King Sejong Institute Practical Korean 1

Enhance your Korean language skills with the updated version of the King Sejong Institute Practical Korean textbook. Designed specifically for international learners, this book emphasizes practical communication skills and cultural understanding. It is a revised edition of the Sejong Korean Conversation series, originally published in 2016, featuring improvements based on extensive feedback from educators and students.

Product Details

Pages: 180
Dimensions: 215 x 280 x 20 mm
Weight: Standard
ISBN13: 9791169042697
ISBN10: 1169042694

Key Features

Revised and Modernized

Eliminates gender stereotypes and ensures balanced gender representation.
Simplifies illustrations and instructions for better clarity and efficiency.
Replaces less common standard words with frequently used vocabulary.
Incorporates up-to-date social and cultural contexts of Korea.

Comprehensive Content

Designed to align with the International Standard Model for Korean Language Education.
Follows the goals of the Sejong Korean series, providing clear progression across skill levels.
Covers 14 chapters addressing daily life situations and communication essentials.

Flexible Learning Model

Based on the 45-hour module of the Sejong Institute Standard Educational Model, ideal for both compact and extended schedules.
Modular structure allows educators to tailor lessons based on available class time and learning objectives.

Chapter Overview

Each chapter focuses on practical topics and includes vocabulary, grammar, and real-life conversation practice.

Chapter 1: I am a university student.
Chapter 2: Where are you going?
Chapter 3: What’s your phone number?
Chapter 4: The wallet is on the desk.
Chapter 5: The apples and oranges are delicious.
Chapter 6: I like cold noodles.
Chapter 7: What are you doing on Saturday?
Chapter 8: What did you do at the library?
Chapter 9: Let’s play soccer together next weekend.
Chapter 10: I went fishing.
Chapter 11: Shall we go to the concert?
Chapter 12: It will be cold and snowy.
Chapter 13: I will give my mother a present.
Chapter 14: I was too full to eat Vietnamese food.

Structured for Efficiency

Three-Part Lesson Framework

Parts 1 & 2:
- Focuses on vocabulary and expressions.
- Engages learners in meaningful dialogue and practice activities.
Part 3:
- Practice: Review of language knowledge.
- Communication Tasks: Develops conversational skills through targeted tasks.
- Listening & Speaking: Reinforces skills with interactive exercises.

This flexible approach ensures seamless learning whether in 45-hour or extended models.

Vocabulary and Grammar Goals

Grammar: 28 core grammar points per textbook, totaling 56 in the series.
Vocabulary:
- Practical Korean 1: 800 words.
- Practical Korean 2: 556 words.

Publisher’s Review

This textbook has been crafted to embody the mission of the Sejong Institute—helping learners understand Korean language and culture from a reciprocal perspective. Combining speaking and listening-focused activities with practical communication tasks, it caters to adult learners, ensuring an engaging and effective educational experience.

Take your Korean learning to the next level with King Sejong Institute Practical Korean 1—your gateway to mastering the language and exploring Korean culture!