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
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No prior experience required
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2 weeks at 10 hours a week
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Yonsei University
Sungkyunkwan University
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SS
Reviewed on May 27, 2020
It has been a fun learning experience and I look forward to studying more Korean. I appreciate the thought and efforts on how this course was outlined by Yonsei University taught by Professor Sang.
AO
Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025
If you are just starting Korean this is a great course! If you know some basics, this course will most likely touch upon it, but it's always great to review and understand the grammar behind phrases.
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.
