Suncheon Future Science High School's Kang Dae-hyuk Receives 'Science Teacher of the Year Award'

Development of the Jeonnam-Style Minerva Discussion Class
Educational Effectiveness Proven at National Competitions
AI and Digital-Based Approach... Expanding Student Participation

Kang Dae-hyuk, a teacher at Suncheon Future Science High School in Jeonnam, received the '2025 Science Teacher of the Year Award.'

On December 2, the Jeonnam Provincial Office of Education announced, "Teacher Kang was recognized for his contributions to the advancement of science education in Jeonnam, consistently implementing classroom innovation centered on student-led Minerva discussion classes and digital-based inquiry activities."

Kang Daehyuk, a teacher at Suncheon Future Science High School in Jeonnam, received the '2025 Science Teacher of the Year Award.' Provided by Jeonnam Provincial Office of Education

Teacher Kang has developed various teaching models to create a classroom where students ask questions and explore on their own. In particular, the 'Jeonnam-style Minerva Discussion Class Model,' which emerged from a future education expert training program in collaboration with Korea Institute of Energy Technology, has drawn attention as a case that enhances student initiative and core competencies.

This model was presented as a national representative class in the 'Future Classroom' at the 2024 Korea Glocal Future Education Expo, and its effectiveness has been demonstrated by receiving the top grade nationwide at the Classroom Innovation Case Study Competition.

He has integrated digital sensors and artificial intelligence (AI)-based analytical functions into his lessons, enabling students to collect and interpret data themselves and expand their scientific thinking. He also broadened the scope of his classes by introducing exploration activities on topics connected to students' lives, such as local energy status analysis and metaverse projects.

Additionally, Teacher Kang has built expertise in various fields by serving as a leading teacher for the 2022 revised science curriculum, a leading teacher for integrated science, and an external researcher for the future education expert training program, developing AI-based lessons and providing on-site consulting in curriculum research.

Teacher Kang stated, "The greatest reward is being part of the process where students learn on their own, collaborate, and discover their potential," adding, "I will continue to research and practice so that science classes become a place of learning that connects students' futures and lives."

Kim Younggil, Director of Glocal Future Education at the Jeonnam Provincial Office of Education, commented, "Teacher Kang is an educator who deeply understands the local educational environment and has practiced lessons connected to students' lives," and evaluated this as "a meaningful example showing the direction of future science education in the field."

The Jeonnam Provincial Office of Education plans to continue strengthening cooperation with schools to foster student-led classroom innovation and establish a digital-based science learning environment.