Korean Learning Curriculum

1. Basic Level: Understanding Hangul and Pronunciation Practice

The first step in learning Korean is mastering Hangul, the Korean alphabet. Hangul is a phonetic writing system that consists of consonants and vowels. The goal at this stage is to learn how to read and write Hangul.

• Learn Hangul characters: Understand the basic structure of syllables by learning 14 consonants and 10 vowels.
• Pronunciation practice: Familiarize yourself with the phonetic system and pronunciation rules of Korean, focusing on accurate pronunciation.
• Basic word reading and writing: Practice reading and writing simple words based on the Hangul characters learned.

2. Beginner Level: Basic Grammar and Simple Conversation

Once you are comfortable with Hangul, start learning basic grammar and simple conversation. At this stage, you will begin to understand and construct simple sentences.

• Basic grammar learning: Understand the basic sentence structure of subject, object, and predicate. Learn how to use simple verbs and nouns.
• Basic conversation practice: Cover basic conversational topics such as greetings, self-introduction, and simple daily conversations (e.g., ordering food, asking for directions).
• Vocabulary expansion: Learn essential vocabulary commonly used in everyday life.

3. Intermediate Level: Advanced Grammar and Diverse Conversation Practice

In this stage, you will practice more complex grammar structures and engage in conversations on various topics. The goal of the intermediate level is to be able to hold basic conversations in everyday situations.

• Learn complex grammar structures: Study conjunctions, adverbs, adjectives, and tense expressions.
• Practice real-life conversations: Engage in conversations about shopping, visiting a doctor, using public transportation, and other scenarios.
• Vocabulary expansion: Learn topic-specific vocabulary and idiomatic expressions.

4. Advanced Level: Mastering Advanced Grammar and Fluent Conversation

At the advanced level, focus on mastering more sophisticated grammar and achieving fluency. The goal is to discuss complex topics in Korean and express your opinions confidently.

• Advanced grammar learning: Understand advanced structures like conditional sentences, honorifics, causative and passive verbs.
• Fluent conversation practice: Engage in discussions and express opinions on complex topics such as news, movies, and social issues.
• Specialized vocabulary learning: Study terminology specific to fields like business, science, and culture.

5. Final Stage: Practical Application and Cultural Understanding

In the final stage, strengthen your Korean language skills through practical application and develop an understanding of Korean culture, aiming for natural language use.

• Practical Korean practice: Engage in conversations with native speakers and consume various Korean-language content (books, movies, dramas).
• Cultural learning: Enhance your understanding of Korean traditions, customs, and modern culture to appreciate the relationship between language and culture.

This curriculum is designed to help you progress from beginner to conversational fluency in Korean, with an emphasis on practical language use and cultural understanding.