King Sejong Institute Practical Korean 3

Description

King Sejong Institute Practical Korean 3

Specifications

• Pages: 180
• Dimensions: 215 × 280 × 20 mm
• ISBN-13: 9791169042710
• ISBN-10: 1169042716

Overview
The King Sejong Institute Practical Korean 3 textbook is designed for international learners focusing on improving their Korean communication skills. This book is an updated version of the 2016 Sejong Korean Conversation series. Feedback was collected from instructors and students who used the previous edition, alongside in-depth interviews with educators. The aim was to enhance its strengths and address any shortcomings.

Key Features

1. Gender Inclusivity: Stereotypes and biases in illustrations and text have been removed to ensure balanced gender representation.
2. Simplified Content: Complex instructions and ambiguous visuals have been clarified for better teaching and learning efficiency.
3. Updated Vocabulary: Commonly used terms have replaced less familiar alternatives, aligning with contemporary sociocultural contexts.
4. Enhanced Usability: Tailored for practical use in classrooms, with increased relevance to modern Korean society.

Table of Contents

• Publisher’s Note
• Preface
• Instructions for Use
• Chapter Overview

Chapters

1. Learning and Working Hard
2. Do You Know How to Play Tennis?
3. Where Shall We Meet?
4. Let’s Shop Together for What We Need
5. Have You Ever Been to New York?
6. May I Try This On?
7. I Hope We Can Win an Award in the Finals

Let’s Talk Together 1

8. How About Finding Fun Activities in Korean?
9. Stir-frying Noodles Slightly Makes Them Tastier
10. People Are Different, but I Usually Don’t Use Informal Speech Before Getting Close
11. They Say the Actors Act So Well
12. My Wrist Hurts So Much That I Can’t Even Brush My Teeth
13. I’ve Saved a Lot on Living Expenses
14. Why Don’t You Try Traveling to Korea?

Let’s Talk Together 2

• Model Answers
• Listening Scripts
• Grammar Explanations
• Vocabulary Index
• Expression Index

Publisher’s Review
This textbook aligns with the King Sejong Institute’s mission to promote mutual understanding of Korean language and culture. It is developed based on the International Standard Model for Korean Language Education and the King Sejong Institute Standard Education Model.

Key Teaching Methodologies

• Focus on Speaking and Listening: Tailored for a 45-hour module, prioritizing speaking and listening skills.
• Modular Structure: Divided into three flexible parts to adapt to different class durations and schedules.
• Balance of Fluency and Accuracy: Includes language knowledge and communication tasks for well-rounded skill development.
• Cognitive-Friendly Design: Crafted to suit adult learners’ cognitive abilities and strategies for efficient learning.

Content Structure

• Thematic Integration: Reflects themes and linguistic skills from earlier Sejong Korean levels (1-4).
• Flexible Learning Steps: Three parts per unit for vocabulary, expressions, and communication skills.
  • Part 1 & 2: Focused on vocabulary and expressions with interactive conversation activities.
  • Part 3: Includes practice, storytelling, and speaking tasks. Time-constrained classes can select relevant activities.

Learning Goals

• Grammar: Covers 56 grammar points across levels 1 and 2.
• Vocabulary: Introduces 1,356 words and expressions (800 in level 1 and 556 in level 2).

This textbook is ideal for learners seeking a comprehensive, flexible, and practical approach to mastering Korean conversation and culture.