The 21st century will be technology-driven and filled with web applications. COVID-19 has proved the need for Edtech companies that teach students how to code. Some innovative Korean educational startups teach coding, AI, app development, and even automation. It is estimated that coding jobs will grow by 80% globally in the next decade. As new jobs will be invented requiring new skills, Korean Edtech startups are creating programs to help students write code even if they are a beginner. Coding is also great for sharpening the mind and teaching problem-solving and analytical skills.

We have a separate article on Edtech SaaS Startups in Korea. In addition, those interested in Edtech startups in Korea for English Learning can also check out that article.

Korean Edtech Startups that Teach You How to Code

elice

Coding skills are regarded as essential abilities of the 21st century. As technology has become a massive part of our lives, technical & digital literacy are critical components of competitiveness. Therefore, Korean EdTech startup elice focuses on bringing coding skills to students, job seekers, and employees. The startup provides an online coding platform, “elice” and an online learning platform called “elice academy.” Users can select from various subjects, including programming basics, data analysis, deep learning, and more. Its strong emphasis on interaction sets the online learning platform apart from traditional learning. The platform guides students through classes and exercises while analyzing their learning progress. Furthermore, all training sessions offer real-time chats with instructors who check your answers and can respond to questions immediately.

The Founding of elice

The CEO, Kim Jae Won, who graduated from KAIST with a Computer Science degree, founded the company in 2015. During his research at KAIST, he saw that students faced many difficulties and limitations in coding classes. Classrooms were crowded and usually led by only one instructor. This made it hard for them to ask questions or receive critical feedback. The learning process was slow due to the lack of interaction and refrained students from enjoying their studies.

Kim introduced his idea of an online learning platform to his fellow students, who liked his idea and helped him establish the company. Since then, the company has received recognition and attention from various institutions and universities for its innovative platform. Schools like KAIST, DGIST, and Yonsei University have implemented the online learning platform into their curriculum. Additionally, reputable companies like SK, Hyundai Card, Netmarble, and many more have been using elice to provide software education to their employees.

After receiving investments from KAIST Ventures and Naver D2 Factory, the business secured a $2.8 million investment from Altos Ventures last year and has raised $9 million.

WCODING

Through coding education, the Korean coding education startup WCODING aims to make South Korea the leader in the software industry. They offer a world-class curriculum to create programmers with solid technical programming skills. Their instructors and mentors have many years of experience and teach their students how to program and what it means to be a programmer. This is why they are regarded as one of Korea’s top adult learning startups.

WCODING offers all its courses onsite to ensure learners get the personal attention they need. What separates WCODING from others is that it helps you find employment in Korea and abroad. Therefore, they have a strong network of employers and sources of opportunities.

Coding Program for International Students in Korea

WCODING offers a special package for international students in South Korea. The 12-week Foreign Package Program is designed for English-speaking students and teaches front-end and back-end programming.

LUXROBO (MODI)

LUXROBO is the creator of MODI, a set of modules that help people learn to code. They offer modules from basic to advanced coding through MODI Studio. It is a graphic-based “drag and drops”: block coding software that uses MODI hardware. Another product by LUXROBO is Code Sketch, an application that provides a block coding program and a video guide to let users create their coding projects. The Code Sketch app includes its MODI Play function, which allows users to control and move their creations using a joystick (only compatible with tablets).

LUXROBO also offers coding education services such as corporate training, teacher training, coding camps, and coding workshops. They have a dedicated coding training team with over six years of knowledge and experience.

CODEIT

CODEIT is an online coding Edtech startup in Korea that has over 10,000 members on its platform. Most of their members are from some of the top companies in Korea, such as Lotte, Shinhan, Hyundai, etc. They offer courses for the general public as well as corporations. All of the systems online are 100% produced by CODEIT. They also provide bite-sized lessons that last 5 minutes. This allows for quick learning of complex concepts. In addition, the platform offers videos, exercises, quizzes, and more. Members have access to their updated and expanding course library. If members have questions, they offer the CODEIT Community where you can ask questions to other members.