South Korean education and learning excellence as a Hallyu: Ethnographic understandings of a nation's academic success: by Young Chun Kim, Jae-seong Jo and Jung-Hoon Jung, London, New York, Routledge, Published August 11, 2023, 204 pp., (5 B/W Illustrations) £130.00 (paperback), ISBN 9781032515755

The article discusses a book titled "South Korean Education and Learning Excellence as a Hallyu: Ethnographic Understandings of a Nation's Academic Success" by Young Chun Kim, Jae-seong Jo, and Jung-Hoon Jung. The book explores the impact of the Korean Wave (Hallyu) on South Korea's culture and economy, particularly in relation to the country's education system. The authors argue that the Korean education system, characterized by high academic achievement, should be recognized as a cultural asset and promoted globally. However, the article also highlights the need for structural reforms within the Korean education system and acknowledges the limitations and complexities of applying universal generalizations to all educators and students in Korea. The authors propose a paradigm shift that prioritizes optimizing learning efficiency and acknowledges the diverse strengths and perspectives of Korean teaching. The article concludes by emphasizing the importance of cultural diversity in education and the need for nuanced analysis and exploration of different educational systems. [Extracted from the article]