The decline reflected the mass departure of teachers who reached retirement age, which led to increased demand for new recruits, as well as a decrease in the number of applicants. Read more
The number of teachers who took leave due to mental illness at public schools in Japan climbed to a record high of 6,539 in fiscal 2022, a government survey showed, with an increased workloa... Read more
Tokyo police have arrested a 26-year-old former teacher at major cram school operator Yotsuya Otsuka for allegedly filming a female student's underwear. Read more
In an effort to prevent cases of sexual assault against children, Japan is working to create a screening system for people looking to work in jobs that interact closely with younger people. Read more
SEOUL – Tens of thousands of teachers across South Korea have protested in the streets since July amid worsening complaints over student misbehavior and harassment by parents. On Saturday, a... Read more
An advisory panel for the education minister on Monday proposed a plan to check classroom hours at all public elementary and junior high schools as part of working style reform for teachers.... Read more
