11290 (v.4) Korean 211

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):

6991 (v.4) Korean 112 or any previous version

Syllabus:

A continuing unit in the Korean language at an intermediate level. Communicative oriented, offers further training in aural comprehension and conversation involving increased vocabulary, functions and situations using interactive activities and audio-visual materials. Develops reading and writing skills through practicing of notes, notices, letters and some authentic material. Covers the Korean culture for an understanding of modern Korean society and it's people.

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit, students will have - The ability to converse in Korean on everyday topics using an active vocabulary of around 1,500 words. Understood and practiced basic and new Korean grammar. Read simple messages and passages inthe Hangul script. Written short letters, notices and diary in Hangul. Developed an understanding of Korean culture and contemporary Korean society relating to the topics in the syllabus.

Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.

Unit References:

Chun, Shin-Yong. (ed.) (1982), Korean Society: Customs and Manners in Korea. Seoul. The Si-as-yong-o-sa Publishers. Lee, Hansol. H.B. (1989), Korean Grammar. Oxford, Oxford University Press. Lee, O.Y. (1994), Korea in its Creations. Seoul, Design House. Breen, M. (1998), The Koreans. London, Orion Business Books. Yonhap Reporters. (1994), Korean Identity: a collection of feature stories. Seoul, Yonhap News Agency.

Unit Texts:

Shin, K. (1991), Korean for Communication Stage 3. Paradigm books.

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Journal 15%, Participation 10%, Spoken assignment 10%, Tests and examination 50%, Written assignment 15%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Year	Location	Period	Internal	Area External	Central External
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 1	Y