Classrooms in Korea try building connections through snacks, dance
The Ministry of Education on Wednesday launched a six-month national campaign aimed at reshaping school culture. Today, more than 210,000 students enrolled in primary and secondary schools come from multicultural or immigrant backgrounds — a figure that continues to hit record highs year after year. Running through February 2027, the initiative, launched with the National Institute for Lifelong…
The Ministry of Education in South Korea launched a six-month national campaign in October 2024 to reshape school culture. With over 210,000 primary and secondary students coming from multicultural or immigrant backgrounds, the initiative aims to bridge the gap between immigrant and nonimmigrant youth.
Launching the campaign in collaboration with the National Institute for Lifelong Education, the program shifts from passive lectures to structured, shared experiences. According to the 2024 National Multicultural Acceptance Survey, younger Koreans who frequently interact with peers from diverse backgrounds exhibit significantly higher cultural openness (69.77 points) than older adults (53.38 points).
To foster these essential daily interactions, the campaign introduces monthly interactive programming designed to bring students together in the classroom. In October, schools will host activities such as small group discussions, collaborative art projects, and cultural exchange events. The goal is to create inclusive environments where students can learn from one another and build meaningful connections.
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