Korea Educational Development Institute (KEDI)

KEDI was established in 1972 by the government of the Republic of Korea to conduct extensive scientific studies on education with a view to bringing innovation and reform to the Korean education system.  In pursuit of translating evidence-based research into evidence-informed policy, KEDI has been at the forefront of addressing current and future challenges facing education in Korea.  As its scope of work encompassing primary, secondary, and higher education, KEDI lends support, expertise, and guidance to relevant stakeholders to ensure they offer and/or receive good-quality education.  It is also mandated to collect, produce and disseminate statistical data while dealing with issues pertaining to lifelong learning and distance education, gifted education, etc.  In this regard, KEDI maintains close working relations with international and regional organisations, as well as central and local governments and related institutions both at home and abroad.