies, you will also need logical thinking and problem-solving skills.
---From "Keyword 04 · Major Autonomy Selection System"
In fact, the dualization of the CSAT is a path that we must take at some point.
The same goes for essay and descriptive assessments.
This is the direction we must take for advanced entrance exams.
Because the dual system of the CSAT can solve many problems that have arisen due to the characteristics of the current CSAT and its implementation issues.
Low discrimination, pre-modern confinement test administration method, test format limited to multiple-choice questions, administered only once a year, test scores valid for one year, etc.
Frankly, the current exam is difficult to measure higher-order mental abilities and thinking skills because it is limited to multiple-choice questions, let alone distinguishing students' college scholastic ability.
Above all, the implementation of the high school credit system must be accompanied by an evaluation that increases the importance of elective subjects.
---From "Keyword 05 · Dualization of the College Scholastic Ability Test"
Neulbom School is an important program that provides parents with a safe and productive opportunity for their children to spend their after-school time.
To use it effectively, it is necessary to select a program that suits your child's characteristics and needs, maintain close communication with teachers and program staff, and continuously encourage your child's participation.
I hope that in the future, more systems will be created and discussed to alleviate the difficulties parents face in childcare.
---From "Keyword 06 · Neulbom School"
Publisher's Review
Parents' Guide: Education Reporter Bang Jong-im X Korea's Top College Entrance Exam Expert Lee Man-ki
Key topics in the education sector in 2025 that will allay parents' anxieties!
Editor-in-chief Bang Jong-im of Korea's top education channel, 'Education Reporter TV', and Director Lee Man-ki, Korea's top entrance exam expert, introduce keywords that will shake up the education world so that we can accurately understand the changing education environment and think deeply about what kind of education our children need.
By gathering and categorizing scattered information, we help parents who are interested in education but find it difficult to develop strategies tailored to their circumstances.
In particular, in 『7 Keywords for Korean Education that Will Change Our Children's Future』 published last year, we introduced keywords that are frequently mentioned in college entrance exams these days, and this time we focused on changes in education in elementary, middle, and high schools.
It focuses on the educational environment that will change as students prepare for the college entrance exams following the implementation of the high school credit system and the 2028 college entrance reform, and as AI digital textbooks are introduced into classrooms.
In addition, we wanted to focus on the reality of private education and convey trends.
This is because many parents are showing interest in private education in school districts without a long-term perspective due to their anxiety over rapidly changing educational policies and environments.
We honestly discussed whether there is something truly special about private education in school districts and whether the rumor about private education being a 'carder' is true.
“Knowledge is the key to taking the lead.”
A Complete Analysis of Private Education Trends in South Korea
“In Daechi-dong, elementary school medical classes are all the rage these days.”, “When you turn 0, you have to go to OO Academy.”
Recently, there are stories floating around among parents regarding private education that seem like the right answer.
Especially in Daechi-dong, the epicenter of private education, unconfirmed rumors about this practice are often taken for granted, leading to anxiety in other areas that they may not be able to keep up without asking questions.
As the number of 'carders' related to private education increases, we will tell you honestly whether this is the real private education trend and whether it is effective.
01 · The academy that fell into the medical school black hole
In the Daechi-dong area of Gangnam, Seoul, academies offering a new type of 'elementary school medical school class' are emerging.
As the preference for medical schools continued, specialized academies that prepare students for medical school from elementary school onwards were created.
How do you get into these academies, and what curriculum do they teach? Is it really effective?
02 · Daechi Ssullim
There is a saying that the Daechi-dong trend is the trend of private education in Korea.
How did Daechi-dong become a leading destination for private education? We analyze why top students flock to Daechi and the district's private education roadmap.
You can also get a glimpse into the learning keywords of Daechi-dong children.
03 · Elementary Determinism
These days, in child education, it is said that a child's future is decided during elementary school.
Do elementary school honor students really excel academically in high school? Where did the belief that developing study habits in elementary school is paramount come from, and whether this belief is true?
04 · Popularization of daily lectures
These days, the influence of daily instructors is growing in the education industry.
Until a few years ago, daily tutors were popular only among students preparing for college entrance exams, but now they are attracting the attention of not only elementary and middle school students but also their parents.
Who are these daily instructors, and how should we view them?
“If you know your direction, there’s no need to be afraid.”
Six Keywords That Drive Education
The keyword for education in 2025 is ‘change.’
We will deeply analyze changes in the education system and policy, as well as changes in the educational environment, and examine six keywords to help us respond to them.
Not only does it organize the key points and provide countermeasures for changes in the education system that elementary and middle school children will immediately face, such as the '2028 College Entrance Exam Reform', 'High School Credit System', 'Autonomous Major Selection System', and 'Dualized College Scholastic Ability Test', it also covers essential information that parents need to know to keep up with social changes, such as 'digital literacy' in preparation for the introduction of AI digital textbooks and 'Neulbom School' for parents concerned about childcare due to the increase in dual-income families.
If we understand the core of these educational changes and respond quickly, the effect will certainly be greater than the cost of private education.
Keyword 01· 2028 College Entrance Examination Reform
The most important educational keyword in South Korea today is the 2028 college entrance exam reform.
We summarize the key points of the revised college entrance system compared to the existing one.
We also analyze how the college entrance system reform plan, which includes changes in the curriculum and scope, will affect test takers.
Keyword 02: High School Credit System
The high school credit system is scheduled to be fully implemented in 2025.
How prepared are schools and students today for the introduction of the high school credit system?
Let's take a look at how the high school credit system will actually be implemented in schools and what students should prepare to adapt to the new school system.
Keyword 03 · Digital Literacy
In 2025, a bomb called AI digital textbooks was dropped into school classrooms.
It is not known what impact this will have once it is fully implemented.
Therefore, regardless of whether AI digital textbooks are introduced, parents should guide their children's smartphone use and strive to develop digital literacy.
Keyword 04 · Autonomous Major Selection System
When should you decide on your child's major? These days, a growing number of schools are adopting a "college major" system, where students decide on a major in their third or fourth year.
Let's find out what strategies you should develop to prepare for the non-major selection recommended by the Ministry of Education.
Keyword 05 · Dualization of the College Scholastic Ability Test
The dualization of the CSAT became a major issue following the announcement by the National Education Commission.
The education world was in an uproar over the news that the CSAT would be held over two days and that internal grades would be evaluated by an external organization.
This article explores whether this is realistic and how to prepare for the essay-based college entrance exam, which will be strengthened once this system is introduced.
Keyword 06 · Neulbom School
After-school care is the biggest concern for families these days.
In 2024, the "Neulbom School" was introduced, which integrated and improved the existing "after-school programs" and "care classrooms" in elementary schools.
Let's find out how this system is being implemented in schools and how parents can use it effectively.
Each keyword contains the sharp insights of Editor-in-Chief Bang Jong-im, who has accumulated a wealth of information through meeting numerous education experts, and the meticulous analysis of Director Lee Man-ki, who has personally experienced the changes and trends in the college entrance exam system on the front lines of education.
By properly understanding these keywords, which encompass both private and public education, you will be able to prepare for the rapidly changing education system without feeling anxious.
Key topics in the education sector in 2025 that will allay parents' anxieties!
Editor-in-chief Bang Jong-im of Korea's top education channel, 'Education Reporter TV', and Director Lee Man-ki, Korea's top entrance exam expert, introduce keywords that will shake up the education world so that we can accurately understand the changing education environment and think deeply about what kind of education our children need.
By gathering and categorizing scattered information, we help parents who are interested in education but find it difficult to develop strategies tailored to their circumstances.
In particular, in 『7 Keywords for Korean Education that Will Change Our Children's Future』 published last year, we introduced keywords that are frequently mentioned in college entrance exams these days, and this time we focused on changes in education in elementary, middle, and high schools.
It focuses on the educational environment that will change as students prepare for the college entrance exams following the implementation of the high school credit system and the 2028 college entrance reform, and as AI digital textbooks are introduced into classrooms.
In addition, we wanted to focus on the reality of private education and convey trends.
This is because many parents are showing interest in private education in school districts without a long-term perspective due to their anxiety over rapidly changing educational policies and environments.
We honestly discussed whether there is something truly special about private education in school districts and whether the rumor about private education being a 'carder' is true.
“Knowledge is the key to taking the lead.”
A Complete Analysis of Private Education Trends in South Korea
“In Daechi-dong, elementary school medical classes are all the rage these days.”, “When you turn 0, you have to go to OO Academy.”
Recently, there are stories floating around among parents regarding private education that seem like the right answer.
Especially in Daechi-dong, the epicenter of private education, unconfirmed rumors about this practice are often taken for granted, leading to anxiety in other areas that they may not be able to keep up without asking questions.
As the number of 'carders' related to private education increases, we will tell you honestly whether this is the real private education trend and whether it is effective.
01 · The academy that fell into the medical school black hole
In the Daechi-dong area of Gangnam, Seoul, academies offering a new type of 'elementary school medical school class' are emerging.
As the preference for medical schools continued, specialized academies that prepare students for medical school from elementary school onwards were created.
How do you get into these academies, and what curriculum do they teach? Is it really effective?
02 · Daechi Ssullim
There is a saying that the Daechi-dong trend is the trend of private education in Korea.
How did Daechi-dong become a leading destination for private education? We analyze why top students flock to Daechi and the district's private education roadmap.
You can also get a glimpse into the learning keywords of Daechi-dong children.
03 · Elementary Determinism
These days, in child education, it is said that a child's future is decided during elementary school.
Do elementary school honor students really excel academically in high school? Where did the belief that developing study habits in elementary school is paramount come from, and whether this belief is true?
04 · Popularization of daily lectures
These days, the influence of daily instructors is growing in the education industry.
Until a few years ago, daily tutors were popular only among students preparing for college entrance exams, but now they are attracting the attention of not only elementary and middle school students but also their parents.
Who are these daily instructors, and how should we view them?
“If you know your direction, there’s no need to be afraid.”
Six Keywords That Drive Education
The keyword for education in 2025 is ‘change.’
We will deeply analyze changes in the education system and policy, as well as changes in the educational environment, and examine six keywords to help us respond to them.
Not only does it organize the key points and provide countermeasures for changes in the education system that elementary and middle school children will immediately face, such as the '2028 College Entrance Exam Reform', 'High School Credit System', 'Autonomous Major Selection System', and 'Dualized College Scholastic Ability Test', it also covers essential information that parents need to know to keep up with social changes, such as 'digital literacy' in preparation for the introduction of AI digital textbooks and 'Neulbom School' for parents concerned about childcare due to the increase in dual-income families.
If we understand the core of these educational changes and respond quickly, the effect will certainly be greater than the cost of private education.
Keyword 01· 2028 College Entrance Examination Reform
The most important educational keyword in South Korea today is the 2028 college entrance exam reform.
We summarize the key points of the revised college entrance system compared to the existing one.
We also analyze how the college entrance system reform plan, which includes changes in the curriculum and scope, will affect test takers.
Keyword 02: High School Credit System
The high school credit system is scheduled to be fully implemented in 2025.
How prepared are schools and students today for the introduction of the high school credit system?
Let's take a look at how the high school credit system will actually be implemented in schools and what students should prepare to adapt to the new school system.
Keyword 03 · Digital Literacy
In 2025, a bomb called AI digital textbooks was dropped into school classrooms.
It is not known what impact this will have once it is fully implemented.
Therefore, regardless of whether AI digital textbooks are introduced, parents should guide their children's smartphone use and strive to develop digital literacy.
Keyword 04 · Autonomous Major Selection System
When should you decide on your child's major? These days, a growing number of schools are adopting a "college major" system, where students decide on a major in their third or fourth year.
Let's find out what strategies you should develop to prepare for the non-major selection recommended by the Ministry of Education.
Keyword 05 · Dualization of the College Scholastic Ability Test
The dualization of the CSAT became a major issue following the announcement by the National Education Commission.
The education world was in an uproar over the news that the CSAT would be held over two days and that internal grades would be evaluated by an external organization.
This article explores whether this is realistic and how to prepare for the essay-based college entrance exam, which will be strengthened once this system is introduced.
Keyword 06 · Neulbom School
After-school care is the biggest concern for families these days.
In 2024, the "Neulbom School" was introduced, which integrated and improved the existing "after-school programs" and "care classrooms" in elementary schools.
Let's find out how this system is being implemented in schools and how parents can use it effectively.
Each keyword contains the sharp insights of Editor-in-Chief Bang Jong-im, who has accumulated a wealth of information through meeting numerous education experts, and the meticulous analysis of Director Lee Man-ki, who has personally experienced the changes and trends in the college entrance exam system on the front lines of education.
By properly understanding these keywords, which encompass both private and public education, you will be able to prepare for the rapidly changing education system without feeling anxious.
GOODS SPECIFICS
- Date of issue: December 18, 2024
- Page count, weight, size: 304 pages | 430g | 148*210*30mm
- ISBN13: 9791171179329
- ISBN10: 1171179324
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