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.