Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education, "Connecting Closed School Spaces to 'Learning'"

The Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education introduces a model for creatively and efficiently utilizing closed school spaces.

On the 17th, the Office announced that it will exhibit the results of the 'Seoul, Connected by Learning' project, conducted in collaboration with the Department of Architecture at Hongik University, on the first floor of the main building.

The main goal of this project is to transform closed school spaces in urban areas into places that connect various educational resources and people under the common theme of 'learning,' thereby creating a sustainable learning ecosystem where all generations can learn and grow together.

This exhibition is an extension of the 'Closed School Reverse Project,' which began based on a memorandum of understanding signed with Hongik University last November. University students redefine the meaning of 'learning' from a new perspective and introduce a new utilization model that connects diverse educational resources and closed school spaces through 'learning.'

A total of 26 outstanding works have been selected for the exhibition space, including a record book (archive book), visual materials, design plans containing ideas, models, posters with explanations, and video materials.

The exhibition is open for viewing from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. On the first day of the exhibition, students who participated in the project will serve as one-day docents, providing explanations and guidance about the works to visitors.

Jung Geun-sik, Superintendent of the Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education, stated, "This project will be an important opportunity to transform closed school spaces from mere memories of the past into living grounds for learning where all generations can learn and grow together." He added, "We will continue to support and develop such innovative educational environments through close cooperation with local communities."