Dr. Ee-gyeong Kim is a distinguished professor at Chung-Ang University's College of Education in South Korea, where she also serves as the Dean of the Graduate School after her tenure as the Dean of the College of Education. Her commitment to the belief that the quality of education directly correlates with the quality of teachers has led to her publishing numerous papers and books on teacher policy. Dr. Kim has further contributed to the field as the president of both the Korean Association for Teacher Education and the Korean Association for Politics of Education.
Her academic credentials include a Master's degree in Public Administration from American University and a Ph.D. in Educational Policy and Leadership from the University of Iowa. Prior to joining Chung-Ang University, she was a researcher at the Korea Educational Development Institute, a prestigious government think tank. Currently, Dr. Kim plays a vital role as a policy advisor to the Korean government, deeply involved in both the development and evaluation of educational policies. This extensive involvement showcases her profound impact on shaping educational standards and policies within Korea and beyond.