Purpose: This study analyzed the economic and financial education support ordinances enacted by 15 metropolitan and provincial offices of education in South Korea to evaluate their effectiveness in promoting school-based economic and financial education and to suggest improvement directions. With growing emphasis on practical financial literacy and responsible economic behavior, the policy role of these ordinances is becoming increasingly important. Methods: Ordinances and related implementation plans were collected as of May 2025 through the National Law Information Center, the Ministry of the Interior and Safety’s Autonomous Legal Information System, and education office websites. The analysis focused on ordinance components, implementation strategies, teacher training, material development, cooperation systems, and support for marginalized groups. Results: Most ordinances define educational goals and implementation plans, including teacher training and instructional material development. Some reflect local characteristics, addressing issues like financial fraud prevention and social economy education. However, many ordinances remain declarative, lacking detailed execution plans, curriculum linkage, and provisions for marginalized groups such as out-of-school youth. Conclusion: To enhance effectiveness, ordinances should strengthen alignment with national law, include clear evaluation systems, expand target groups, and integrate with school curricula. Future research should empirically assess the actual implementation and impact of these ordinances at the school level.
Eung-Hyun Kim (Thu,) studied this question.