Mastering Korean Communication Through Similar Grammar Patterns

This course is a Korean language course designed for advanced Korean learners and covers grammatical expressions that can be used for various communication purposes. The lectures are structured to help students study grammatical expressions with similar meanings, understand the differences between each expression, and learn how to use them.

• · Level : Intermediate
• · Instructor : Lee Jung Hee

K-Content and Culture Translation

The course "K-Content and Cultural Translation" explores how to translate key elements of Korean culture that have gained popularity around the world. Rather than focusing solely on translating the content of K-pop or Korean dramas, the course delves into the cultural roots that give rise to such phenomena and the unique appeal of the Korean language. Its aim is to provide students with the tools to approach Korean cultural content from a cultural translation perspective, offering insights into how Korean culture can be meaningfully conveyed across linguistic and cultural boundaries.

• · Level : Advancedr
• · Instructor : Cho Hyun Yong

How to Read and Understand Classical Literature: Methods and Perspectives

This course explores two key areas for understanding how to read and interpret Korean classical literature. First, we explore the lives and literature of renowned figures from Korean history. In ancient Korean history, notable individuals such as Kim Yu-sin, King Sejong, Admiral Yi Sun-sin, and Hwang Jin-i made significant contributions. Through the examination of their lives and literary works, we aim to trace a particular flow in the history of Korean classical literature. Secondly, we study Korean classical literature as a source for K-content. Many pieces of K-content—such as webtoons, dramas, and films—draw upon narrative elements from Korean classical literature. By comparing K-content with classical literature, we seek to understand the key characteristics of Korean classical literature

• · Level : Advanced
• · Instructor : Cha Chung-Hwan

Korean Pop Culture History Through Keyword

The purpose of this lecture is to explore the characteristics of Korean culture and understand cultural genes of Koreans by looking at the culture inherent in Korean language. To this end, this lecture examines the linguistic culture including Koreans’ view of languages, texts, idioms, body languages and also examines Koreans’ view of humans, nature, families, and the necessities of life. It also studies areas such as basic language knowledge, language skills, culture, and etc. based on “International Standard Curriculum of the Korean Language.” Finally, the lecture helps students to improve inter-cultural communication skills by providing opportunities to compare Korean and their own cultures.

• · Level : Beginner
• · Instructor : Ahn Soong-Beum

The Foundations and Values of Korean Culture

This lecture aims to establish a basic understanding of Koreancultural history by reviewing the foundation of Korean culturethrough literary history and organizing its values.

• · Level : Beginner
• · Instructor : Chang Mun Seog

Korean Narrative and Culture Mapping

The purpose of this lecture is to know the origin and context ofthe narrative accumulated in each region of Korea and to understandhow these stories have present values in various aspects of Koreansociety, including politics, economy, society, culture, and etc..To this end, the lecture looks at each region of Korea undervarious values and perspectives, away from the superficialperception centered on large cities and tourist destinations.

• · Level : Beginner
• · Instructor : Kim Seik