This is an elementary-level Korean language course, consisting of 5 lessons with 4 units, and covers 4 skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking. The main topics include basic expressions used in everyday life, such as greetings, introducing yourself, talking about your family and a daily life and so on. Each lesson covers dialogues, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, quizzes and role-plays.
First Step Korean
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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No prior experience required
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2 weeks at 10 hours a week
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Taught in English
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There are 6 modules in this course
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Yonsei University
Sungkyunkwan University
Sungkyunkwan University
Sungkyunkwan University
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RN
Reviewed on Oct 6, 2021
This course is really a great start to learn Korean language. It taught me Hangul, particles used, vocabularies and how sentences are made. Thank you to Professor Seung Hae Kang and Yonsei University.
KC
Reviewed on Apr 16, 2020
Thank for the free course and certificate. I'm from Thailand. I would like to improve my self about language in quarantine period. Your web is the best way for study at home. It's good for every one.
HG
Reviewed on Jul 28, 2021
it was really useful and informative. I was able to understand different variety of forms , verbs , vocabs in Korean language and thank you for preparing this wonderful sessions for beginners like me.
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