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Things to Know about the South Korean Education System 

By Geetika Arora 

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Explore South Korea's education system with 8 intriguing facts. Discover unique aspects of the Education System in this East Asian country. 

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South Korea, like other Asian nations, is particular about feet. They view them as unclean, requiring slippers indoors. Schools enforce the same, mandating students and staff wear slippers upon entry. 

Shoe Etiquette 

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South Korean schools rely on students to maintain their classrooms. Janitors handle major tasks while students take care of daily cleaning and trash removal before classes begin. 

Student Responsibility 

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South Korea embraces technology in education, utilising blue-screen technology in some schools. Students are fully immersed in role-playing scenes, creating a cinematic learning experience. 

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Role-playing Lessons 

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School staff must be prepared to relocate due to a five-year lottery system that necessitates changing schools. As a result, there is frequent turnover in the staff of South Korean schools. 

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Changing School Staff 

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South Korea's gaming prowess is well-known, but schools also harness games for education. Using games enhances learning as students engage more effectively, prompting teachers to incorporate them extensively. 

Learning Through Games 

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South Korean students used to attend school on Saturdays, but in 2012, the public school system granted them Saturdays off, improving the happiness of both students and teachers. 

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Change in School Schedule 

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High school in South Korea can be incredibly intense, with 16-hour school days due to intense competition for prestigious universities, reflecting the culture of academic excellence. 

Intensity of High School 

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South Korean high schoolers fear exam failure, leading them to seek evening extra lessons. These sought-after private sessions serve as both academic support and a social platform. 

Private Extra Lessons 

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Explore the distinctive features of South Korean education and gain an appreciation for its system in this recap. 

Recap

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