By David Isabirye
The Embassy of Republic of Korea held a successful conference on Korean mindset education and its applications in Uganda on 26th April 2024.
This conference gathered Government officials, scholars from Yonsei University and Makerere University, and the media representatives.
The focus was on exploring how Korean mindset education could be effectively applied in Uganda.
In the opening remarks, the Korean Deputy Ambassador Jung-eun Lee expressed optimism that the
conference would foster cooperation between the two countries in mindset education.
Lee who ably represented the Ambassador H.E Sung-soo Park highlighted Korea’s impressive development trajectory since its liberation in 1945, attributing a portion of this success to Korean mindset education principles.
Professor Kim from Yonsei University elaborated on the distinctive features of Korean mindset education. He emphasized its emphasis on cultivating subjective thinking for the benefit of both individuals and communities, citing its role in Korea’s Nationalist Movement.
Additionally, Professor Kim stressed the importance of lifestyle changes, alongside traditional classroom education, in achieving genuine mindset shifts.
Korean Mindset Education gained prominence during the 1970s as part of the 5-year National Development Plan, particularly through the New Village Movement.
This initiative is regarded as one of the most successful socioeconomic development programs
implemented globally since World War II.
Professor Nansubuga from Makerere University outlined Uganda’s efforts to implement a step Mindset Change Education Model, drawing inspiration from Korea’s experiences.
The goal is to reshape attitudes and behaviors to align with Uganda’s national development objectives.
The different participants acknowledged the cultural nuances inherent in mindset education and agreed on the necessity of developing Uganda’s own approach.
They recognized Korea’s successful adaptation of mindset education to its unique context and advocated for a similar tailored approach in Uganda.
Overall, the conference provided a valuable platform for exchanging ideas and insights, paving the way for potential collaboration between Korea and Uganda in the realm of mindset education.
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