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KERIS Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Gongju National University of Education to Advance Future Education Innovation

On February 24 2026, the Korea Education and Research Information Service (KERIS) signed a memorandum of understanding with Gongju National University of Education to foster future teachers who will lead the era of digital transformation. Key areas of cooperation include establishing a training system for preparing future teachers and narrowing educational gaps through AI-based personalized learning support. In addition, the two institutions plan to support innovation in teaching and learning, and to strengthen practical training on the use of educational administration and finance systems so that pre-service teachers can quickly adapt to school environments. President Chung stated, “Through our collaboration with Gongju National University of Education, we will establish a systematic support framework to strengthen data-driven education innovation capabilities from pre-service teachers to in-service teachers,” adding, “We hope this agreement will serve as an important momentum for advancing teachers’ professional growth and accelerating the digital transformation of education.”

2026-02-25

AI Innovation Forum of Daegu-Relocated Public Institutions Held

On January 28, 2026, the “AI Innovation Forum of Daegu-Relocated Public Institutions” was successfully held at the main auditorium of the Korea Education and Research Information Service (KERIS). Nine public institutions that relocated to Daegu gathered to share their AI strategies across the fields of education, industry, energy, and the economy, creating a meaningful platform for exchange. The forum marked the first outcome of the “Memorandum of Understanding on Promoting the Use of AI among Public Institutions Relocated to Daegu,” signed in December last year, and served as a starting point for AI innovation in the public sector through inter-institutional collaboration. KERIS will continue to lead regional digital innovation as a public institution committed to innovation and collaboration.

2026-02-25

Life-Sharing Blood Donation Campaign

On Friday, January 16, 2026, the Korea Education and Research Information Service (KERIS) held a “Life-Sharing Blood Donation Campaign” with the participation of its staff members. This campaign was organized in recognition of the challenges in maintaining a stable blood supply due to factors such as low birth rates and population aging, and to help contribute to securing adequate blood resources. KERIS will continue to carry out social contribution activities that put the value of sharing life into practice.

2026-02-25

2025 KERIS Symposium

2025 KERIS Symposium Date Venue: December 16 (Tue), 2025, Convention Hall, Hotel Inter-Burgo Daegu KERIS held the 2025 KERIS Symposium under the theme “Happy Digital Education for All: Toward Sustainable Innovation and Growth in Education.” At the symposium, participants shared a variety of practical cases from educational settings amid changes in AI and digital environments and engaged in discussions aimed at supporting the qualitative growth of education. The program consisted of a keynote speech and a total of 12 topic presentations across two tracks and four sessions. In addition, exhibition programs were operated to allow participants to experience AI-based educational services and platforms firsthand, enhancing their understanding and participation. Through this symposium, KERIS provided a platform for communication connecting educational practice, policy, and technology, and will continue its efforts to expand discussions on digital- and AI-based educational innovation and sustainable growth.

2025-12-22

2025 Global AI Talent & Education Forum (GATE) and Korea–OECD Seminar

“2025 Global AI Talent Education Forum (GATE)” and “Korea–OECD Seminar” □ Date Venue: December 4 (Thu) – 5 (Fri), 2025, JW Marriott Hotel Seoul □ Hosted by: Ministry of Education □ Organized by: APEC National Institute for International Education, Korean Educational Development Institute (KEDI), Korea Education and Research Information Service (KERIS) □ Main Programs ◦ 2025 Global AI Talent Education Forum (GATE) 1. Opening Ceremony Keynote Speech 2. Exhibition Booth Tour (TocToc! Math Expedition, Korean for Everyone, EdZip, etc.) 3. Session 1: Building a Global AI Talent Ecosystem 4. Session 2: National Strategies and Global Education Cooperation ◦ Korea–OECD Seminar 1. Opening Ceremony Keynote Speech 2. Presentation: Outlook on Korean Education Policies (EPO) 3. Panel Discussion: Future Talent and Policy Directions in the AI Era The forum served as a meaningful platform to discuss strategies for nurturing global talent in the AI era and exploring directions for educational innovation, while strengthening international cooperation networks. Dr. Jaeyoung Chung, President of KERIS, chaired Session 2 of the GATE Forum, and various AI and digital education exhibition booths—such as TocToc! Math Expedition, Korean for Everyone, and EdZip—were showcased. This event provided an important opportunity to explore national strategies and global cooperation initiatives to lead the AI-driven future. KERIS will continue to contribute actively to building a digital- and AI-based collaborative ecosystem for educational innovation.

2025-12-09

Singapore MOE Visits KERIS to Explore Digital Education Innovation

The delegation from the Singapore Ministry of Education visited KERIS to gain first-hand insight into Korea’s digital education policies and leading practices. The visit provided a meaningful opportunity for both sides to explore Korea’s ongoing digital education innovation initiatives and strategies for strengthening teachers’ digital competencies—areas in which the delegation expressed strong interest. During the discussions, the two parties explored various opportunities for practical collaboration and emphasized the importance of continued partnership in advancing digital education.

2025-11-28

KERIS–IDB Discuss Cooperation on Education Development in Latin America

On September 18, the Korea Education and Research Information Service(KERIS) held a meeting with the Inter-American Development Bank(IDB). The meeting was attended by key figures, including Mercedes Mateo-Berganza(Chief of Education at IDB) and Andrés Rodríguez Bosa(Director of the Department of Educational Technology Resources, Ministry of Education of Costa Rica). The two organizations discussedlong-term cooperationin the field of digital education, including the development of AI competency assessment and training programs for teachers in Latin America.

2025-09-24

Uruguay’s High-Level Delegation in Digital Education Visited KERIS

On September 16,a high-level delegation from Uruguayincluding Centro Ceibal, the Ministry of Education and Culture(MEC), and the National Administration of Public Education(ANEP)visited the Korea Education and Research Information Service(KERIS)to share experiences on AI-driven education policies and digital-based education innovation between the two countries. KERIS shared its strategies for AI-based teaching and teacher training, while Ceibal presented outcomes from its AI Education Research Center(EduIA). KERIS also highlighted its project with the Inter-American Development Bank(IDB), which developed an AI competency framework and diagnostic tools for Uruguayan teachers. Both institutions agreed to expand cooperation through an MoU, including joint research, pilot projects, and teacher training programs. The delegation also visited Sookcheon Elementary School and Daegu National University of Education to observe Korea’s digital education practices, noting valuable lessons for Uruguay’s teacher training and policy development.

2025-09-23

KERIS Expands Joint Operation of High-Quality Korean Higher Education Content with 10 ASEAN Countries

The Korea Education and Research Information Service (KERIS) has been serving as the secretariat of the ASEAN Cyber University (ACU) Project since 2016, promoting continuous collaboration in online higher education between Korea and the 10 ASEAN countries. This year, in cooperation with the ASEAN University Network (AUN), KERIS conducted a needs assessment survey to identify preferred subject areas for tailored curricula across the ASEAN region. Based on the results, a call for proposals was launched to jointly develop and expand high-quality Korean higher education programs. On June 30, KERIS signed Memorandaof Understanding (MOUs) with five Korean universities—Kangwon National University, Busan Digital University, Yongin University, Wonkwang Digital University, andOpen Cyber University of Korea—for the joint operation of online courses with ASEAN universities. Through these agreements: Kangwon National Universitywill offer an emergency care curriculum in partnership with Thai Binh University of Medicine and Pharmacy and Dong A University of Medical Technology in Da Nang, Vietnam. Busan Digital Universitywill provide a curriculum on big data utilization with the University of Information Technology and Yangon Computer University in Myanmar. Yongin Universitywill collaborate with Chulalongkorn University in Thailand on a Taekwondo curriculum. Wonkwang Digital Universitywill deliver a global tourism geography and resources course with Xam Neua Technical College in Laos. Open Cyber University of Koreawill operate a course on industrial digital transformation across ASEAN countries. All course content will be made available on the ACU platform (aseanoer.net), operated by KERIS, and offered online to learners not only in the ASEAN region but also globally.

2025-07-03

KERIS Signs MOU with State Institute for School Quality and Educational Research in Bavaria, Germany

On June 26, the Korea Education and Research Information Service(KERIS) signed a memorandum of understanding(MOU) with the State Institute for School Quality and Educational Research(ISB) in Bavaria, Germany, to explore opportunities for institutional collaboration.ISB is aresearch institute under the Bavarian Ministry of Education that supports education policy development and the improvement of school education quality. This agreement was established to facilitate the sharing of experiences and best practices in digital education innovation betweentwo institutions. The signing ceremony was attended by President Jaeyoung Chung of KERIS, Head Sebastian Pfanzelt of ISB, and other representatives from both organizations. The key areas of cooperation outlined in the MOUinclude: Sharing experiences and policies related to digital education in Korea and Germany; Joint exploration of the potential and strategic direction of digital education in the AI era; Establishing a foundation for institutional collaboration to advance education in both countries.

2025-06-30