East Asian Languages And Cultures · Columbia University
An introduction to the Korean language including formal present, past, and future tenses.
I learned the fundamentals of how to understand and grasp a new language.
I learned vocabulary words to use in conversation, grammar points, how to conjugate verbs, cultural knowledge of Korean.
organized and interesting, also nice professor
I enjoyed learning the ins and out of basic Korean.
How to read, write, and pronounce hangul How to use some basic sentence patterns like equational, negative, past tense, future tense Basic vocabulary relating to university campus, self-introduction, etc.
I learned how to read Korean, spell in Korean, and listen to Korean to understand its meaning. Understood Korean culture and history.
I think the course develops students' reading and writing skills more rapidly than speaking skills. If a student wants to speak more confidently they will need to seek outside practice.
I learned the basics of Korean, how to read and write, and comprehension of Korean materials. I was able to identify when to use certain grammar points and make the sentence flow in Korean. The sentences that we translate in English are not the same structure in Korean.
In KORN1101, I gained foundational knowledge of the Korean language, starting with learning Hangul, and progressing to grammatical concepts such as past and future tense constructions. I developed practical skills across the four key language domains: listening, speaking, reading, and writing, which helped me build a balanced proficiency. Beyond language mechanics, the course also offered valuable perspectives on Korean culture and communication styles, deepening my understanding of how language reflects and connects to cultural identity. These insights enriched my learning experience and broadened my appreciation for the language