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This paper analyzes the evolving role of Korean universities in lifelong education and the development of regional cooperation models amid rapid socio-economic changes such as the Fourth Industrial Revolution and demographic shifts. As labor market polarization, declining middle-skilled jobs, and population aging intensify, enhancing labor productivity and fostering regional talent through lifelong learning have become national imperatives. In response, the government has initiated policies to reposition universities as lifelong learning hubs and to strengthen partnerships with local governments and industries, as exemplified by initiatives such as the LiFE Project and the RISE system. Drawing on international case studies, recent policy trends, and an assessment of university participation in lifelong education, this study highlights the necessity of regionally tailored university lifelong education models and effective governance frameworks. It proposes differentiated models-including regional hub, industry-linked, and integrated approaches-based on local industrial structures and demographic characteristics. The findings underscore that universities must restructure their systems to support adult learners and collaborate closely with local stakeholders, while both central and local governments should provide robust policy and institutional support. Ultimately, the study suggests that such efforts will enable universities to contribute to balanced regional development and national competitiveness by establishing a sustainable, adult learner-centered lifelong education ecosystem.

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Abstract
1. Introduction
2. Theoretical Background
2.1 Current Status and Necessity of Lifelong Education
2.2 Lifelong Education Policy Directions
2.3 University Participation in Lifelong Education
3. Results
3.1 Efforts to Restructure University Systems Based on Regional Demand
3.2 Efforts to Promote University-Based Lifelong Education Centered on Regional Demand
4. Discussion
4.1 Regional Hub University Lifelong Learning Model
4.2 Industry-Based Lifelong Learning Model for Universities
4.3 Integrated Lifelong Learning Model for Universities
5. Conclusion
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
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저자

• Kwang Sik Han [ Secretary General, Council for Lifelong Vocational Education of University College, Korea ]
• Hee Jung Jung [ Assistant Specialist, Dept. of Higher Vocational Education Research Center, Korean Council for university college education, Korea ]
• Jong Won Lee [ Prof., Dept. of International Business, The catholic university of Korea ] Corresponding Author

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• 간행물명

  International Journal of Advanced Culture Technology(IJACT)

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  계간

• pISSN

  2288-7202

• eISSN

  2288-7318

• 수록기간

  2013~2025

• 등재여부

  KCI 등재

• 십진분류

  KDC 600 DDC 700