Korean level 3
A Post A/S Level or equivalent module in Korean language and culture
Module details
- Offered to 3rd & 4th Years
- Thursdays 16.00-18.00
- Planned delivery: On campus (South Kensington)
- 2 term module worth 7.5 ECTS
- Available to eligible students as part of I-Explore
- Extra Credit or Degree Credit where your department allows
A communicative module for students with an A/S level in Korean or a comparable standard of competency in the language.
This module aims to:
- Provide an extended knowledge of the four key language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) by introducing more complex grammatical structures and vocabulary.
- Provide further information on modern Korean society and culture to help you develop a deeper awareness of the region and the language.
- Help you achieve a confident level of communicative competence on different subjects from everyday conversation to academic discussion.
To be eligible for this module you need to have done one of the following:
- Successfully completed Korean Level 2
- Gained a Korean A/S Level qualification
- Have already achieved the equivalent level by other means
This module is intended for those who have already acquired a sound knowledge of Korean grammar and are able to carry out a range of communicative tasks in the target language.
Please note: The information on this module description is indicative. The module may undergo minor modifications before the start of next academic year.
Information blocks
Learning outcomes
- respond to and produce simple spoken language in familiar contexts applying their knowledge of B1 grammar and vocabulary;
- respond to and produce simple written texts applying their knowledge of B1 grammar and vocabulary;
- demonstrate intercultural awareness in the handling of everyday social interactions in Korean;
- engage with a basic range of digital language learning tools to support their production.
Indicative core content
Basic linguistic structures to include:
- expressing conjecture and supposition;
- expressing resolution and intent;
- expressing recollection;
- causative expressions;
- expressing time and sequential behaviour;
- expressing discoveries and result.
Topics include:
- description of weather and seasons;
- clothing and fashion;
- describing travel plans and setting up itinerary;
- general life in Korea;
- talking about public transport system.
Learning and teaching approach
In line with MFL communicative and active learning methodology, in-class activities cover all four skills (reading, writing, listening and speaking) and include: Pair work and group work (dialogue practice, information gap exercises, discussion and collection of key terms/ideas followed by report to plenum), individual tasks (face-to-face and online); discovery and formulation of rules; work with texts, audio and video material to develop learning and communicative skills. Homework and coursework tasks give you the opportunity to revise and consolidate knowledge and skills and to develop awareness of how to use language learning tools independently. This approach not only ensures you engage with a wide range of tasks, but also supports different learning styles.
All coursework assignments will be marked and returned to you within 2 weeks. Marking criteria and revision guidance (how to guides) will be included as needed with each assignment to ensure that learners are aware of all expectations. Detailed feedback will be provided for each individual section of every coursework assignment. Feedback will detail the correct answer(s) along with suggestions for improvement. In addition to the points awarded for each assignment, an overall percentage grade will be given. Generic feedback on coursework will also be given during class.
Assessment
- Coursework (15%): Reading comprehension, grammar and writing task (140-160 words).
- Examination (15%): 1 hour in-class written examination including: grammar/vocabulary/ listening/writing (150 words).
- Coursework (20%): Project-based Coursework: reading/speaking & pre recorded oral presentation (3mn)/writing (150 words).
- Examination (20%): Reading comprehension, grammar and writing task (180-200 words).
- Practical (30%): 20 mins oral examination including free/guided conversation and role play.
Key information
- 7.5 ECTS points awarded on successful completion of the module.
- Available to take for credit towards your degree where your department allows. Also available for extra-credit.
- You must be prepared to attend all classes and undertake approximately 3 hours of private study each week in addition to the assessment.
Coursebook: Integrated Korean: Intermediate 1 (English & Korean Edition) by Young-Mee Cho, Hyo Sang Lee, Carol Schulz , Ho-Min Sohn & Sung-Ock Sohn
ISBN-13: 978-0824824198
ISBN-10: 0824824199