KOR-303 Advanced Korean II (3)

Students attain advanced mid level Korean language and literacy proficiency through the course contents and task-based learning. Students develop a dynamic understanding of contemporary Korean culture and society in Korean through authentic materials (e.g. news, film, books, media, magazines and literatures) based on five thematic units. The course takes a multifaceted approach to social issues and problems present in Korea, helping students to be inclusive of various perspectives. The course draws from a variety of topics related to contemporary Korean society and values/norms including social hierarchy (age and statues), equity and equality (gender, ethnic and language), stereotype (originality, regions, and generations), conflict and peace (South and North, Korea and Japan, East and West), and diversity and inclusion (arts, entertainment, education, career). Usually Offered: spring. Prerequisite: KOR-302.