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11277 (v.3) Korean 515


 

Area:

Department of Languages and Intercultural Education

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

4.0

Lecture:

1 x 1 Hours Weekly

Tutorial:

3 x 1 Hours Weekly

Prerequisite(s):

    11276 (v.3) Korean 514 or any previous version
    OR
    11291 (v.4) Korean 212 or any previous version

Syllabus:

Assisted comprehension of natural Korean in documentaries, news and soap opera broadcasts. Interview practice in Korean. Vocabulary range 3000 active words, Hanja 300. Not available to students whose first language is Korean.
 

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit, students will have- Increased understanding of contemporary social and cultural characteristics of Korea on selected themes. Enhanced understanding of complex grammatical structure used in newspaper articles. Engaged in expressing opinions and views in demanding situations in both speaking and written formats. Developed listening skills on contemporary Korean television dramas.

Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases.

Unit References:

Paek, Pong-ja. (2002), Korean Composition/ Pong Ja Paek, Ji Young Kwak, Ji hyoun Choi. T.L. Robertson Library level 5. Kim, Dongkyoo. (1999), An exploration of listening comprehension linked to authentic input and language learning strategies in a second language. T.L. Robertson Library level 5. Sohn, Ho-min. (1999), The Korean Language. T.L. Robertson Library level 5. Eastman, Carol M., O'Mealy, Joseph H. and Lyons, Laura E. (eds) (1998), Language, linguistics and leadership: essays in honour of Carol M. K. Eastman. T.L. Robertson Library level 5. King, Ross. (1998), Description and explanation in Korean linguistics. T.L. Robertson Library level 5. Silva, David J. (1998), Japanese/Korean linguistics. Volume 8. T.L. Robertson Library level 5.

Unit Texts:

Course Reader for Advanced Korean - Level 1
 

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Assignment 30%, Interview 10%, Participation 20%, Short Tests 40%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Field of Education:

 91500 Language and Literature (Narrow Grouping)

HECS Band (if applicable):

1  

Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information:

 Informational  

Result Type:

 Grade/Mark


Availability

YearLocationPeriodInternalArea ExternalCentral External
2004Bentley CampusSemester 1Y  

Area
External
refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research.
Central
External
refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area

 
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