Description
King Sejong Institute Practical Korean 4
Specifications
- Pages: 180
- Weight: 709g
- Dimensions: 215 x 280 x 20 mm
- ISBN13: 9791169042727
- ISBN10: 1169042724
Overview
“King Sejong Institute Practical Korean 4” is a revised version of the “Sejong Korean Conversation” textbook, initially developed in 2016 to enhance communication skills for international Korean language learners. This updated edition incorporates feedback from both instructors and students who used the original series. Additionally, in-depth interviews with dispatched and local Sejong Institute teachers were conducted to amplify the strengths and address the shortcomings of the previous materials.
This new edition has been carefully designed to align with contemporary educational trends, particularly addressing gender representation and avoiding stereotypes or biases. Illustrations and instructions have been clarified for better comprehension and teaching efficiency. Moreover, vocabulary has been updated to reflect frequently used words by native speakers, ensuring the material is relevant to modern socio-cultural contexts and practical for classroom use.
Contents
- Preface
- Foreword
- Notes
- Unit Breakdown
Units Overview
- You Seem to Have a Great Personality
- Resolve the Problem by Talking It Out
- Walking Clears My Mind and Improves My Mood
- The Filming Was So Good, It Felt Real
- I Messed Up My Presentation Due to a Video Error
- Midnight Snacks Have Become a Habit
- Gwanghwamun is the Main Gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace
Let’s Talk Together 1
- You Should Do What Makes You Happy
- Getting a Certification Will Help with Job Applications
- The Residents Were Evacuated in Advance and Precautions Were Thorough
- How Long Does It Take to Conduct a Survey?
- Strange Noises Came as Soon as I Pressed Print
- It Feels Like My Life is More Convenient
- I Decided to Do Something Helpful for Others
Let’s Talk Together 2
- Model Answers
- Listening Scripts
- Grammar Explanations
- Vocabulary Index
- Expression Index
Publisher Review
Editorial Direction
- Designed to help learners understand Korean language and culture from a mutual perspective, in line with the goals of the Sejong Institute.
- Developed based on the “International Standard Korean Language Education Model” and the “Sejong Institute Standard Education Model” with goals derived from the original “Sejong Korean” series.
- Offers flexibility for use in a 45-hour learning module while also being adaptable for extended class durations.
- Focuses on speaking and listening skills, aligning with the condensed “45-hour model” of the Sejong Institute Standard Education Model.
Textbook Structure
Integrated Design
This textbook seamlessly connects with volumes 1-4 of the “Sejong Korean” series, reflecting their themes, linguistic knowledge, and skills. The “Practical Korean” series comprises two volumes with 14 units each, making it suitable for diverse instructional durations, including 45-hour and 60-hour models.
Unit Breakdown
- Part 1 & Part 2: Focus on learning linguistic knowledge through vocabulary and expressions. Interactive conversation activities help students internalize knowledge beyond passive listening.
- Part 3: Divided into “Practice,” “Speak Up,” and “Listen and Speak” sections for review, communication tasks, and listening/speaking activities. These sections are flexible, allowing instructors to choose based on class duration and priorities.
Linguistic Goals
- Grammar: 28 key grammar points are introduced in each volume, totaling 56 across the series.
- Vocabulary & Expressions: The first volume introduces 800 words, while the second volume includes 556, making a cumulative total of 1,356.
“King Sejong Institute Practical Korean 4” is ideal for learners seeking to enhance both fluency and accuracy, offering balanced language knowledge and real-world communication activities tailored to adult learning strategies.
Raúl – Mexico City, Mexico –
El libro es fácil de seguir y útil para practicar. Tiene buenos ejercicios prácticos que me ayudaron a mejorar mi vocabulario en coreano. Me llegó rápido y bien empacado, sin problemas. Estoy satisfecho con la compra.
Cassius Mireles from Los Angeles, USA –
Mastering practical language through genuine cultural narratives, the resources provided have transformed my understanding of conversational Korean. It’s an intricate blend of life and learning—a mosaic richly interwoven with contemporary realities.
Amir Zareh from San Francisco, USA –
Navigating daily conversations became seamless; each lesson infused confidence, peeling layers off anxiety. Deeply enriching learning tools enabled immersive experiences, aligning language acquisition with life here in vibrant San Francisco.
Liam – Chicago, USA –
I like this book. It’s straightforward and easy to follow for learning Korean. The explanations are clear, which helps a lot. I’m finding the practice exercises helpful too.
Thijs Van Der Laan from Amsterdam –
Nou, luister eens. Dit boek is echt een frisse wind als je het hebt over Koreaans leren! Het maakt gebruik van humor en connectie met hedendaagse thema’s wat de lessen zo veel leuker maakt. Toen ik in Parijs zat om te studeren voelde ik me best verloren met al die boeken tot iemand me dit gaf. Wat super fijn was zijn de gesprekken waarin we onze verhalen deelden – helemaal weggetrokken uit lesmethoden die vaak niet werken of simpelweg saai waren!