The Impact of Low Fertility on Korean Teachers' Colleges: A Focus on the Structural Adjustment of Teacher Training Programs

Key Points

• This paper aims to investigate the impact of declining fertility rates on Korean teachers' colleges, focusing on the adjustment of teacher training programs.
• Literature review was conducted to analyze the recognition of issues by the education department regarding declining fertility.
• The study examines the structural adjustments needed in teacher training in response to decreasing student enrollments.
• Qualitative analysis of the implications of low fertility on educational system adjustments and teacher demand was performed.
• The study highlights the necessity of structural adjustments in higher education due to reduced enrollment from falling birth rates.
• It identifies multiple factors impacting teacher supply, including population dynamics and improving educational conditions.
• The research reveals the importance of regional balance and the enhancement of teacher training and development as essential considerations.