20151685 Park You Sun
Introduction : Comparing the South Korean Education and the Jewish Education
South Korean system of education is heavily based on methods of memorization and indoctrination. While one cannot conclude that this is a wrong method of teaching, by comparing the South Korean education system with the Jewish education system, which is heavily based on the spirit of Chutzpah, using methods of discussion and debate, this paper will point out the flaws of the South Korean education system and possible solutions to improve the system of education and the style of teaching in South Korea.
The Jewish education system is famous for producing a number of Nobel laureates and successful entrepreneurs in various fields. On the other hand, the South Korean education has yet to produce a Nobel laureate in the fields other than Peace. This difference in success, as well as the completely different methods of education, is why Israeli education system would make a good contrast with the South Korean education system.
Reason for emphasis on education in Korea
In South Korea, academic achievement, for example the TOEIC score, have a direct effect on one’s success. According to Careernet, there is a …show more content…
The education system is completely opposite. Israel education focuses on individual thinking and discussion amongst students, not grading; they study for their own interests. The documentary, Youngsters, Rise with the Chutzpah Spirit, broadcasting on the IT channel shows the most important feature of Israel - the Chutzpah spirit. It is the representative spirit in Israel, meaning impudence; in other words, it is the atmosphere for freely asking and discussing. Their education system is based on this spirit, putting emphasis on individual thinking, allowing for creativity, innovation, and