K-Pop and K-Dramas have created an explosion in interest for learning Korean, but retention rates remain low
Many K-Culture fans enroll in programs but struggle with the difficulty of Korean grammar and drop out early
Private language schools are adapting by incorporating K-Pop and entertainment themes, while traditional universities lag behind

The rise of K-Pop, K-Dramas, and Korean entertainment has created an unprecedented global demand for Korean language education.

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Sogang University dominates due to its conversation-based approach, while SNU’s rigid academic style is less appealing to casual learners
Private language schools provide flexibility that universities lack, attracting short-term learners and professionals

The global interest in learning Korean has surged in recent years, driven by factors like K-Pop, K-Dramas, and Korea’s expanding cultural influence.

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Academic publishing is currently at a critical juncture. The imminent transformation of scholarly communications is indicated by the expiration of significant Transformative Agreements (TAs) by the end of 2025, the withdrawal of numerous UK universities from Elsevier's Read-and-Publish agreements, and the increasing criticism of the conventional subscription-based model.

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A significant change in how Chinese colleges view their own capabilities has been sparked by DeepSeek's rise to prominence as a global AI powerhouse. Chinese colleges are now proving that they can generate top-tier innovators who compete at the highest levels—without having to leave the country—instead of being perceived as needing to send their brightest minds abroad for further education and research possibilities.

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Canada's higher education institutions are facing significant challenges as the international student market, a critical revenue stream for many universities, suffers a series of setbacks. The financial fallout and no-show epidemic hits Canadian universities as many international students are considering other options such as the UK and US. Canada has lost its global appeal to many international students as they are searching for better prospects elsewhere.