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Awards Ceremony Held for the 8th Education Public Data and AI Utilization Competition

On Tuesday, August 11, 2026, the awards ceremony for the 8th Education Public Data and AI Utilization Competition was held at the Sejong Convention Center. The competition was co-hosted by the Ministry of Education and metropolitan and provincial offices of education and organized by the Korea Education and Research Information Service (KERIS). Of the 1,886 entries submitted nationwide, 153 teams—137 in the student category and 16 in the general category—were selected as award winners. This year, the competition was revamped to encourage participants to directly integrate public education data with artificial intelligence (AI) to address challenges in education. The three Grand Prize-winning teams across the general and student categories received high marks for both their ability to utilize AI and the educational value of their projects. KERIS will continue to expand opportunities for everyone to participate in education innovation using data and AI, while strengthening efforts to connect these initiatives with data-driven education policy.

2026-08-14

KERIS Conducted K-EDU Fine and NEIS Capacity-Building Training for Education Personnel with Visual Impairments

From Thursday, July 30, to Friday, July 31, 2026, the Korea Education and Research Information Service (KERIS), in cooperation with the National Institute of Special Education, conducted hands-on, in-person training on the use of K-EDU Fine and the National Education Information System (NEIS) for education personnel with visual impairments. The training was held at the National Institute of Special Education in Asan, Chungcheongnam-do. Participants were divided into groups of screen reader users and users with low vision. In addition to the existing practical training on K-EDU Fine, the program was expanded to include newly added sessions on using NEIS and experiencing assistive technologies for people with visual impairments. KERIS continues to provide a range of support measures reflecting feedback from the field, including assigning dedicated support staff, operating a web accessibility advisory committee, and launching new online training courses. Through these efforts, KERIS is working to create an environment in which all education personnel can access and use its systems without discrimination.

2026-08-04

Inter-American Development Bank Education Delegation Held Digital Education Cooperation Roundtable with KERIS

On Wednesday, July 1, 2026, the Korea Education and Research Information Service (KERIS) hosted a roundtable with a high-level education delegation from Latin America and the Caribbean to discuss digital education cooperation between Korea and the region. During the roundtable, KERIS shared Korea’s progress and major achievements in implementing digital education policies. Participants also exchanged views on the digital transformation of education in Latin American countries and explored potential areas of cooperation, including artificial intelligence (AI)-based digital education, teacher capacity building, and the use of educational technology (EdTech). Building on the roundtable, KERIS plans to expand knowledge exchange in digital education with Latin America and the Caribbean and actively work to translate these discussions into substantive cooperation.

2026-07-24

Cambodian Education Delegation Visited KERIS to Learn About Korea’s Digital Education Innovation

On Monday, July 20, 2026, a delegation from Cambodia’s Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport visited the Korea Education and Research Information Service (KERIS), accompanied by representatives from the Korea Institute for Curriculum and Evaluation (KICE). The visit was part of an invitational training program in Korea conducted in the third year of the Korea–Cambodia Education Cooperation Project. During the visit, KERIS delivered a lecture titled “Directions for Future Education Innovation in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: A Focus on Korea’s Experience.” KERIS also shared Korea’s policies for digitally driven education innovation and examples of the operation of major education services. Through the training program, KERIS contributed to enhancing the delegation’s understanding of policies supporting Cambodia’s digital transformation in education. KERIS will continue to actively share Korea’s experience in education innovation with the international community.

2026-07-23

KERIS and the Korean Association for Policy Studies Signed MOU to Advance Education Data-Driven Policy Research

On Friday, July 10, 2026, the Korea Education and Research Information Service (KERIS) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Korean Association for Policy Studies to promote research in education, academia, and public policy. Under the agreement, the two organizations will conduct joint policy research using education data, jointly host academic seminars and forums, and share knowledge and research materials. Through these efforts, they aim to expand the practical application of data-driven education policy research. Drawing on its experience in operating the Integrated Education Administration Data Management System and the Education Data Platform, KERIS plans to work closely with the Korean Association for Policy Studies to enhance the objectivity and effectiveness of education policy.

2026-07-23

KERIS Donated Digital Learning Devices to Children and Adolescents at Keimyung University Dongsan Medical Center

On Wednesday, July 8, 2026, the Korea Education and Research Information Service (KERIS) visited Keimyung University Dongsan Medical Center and donated 10 digital learning devices, a charging and storage cabinet for smart devices, and a personal donation from KERIS President Jae-young Chung to help improve the learning environment for children and adolescents receiving treatment at the hospital. The donated devices were preloaded with major digital education applications, including Smart! Toc Toc Math Explorers, enabling young patients to continue learning while undergoing treatment. Although KERIS and the medical center operate in different fields—education and healthcare—the two institutions joined forces around the shared goal of supporting the next generation. As a leading institution in AI- and digital-based education, KERIS will continue working to address educational gaps and ensure that every child has equitable access to learning opportunities.

2026-07-23

KERIS and Mokpo National Maritime University Signed MOU on Future Education Innovation

On Tuesday, July 7, 2026, the Korea Education and Research Information Service (KERIS) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Mokpo National Maritime University to promote innovation in higher education in response to the accelerating digital transformation. Under the agreement, the two institutions will cooperate in a range of areas, including identifying and expanding digital education tools suited to higher education, jointly developing programs to improve students’ literacy and strengthen foundational education, and sharing academic information resources. Through this partnership, KERIS plans to actively support the professional development of future maritime professionals and accelerate the digital transformation of higher education.

2026-07-23

KERIS Discussed Digital Education Cooperation with a Vice-Ministerial Delegation from the UAE Ministry of Education

On Wednesday, June 17, 2026, the Korea Education and Research Information Service (KERIS) met with a vice-ministerial delegation from the Ministry of Education of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), which visited Korea to learn from the country’s artificial intelligence (AI) education policies. During the meeting, the two sides explored potential cooperation in digital education, the use of education data, and the development of future-ready talent. KERIS presented Korea’s major digital education innovation initiatives, including the National Education Information System (NEIS), education data platforms, and programs designed to strengthen teachers’ digital competencies. The two sides also discussed specific areas and approaches for future cooperation. Building on the meeting, KERIS plans to actively advance follow-up cooperation in the education sector under the Korea–UAE Joint Leaders’ Declaration and work to translate such cooperation into tangible outcomes.

2026-07-23

KERIS and the Association for Digital Education in Special Education Signed MOU to Strengthen EdTech Support for Special Education

On Monday, June 15, 2026, the Korea Education and Research Information Service (KERIS) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Association for Digital Education in Special Education to strengthen support for digital learning tools and educational technology (EdTech) in special education. Following the signing ceremony, the two organizations jointly hosted a forum under the theme “EdTech for Special Education.” Under the agreement, the two organizations will work together to identify and expand the use of EdTech solutions suited to special education, provide teacher training on digital education for students with special educational needs, and promote exemplary practices. KERIS will continue to actively support the creation of an inclusive learning environment through artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies, ensuring that no student is left behind in education.

2026-07-23

KERIS Donated Digital Learning Devices to the Hospital School at Yonsei Cancer Center

On Friday, May 22, 2026, the Korea Education and Research Information Service (KERIS) visited the hospital school at Yonsei Cancer Center and donated 10 digital learning devices and a charging and storage cabinet for smart devices to help improve the learning environment for students undergoing medical treatment. The donated devices were preloaded with major digital education applications provided by KERIS, including Smart! Toc TocMath Explorers,enabling students to continue learning while receiving treatment. KERIS plans to further expand AI- and digital-based educational support and continue its efforts to address educational gaps so that no student is excluded from learning, regardless of their circumstances.

2026-07-23