6990 (v.4) Korean 111

Area:

Department of Languages and Intercultural Education

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

5.0

Lecture:

1 x 1 Hours Weekly

Tutorial:

1 x 4 Hours Weekly

Syllabus:

An introduction to the Korean language covering reading and writing of the Hangul script, pronunciation, basic grammar and vocabulary. Development of conversation skills through communicative method using interactive activities and audio-visual materials. Introduction of sociocultural features of the Korean language.

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit, students will have - Been able to understand basic Korean greetings, instructions and conversations. Used Korean within a limited range of situations and vocabulary. The ability to read and write simple instructionsand messages in the hangul script. Developed an understanding of the Korean culture and society to a level that will enable effective use of Korean within the situations covered in the course.

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.

Unit Texts:

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

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Participation 10%, Spoken Assignment 15%, Tests 55%, Written assignment 20%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Year	Location	Period	Internal	Area External	Central External
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 1	Y
2004	Bentley Campus	Short Period 11	Y
2004	Bentley Campus	Winter Period	Y