Description
“Sejong Korean” Textbook Overview
“Sejong Korean,” comprehensively revised by the National Institute of the Korean Language for the first time in 11 years, is a pivotal textbook for learners of the Korean language and culture globally.
Book Structure
Part 1: Vocabulary and Expressions
- Focuses on vocabulary acquisition, presenting new words and expressions for each unit.
Part 2: Grammar
- Concisely covers essential grammar, including forms and usage.
Appendices and Indexes
- Appendix Index 1: Korean alphabetical order
- Index 2: English alphabetical order
Publisher Review
The newly released “Sejong Korean,” developed over four years since 2019, is tailored to be adaptable according to the local learning environments of King Sejong Institutes worldwide. This edition has been enhanced to cater to the growing global interest in Korean culture, especially the Korean Wave.
Key Features of the Revised “Sejong Korean”
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Flexibility Across Standard Curriculum:
- The textbook is divided into ‘basic textbooks’ and ‘additional activity textbooks.’ This division allows for versatile use across various course types (Type A, B, and C) at King Sejong Institute. The basic textbook covers core content, while the additional activity textbook focuses on expanding language knowledge and communication activities.
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Stage-Specific Unit Structure:
- The unit structure varies by stage, with content and procedures apt for different stages of language development. The inclusion of various illustrations and visual materials aims to enhance interest in learning Korean.
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Intercultural Perspective on Korean Culture:
- The textbook integrates vivid Korean cultural content to help learners understand Korean culture from an intercultural viewpoint, fostering a balanced appreciation of their own culture and Korean culture.
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Supporting Materials:
- Auxiliary materials such as workbooks, teacher’s guides, vocabulary, expressions, grammar guides, and class PPTs are developed to cater to the needs of both teachers and learners.
“Sejong Korean” positions itself as a national representative textbook by adhering to the ‘Standard Korean Curriculum’ and linguistic norms established in 2020, while also considering multicultural diversity and gender sensitivity. This comprehensive approach strengthens vocabulary and grammar explanations, daily life communication examples, and practice activities, enabling learners to thoroughly understand and apply the content.
Publication date : September 1, 2022
Number of pages, weight, size 64 pages | 223g | 148*210*15mm
