| Title |
Analyzing Utilization Strategies and Factors of Closed School Occurrence |
| Authors |
서형경(Seo, Hyung-Kyung) ; 전영훈(Jeon, Young-Hoon) |
| DOI |
https://doi.org/10.5659/JAIK.2024.40.5.75 |
| Keywords |
Closed School; Birth Rate; Usage Status; Guideline; Complex Usage; Region Center Space |
| Abstract |
Closed schools present a significant challenge as they are often neglected and disconnected from their local communities, constituting 65.6%
of the 3,896 closed schools. This abandonment not only entails the loss of a valuable facilities but also eradicates collective memory and
historical significance associated with these institutions, thereby impacting the local living environment. Consequently, this study aims to
comprehensively analyze the issues surrounding the utilization of closed schools, examining their current state and proposing effective
strategies for improvement. Drawing from the background of closed school occurrences, three regions anticipating an increase in closed
schools and facing social issues were selected for analysis. The examination of closed school usage progress in three aspects: the process of
practical use, utilization patters, and policy and financial assistance. Insights from the practices in foreign countries underscore the importance
of guidelines for repurposing closed schools, obtaining permissions for remodeling, exploring diverse utilization opportunities, and fostering
collaborations with organizations beyond the Office of Education. By implementing these findings, closed schools can potentially transform
into significant spaces within their communities, enriching residents’ lives and serving as multifunctional community hubs. |