"Science Education is the Future"... Yeongdeungpo-gu Strives to Foster Creative Convergence Talent

Elementary, Middle, and High School Students Participate in 'Science Specialization Program' to Become the Foundation of Future Science and Technology Industries
Elementary and Middle School Courses Spark Interest in Science and Technology... Hands-on Robot Assembly and Coding Design
High School Courses Explore Various Careers in the 4th Industrial Revolution and Present Career Planning Roadmaps

Yeongdeungpo-gu (Mayor Choi Ho-kwon) announced that it is fostering future core competencies through a ‘Science Specialization Program’ to enable elementary, middle, and high school students to actively respond to the Fourth Industrial Revolution era.

With the Fourth Industrial Revolution, advanced information and communication technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), big data, and robotics are converging across the economy and society, bringing about innovative changes in education and careers.

In line with these changes, the district has prepared the ‘Science Specialization Program’ so that elementary, middle, and high school students can understand science and technology and various careers related to the Fourth Industrial Revolution and independently pioneer their career paths.

The elementary and middle school courses are conducted through student-led participation such as discussions, practice, and experiences to cultivate students’ interest, fun, and curiosity in science. Due to high responsiveness from participating schools last year, the program will expand from 40 classes to 60 classes this year. Students design coding and assemble robots using AI coding kits and physical computers, solving problems and exploring by utilizing digital devices and computers individually.

The high school course, under the theme of ‘High School Career Exploration Classroom,’ explores various science and engineering departments and the world of careers related to the Fourth Industrial Revolution. It aims to develop the aptitudes and competencies required by the changing industries and career fields.

In particular, a current developer of autonomous driving technology, which has recently gained attention, gives a special lecture presenting a vivid career roadmap including department selection, job preparation methods, and the future industrial landscape. Moreover, students design autonomous driving cars themselves and participate in a race competition. Through this problem-solving process, students can grow into talents with convergent thinking skills.

Choi Ho-kwon, Mayor of Yeongdeungpo-gu, stated, “Yeongdeungpo, a top instructor in science education, has prepared the ‘Science Specialization Program’ so that students can develop creativity and scientific capabilities in the short term and grow into talents who will lead future industries in the long term.” He added, “We will continue to strive to help students adapt to the rapidly changing society and grow into next-generation leaders who will lead the future with fun and practical content.”