A Bridge to the World: Korean Language for Beginners Ⅰ

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Approx. 17 hours to complete

Course Summary

This course is designed for beginners who want to learn Korean language and culture. It covers the basics of Korean grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.

Key Learning Points

  • Learn Hangul, the Korean alphabet
  • Understand basic grammar structures
  • Practice speaking and listening comprehension

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Learning Outcomes

  • Ability to read and write in Hangul alphabet
  • Basic understanding of Korean grammar
  • Improved speaking and listening skills

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • No prior knowledge of Korean language required
  • Access to a computer and internet connection

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner

Course Format

  • Online
  • Self-paced
  • Video lectures
  • Interactive exercises

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  • Korean Language Learning for Beginners
  • Korean Made Simple

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Description

This course is an introductory course to Korean language that aims to cultivate basic communication skill for those that are interested in learning Korean language.

Knowledge

  • Understand simple conversations made in everyday life
  • Talk about ordinary subjects
  • Understand the structure and characteristic of Korean language and furthermore, understand Korean linguistic culture which is needed in everyday life

Outline

  • Week 1
  • Lecture Introduction
  • Dialogue
  • Grammar Points
  • Practice
  • Dialogue
  • Grammar Points
  • Practice
  • Distinct features of Korean language (1)
  • Distinct features of Korean language (2)
  • 1.1. Textbook
  • 1.1. Articles
  • 1.2. Workbook
  • 1.3. Textbook
  • 1.3. Articles
  • 1.4. Workbook
  • Korean culture
  • 1.2. Quiz 1
  • 1.4. Quiz 2
  • Week 2
  • Dialogue
  • Grammar Points
  • Practice
  • Dialogue
  • Grammar Points
  • Practice
  • 2.1. Textbook
  • 2.1. Articles
  • 2.2. Workbook
  • 2.3. Textbook
  • 2.3. Articles
  • 2.4. Workbook
  • Korean culture
  • 2.2. Quiz 1
  • 2.4. Quiz 2
  • Week 3
  • Dialogue
  • Grammar Points
  • Practice
  • Dialogue
  • Grammar Points
  • Practice
  • 3.1. Textbook
  • 3.1. Articles
  • 3.2. Workbook
  • 3.3. Textbook
  • 3.3. Articles
  • 3.4. Workbook
  • Korean culture
  • 3.2. Quiz 1
  • 3.4. Quiz 2
  • Week 4
  • Dialogue
  • Grammar Points
  • Practice
  • Dialogue
  • Grammar Points
  • Practice
  • 4.1. Textbook
  • 4.1. Articles
  • 4.2. Workbook
  • 4.3. Textbook
  • 4.3. Articles
  • 4.4. Workbook
  • Korean culture
  • 4.2. Quiz 1
  • 4.4. Quiz 2
  • Week 5
  • Dialogue
  • Grammar Points
  • Practice
  • Dialogue
  • Grammar Points
  • Practice
  • 5.1. Textbook
  • 5.1. Articles
  • 5.2. Workbook
  • 5.3. Textbook
  • 5.3. Articles
  • 5.4. Workbook
  • Korean culture
  • 5.2. Quiz 1
  • 5.4. Quiz 2
  • Week 6
  • Dialogue
  • Grammar Points
  • Practice
  • Dialogue
  • Grammar Points
  • Practice
  • 6.1. Textbook
  • 6.1. Articles
  • 6.2. Workbook
  • 6.3. Textbook
  • 6.3. Articles
  • 6.4. Workbook
  • 6.2. Quiz 1
  • 6.4. Quiz 2

Summary of User Reviews

Discover Korean Beginners course on Coursera. See what learners are saying about this course. Find out the pros and cons of taking this course.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

The course is well-structured and easy to follow.

Pros from User Reviews

  • Great introduction to Korean language and culture
  • Engaging instructor who explains concepts clearly
  • Interactive quizzes and exercises to reinforce learning

Cons from User Reviews

  • Limited opportunities for speaking practice
  • Some technical issues with the platform
  • Not enough focus on writing skills
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Approx. 17 hours to complete
Kyong Hwon Kim, Won-Sook Hyun
Sungkyunkwan University
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