The National Education Commission, under the President, has officially begun efforts to establish a framework that guarantees the 'learning rights' of all citizens, ensuring access to necessary education at every stage of life. The initiative aims to address gaps in lifelong learning beyond traditional school education and to develop practical institutional improvements.
On August 7, the National Education Commission announced the inauguration ceremony and first meeting of the 'Special Committee on Learning Rights' held at the Government Seoul Building.
The formation of this special committee follows a decision made during the Commission's seventh meeting on July 16. Lee Kwang-ho, a standing committee member, has been appointed as the chair, with a total of 16 experts from various fields, including education, law, political and social philosophy, labor economics, and management, participating as members.
The special committee will operate for six months, until February 6, 2027. During this period, it will clarify the fundamental concepts and scope of learning rights and explore various policy tasks and institutional improvements to effectively guarantee these rights for citizens throughout their lives.
Lee Kwang-ho, chair of the Special Committee on Learning Rights, stated, "Learning rights are not limited to school-age children; they are significant in ensuring that all citizens can access necessary learning and continue their education regardless of their life stage or circumstances." He added, "We will thoroughly discuss practical policy measures from the learner's perspective with the committee members."
Cha Jeong-in, chair of the National Education Commission, emphasized, "In the face of rapid social changes, it is crucial for citizens to continuously acquire new knowledge and skills for personal growth and sustainable societal development." He urged the special committee to engage in in-depth discussions on citizens' learning rights and to propose advanced policies to ensure lifelong learning rights.
On August 7, the National Education Commission announced the inauguration ceremony and first meeting of the 'Special Committee on Learning Rights' held at the Government Seoul Building.
The formation of this special committee follows a decision made during the Commission's seventh meeting on July 16. Lee Kwang-ho, a standing committee member, has been appointed as the chair, with a total of 16 experts from various fields, including education, law, political and social philosophy, labor economics, and management, participating as members.
The special committee will operate for six months, until February 6, 2027. During this period, it will clarify the fundamental concepts and scope of learning rights and explore various policy tasks and institutional improvements to effectively guarantee these rights for citizens throughout their lives.
Lee Kwang-ho, chair of the Special Committee on Learning Rights, stated, "Learning rights are not limited to school-age children; they are significant in ensuring that all citizens can access necessary learning and continue their education regardless of their life stage or circumstances." He added, "We will thoroughly discuss practical policy measures from the learner's perspective with the committee members."
Cha Jeong-in, chair of the National Education Commission, emphasized, "In the face of rapid social changes, it is crucial for citizens to continuously acquire new knowledge and skills for personal growth and sustainable societal development." He urged the special committee to engage in in-depth discussions on citizens' learning rights and to propose advanced policies to ensure lifelong learning rights.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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