Registration is now open for Fall 2024 Korean language & culture classes from the King Sejong Institute Washington, D.C.!  Focused on practical language skills and cultural context, the King Sejong Institute Washington, D.C. (KSIDC) offers a range of classes that build skills in speaking, reading, listening, and writing Korean. All classes are limited in size and led by native Korean-speaking instructors with teaching experience at U.S. universities or professional institutions. Classes primarily teach language skills, while also introducing students to the traditional, modern, and social culture of Korea. Most KSIDC courses are currently offered remotely online with no location restrictions, typically in addition to some in-person course options in Washington, D.C.  The KSIDC is a DC-based 501(c)3 nonprofit organization which operates Korean language classes and educational programs in partnership with the Korean Cultural Center. Registration for all KSIDC classes is open to the public, and all those who wish to improve their Korean are welcome! For more details, see our nondiscrimination policy below. Nondiscrimination Policy  The King Sejong Institute Washington, D.C. admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to its students. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission and registration policies, support related to registration costs, and other school-administered programs. All are welcome! 2024 Schedule Spring: early February – May Summer: late May – August Fall: mid-September – December   Exact start and end dates for each class vary. A detailed schedule will be added to this website and sent to our mailing list a few weeks before each session of classes. Follow the KSIDC on Facebook for early updates and more!  Overview Schedule The Fall 2024 session offers a majority of courses that meet online/remote with regular video meetings via Zoom or other platforms, generally during weekday evenings with some Saturday morning and afternoon options, as well as two in-person/hybrid groups that include meetings at the Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C. In-person/hybrid and online courses cover the same content and meet for the same amount of time; all courses meet once per week for a total of 24 class hours (12 meetings total) and will finish by mid December at the latest, but possibly earlier if there are no cancellations. All online courses include the option to review full class recordings for a period of time after each meeting; in-person class meetings do not include recordings, but do include other perks: light Korean refreshments during every meeting and a final class catered Korean dinner party. In the future, the majority of courses will remain online/remote as we gradually resume in-person options. Fees  Registration fees for Fall 2024 are as follows, per entire course (comprising 24 class hours / 12 meetings):  Registration Fees Online In-person/Hybrid New Students: $240 $250 Returning Students: $220 $230 The registration fee for new students is $240 (online) or $250 (in-person/hybrid) per complete course (comprising 24 class hours/12 meetings). Returning students receive a discounted rate of $220 (online) or $230 (in-person/hybrid). Additionally, first-time registrants in certain courses this session that are continuing our trial of a new textbook under consideration (Sogang Compact) receive a further $20 tuition discount (details below under "Textbooks"). Textbooks are required for all courses, and can be purchased independently or through the KSIDC for $45 with registration (excluding for Special Topic, Advanced, and Sogang Compact courses, for which books should be purchased independently; details below). All courses are contingent upon a minimum enrollment, and tuition is fully refundable until the day after the first class meeting. Fees may change in the future, as we adjust our online/offline pricing. Textbooks The KSIDC is pleased to offer textbooks for purchase (excluding for Special Topic, Advanced, and certain regular course groups using the Sogang Compact series, noted below), giving local learners the option to conveniently purchase textbooks in DC. The cost for textbooks from the KSIDC for all regular sequence courses (Beginner through Intermediate) is $45 per complete set (Sogang student book, workbook, and grammar booklet together). However, textbooks purchased from the KSIDC MUST be picked up at the Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C. on one of the designated pickup dates (we cannot ship individual textbooks). Non-local students are thus encouraged to purchase their books independently. View a complete reference list of textbooks with links for this session here. This fall two particular groups will also continue our trial of the Sogang Compact Series textbooks, which we are evaluating, instead of using the regular Sogang series books. Those registering for either Beginner 2 Group B or Intermediate 2 Group A will need to purchase the necessary textbooks on their own, as we do not have them for sale just yet. Tuition for these two group only is further discounted by $20 for first-time registrants to offset the additional textbook cost. These groups will cover the same essential content as other groups at the same level, as the books are similar but reorganized, so registering for one of these will not limit future study options. See the textbook overview here for details on all textbooks. Hybrid Course Information We are excited to offer more in-person classes this fall, in the form of two Beginner 1 hybrid groups (C and D) that will mostly meet in-person with some online/remote meetings expected towards the end of the session. These two in-person/online hybrid classes will meet at the Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C. at the usual earlier in-person time (4:45-6:45 pm) for the first 8-10 meetings, then meet online via Zoom for the final 2-4 meetings at a slightly later time (6:00-8:00 pm). This unique schedule is designed to maximize in-person classroom hours while working around some expected site rennovations towards the end of the year as a precaution; if the rennovation work does not impede classes, it is possible that these classes will be fully in-person (TBD). The returning student fee for these courses remains the in-person rate of $230, as snacks/coffee/tea and the final dinner party will still be offered during the in-person portion. In-person classes are generally a similar size to online (12-14). In-person class meetings will not be recorded for review like all online meetings will be, but instructors are generally available before in-person class to help anyone catch up. On-site parking is not provided, but local street parking is generally available. Covid-19 vaccination is recommended but not required to register for an in-person/hybrid course; masks are optional. Although not relevant for returning students, textbooks can also be purchased in-person the first day. Those participating in in-person classes are also required to sign a waiver/release form, which will be provided by email upon registation. We plan to resume more robust in-person options in future sessions (after the busy summer travel season!).  Eligibility KSIDC classes are generally open to anyone, however registrants must be at least age 15 at the start (a parental consent form is also required for those under age 18). Classes are primarily taught in English. Parents of minors should be aware that most other registrants are adults and most classes involve some virtual breakout room or pair work. We hope to offer youth classes in the future, so please stay tuned and join our mailing list for updates, Parents. See our nondiscrimination policy for more details.  Perks  Students with 75% attendance or better receive a certificate of completion upon completion of the course. All online courses include the option to review class recordings for a period of time after each meeting. Students can also arrange to meet before or after class with their instructor during virtual or in-person office hours, as available. In-person classes do not include recordings (although we may add this capability later) but instructors are usually available before class and in-person courses also include light Korean refreshments during the breaktime of every meeting as well as a final class catered Korean dinner party. Although refreshments and the dinner are not possible remotely, online courses instead feature reduced average class size to help facilitate online learning and greater individualized attention, in addition to more schedule and viewing options. Registration To register for any course listed here, scroll down to see the registration steps at the bottom of this page.  Schedule of Classes Scroll down for complete class description, textbook, and placement information below. Special or irregular times/dates are underlined. If a class is full, sometimes from the start due to continuing students, join the waitlist! Depending on demand, additional groups may be added. Those on the waitlist will be notified first of any new options. All lettered "groups" cover the same content within each level, but may occur on different schedules or with different instructors. Regular Sequence Courses Beginner 1 Beginner 1, Group A (Tuesdays) 6-8pm EDT.  Instructor: Eunjung Park, starting Sept. 17 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 1, Group B (Tuesdays) 6-8pm EDT.  Instructor: Hyunah Kim, starting Sept. 17 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 1, Group C (Thursday) 4:45-6:45pm EDT (in person) & 6-8pm EDT (online).  Instructor: Eunhae Ro, starting Sept. 12 HYBRID  This hybrid class meets in-person most weeks, but shifts online during certain weeks. See above for details. Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 1, Group D (Thursday) 4:45-6:45pm EDT (in person) & 6-8pm EDT (online).  Instructor: Yun Jang, starting Sept. 12 HYBRID  This hybrid class meets in-person most weeks, but shifts online during certain weeks. See above for details. Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 1, Group E (Saturdays) 10am-12pm EDT.  Instructor: Heecho Kim, starting Sept. 14 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 2  Beginner 2, Group A (Tuesdays) 6-8pm EDT.  Instructor: Heecho Kim, starting Sept. 17 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 2, Group B (Wednesdays) 6-8pm EDT.  Instructor: Dae Yong Kim, starting Sept. 18 ONLINE Uses the Sogang Compact Series textbook. See above under "Textbooks." Beginner 2, Group C (Wednesdays) 6-8pm EDT.  Instructor: Jiyoung Yim, starting Sept. 18 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 2, Group D (Wednesdays) 6-8pm EDT.  Instructor: Juyoung Park, starting Sept. 18 ONLINE Beginner 2, Group E (Saturdays) 10am-12pm EDT.  Instructor: Hannah Chong, starting Sept. 14 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 3 Beginner 3, Group A (Tuesdays) 6-8pm EDT.  Instructor: Hannah Chong, starting Sept. 17 ONLINE Beginner 3, Group B (Wednesdays) 6-8pm EDT.  Instructor: Heecho Kim, starting Sept. 18 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 3, Group C (Thursdays) 6-8pm EDT.  Instructor: Keum Sook Grace Yang, starting Sept. 19 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 3, Group D (Saturdays) 1-3pm EDT.  Instructor: Hannah Chong, Sept. 14 ONLINE Intermediate 1 Intermediate 1, Group A (Tuesdays) 6-8pm EDT.  Instructor: Keum Sook Grace Yang, starting Sept. 17 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Intermediate 1, Group B (Thursdays) 6-8pm EDT.  Instructor: Eunjung Park, starting Sept. 19 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Intermediate 1, Group C (Saturdays) 1-3pm EDT.  Instructor: Heecho Kim, starting Sept. 14 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Intermediate 2 Intermediate 2, Group A (Wednesdays) 6-8pm EDT.  Instructor: Hei Sook Yoo, starting Sept. 18 ONLINE Uses the Sogang Compact Series textbook. See above under "Textbooks." Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Intermediate 2, Group B (Thursdays) 6-8pm EDT.  Instructor: Jiyoung Yim, starting Sept. 19 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Intermediate 2 - Extended + Review (Wednesdays) 6-8pm EDT.  Instructor: Hyunah Kim, starting Sept. 18 ONLINE This special course option reviews all Intermediate 2 content and in particular covers the second half of the Sogang 2B textbook.  Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Intermediate 3 Intermediate 3 (Wednesdays), 6-8pm EDT. NEWLY ADDED!  Instructor: Eunjung Park, atarting Sept. 18 ONLINE Special Topic TOPIK II Prep Course (Mondays) 6-8pm EDT Instructor: Hei Sook Yoo, starting Sept. 16 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. This course covers the second, more advanced TOPIK II portion of the all-important official Test of Proficiency in Korean exam, and is suitable for upper intermediate or advanced learners. See above for details; please email adam@ksiwashingtondc.org to review a course syllabus for context on how TOPIK may be relevant for your future study, work, or travel in Korea. Prerequisite: completion of at least the KSIDC Intermediate 1 or 2 courses or any Advanced course. This course would complement concurrent enrollment in an Intermediate 2 course (additional $20 discount applies). Advanced A dedicated Advanced course is not currently slated to be offered in Fall 2024, however the TOPIK II Prep Course above may be of interest to Advanced learners of Korean, as the relevant exam assesses intermediate and Advanced proficiency.  Click here to join the WAITLIST for any class that is tentatively full! Depending on demand, new groups may be added. Course Descriptions, Textbooks, & Placement Reading Samples For reference links to specific textbooks for this session, view the current guide HERE. Beginner 1 Textbook: NEW Sogang Korean 1A Student Book AND Workbook Description: This class is designed for those who have no previous experience learning Korean. Students will be introduced to the Korean alphabet Hangeul, basic sentence structures, simple vocabulary, and conversation. By the end of the semester, students will be able to read and write Hangeul, introduce themselves, exchange greetings, count numbers, order food at a restaurant, and carry out basic daily conversation. Cultural aspects will also be included in the course content, so that students may grow in their understanding of Korean culture and share their cultural experiences. Students will be encouraged to speak Korean in class through different communicative activities often carried out in pairs or groups. There will be weekly assignments and quizzes to review what was covered in class. Students in this class will be able to continue to Beginner 2 during the next session. Beginner 2 Textbook: NEW Sogang Korean 1A Student Book AND Workbook Description: Beginner 2 is a continuation from Beginner 1 and is appropriate for beginner learners who have some prior experience learning Korean. Students are expected to be able to read and write the Korean alphabet, Hangul, and understand basic Korean dialogue, such as exchanging greetings, ordering food, and asking for information. This course will focus on developing essential conversational skills needed for daily communication in Korean, such as making an appointment, talking about daily activities and past events, and asking for/giving directions. In addition, students will learn to use the formal/deferential speech style and make the 5 Wh- questions in Korean. Cultural aspects will also be included in the course content, so that students may understand social and historical distinctiveness of Korean culture. Students will be encouraged to speak Korean in class through different communicative activities carried out in pairs or groups. There will be weekly assignments and quizzes to review materials covered in class. Students in this class will be able to continue to Beginner 3 in the next session.   New students registering for Beginner 2 should understand most of the following sample dialogue:    앤디: 미나 씨, 오늘 일해요?  미나: 아니요.  앤디: 그럼 뭐 해요?  미나: 친구 집에 가요.  앤디: 몇 시에 친구 집에 가요?  미나: 여덟 시에 친구 집에 가요. Beginner 3 Textbook: NEW Sogang Korean 1B Student Book AND Workbook Description: Beginner 3 builds on the basic foundation established in Beginner 1 and 2. This class is appropriate for those who have completed both Beginner 1 and 2 at the King Sejong Institute or those who have taken an elementary Korean course in college. Students who register for this class need to have basic knowledge of sentence structures, the present and past tense verb conjugation, informal and formal speech styles, and numeral systems in Korean. In this class, students will be introduced to diverse settings of daily conversation and specific tasks to be carried out in Korean. By the end of the semester, students will be able to talk about future plans and previous experiences, describe and compare varied things, make suggestions, ask for a favor, give reasons, prepare for a job interview, and use honorifics. Authentic materials in Korean, including drama clips, news, commercials, and music will be used to understand the usage of varied expressions and to broaden cultural understanding. There will be regular assignments and quizzes to review the materials covered in class.   New students registering for Beginner 3 should understand most of the following sample dialogue:   앤디: 미나 씨, 주말에 뭐 했어요? 미나: 공원에 갔어요. 앤디: 공원에 운동하러 갔어요? 미나: 아니요, 친구를 만나러 갔어요. 앤디: 그런데 근처에 공원이 있어요? 미나: 네, 집 앞에 있어요. Intermediate 1 Textbook: NEW Sogang Korean 2A Student Book AND Workbook Description: Intermediate 1 is a continuation from Beginner 3 and is appropriate for those who have taken Beginner 1-3 or 1-2 college semesters of Korean. This course aims to further enhance students’ understanding of the intermediate-low level of Korean language skills as a second language; it emphasizes practicing diverse settings of conversation, additional grammatical structures, broadening vocabulary, various styles of conjugation including the future tense, context-sensitive honorific speech styles, and cultural understanding of historical and contemporary written texts. Students will have the opportunity to synthesize their speaking, composition, and comprehension skills in through brief class presentations. Students who register for this level need to have basic level grammar knowledge including basic tenses, informal and formal speech styles, numbers, about thirty action verbs, and basic sentence structures.   New students registering for Intermediate 1 should understand MOST of the following sample dialogue and text (if not necessarily all vocabulary):    한국:  미국 씨, 한국 음식을 드셔 보셨어요? 미국:  네, 먹어 봤어요. 한국:  김치를 좋아하세요? 미국:  아니요, 김치는 좋아하지 않아요.  한국: 왜요?  미국:  김치가 맛있지만 너무 매워서 못 먹어요.     저는 회사원이에요. 집에서 회사까지 버스로 30분쯤 걸려요. 그래서 보통 7시에 일어나요. 8시에 집에서 출발해요. 그런데 오늘은 1시간 늦게 일어났어요. 버스 정류장까지 뛰었어요. 그런데 정류장에 사람이 너무 많았어요. 버스도 안 왔어요. 그래서 택시를 탔어요. 택시가 정말 빨리 갔어요. 9시 전에 도착했어요. 그래서 회사에 들어가기 전에 편의점에서 우유를 하나 샀어요.   Level Guideline: Students need to have basic knowledge of sentence structures, present and past tense verb conjugation, informal and formal speech styles, and numeral systems in Korean. Intermediate 2 Textbook: NEW Sogang Korean 2B Student Book AND Workbook Description: Intermediate 2 is a continuation of the Intermediate 1 Korean language course and is appropriate for those who have taken at least 2 college semesters of Korean. This course is designed to enhance students’ ability to speak, listen to, and write various nuanced Korean in an interpersonal and an interpretive situation with a contextual understanding of intermediate-mid level grammar. Students therefore develop an expanded ability to communicate in a culturally appropriate manner and critically examine current Korean issues. When students attend this course regularly, they will be expected to be able to comprehend and communicate suggestions, sharing experiences, thoughts, intentions, desires, feelings, and abilities using about about seventy various action verbs. In addition, students will develop their cultural competencies by acquiring cross-cultural understanding of Korean ways of thinking. New students registering for Intermediate 2 should understand MOST of the following sample dialogue and text (if not necessarily all vocabulary): 앤디: 미나 씨, 축구 보는 것을 좋아하세요? 미나: 왜요? 텔레비전에서 경기를 본 적이 있어요. 앤디: 그럼, 오늘 같이 축구 보러 가요! 미나: 미안해요. 오늘은 다른 친구하고 만나기로 했어요. 앤디: 그럼, 다음에 같이 갑시다. 미나: 네, 다음에 갈 때 꼭 알려 주세요. 김민수 씨는 회사 동료인데 한국 무역 회사애 다닌 지 1년쯤 됐어요. 한국 회사에 다닌 지 1년쯤 됐어요. 대학에서 경영학을 전공했어요. 민수 씨와 함께 일하고 있는 사람은 수지 씨인데, 두 사람은 내가 회사에 처음 들어왔을 때부터 나를 많이 도와 줘서 항상 고맙게 생각하고 있어요. 민수 씨는 내년부터 해외 출장을 다녀야 해서 요즘 영어 공부를 열심히 하고 있어요. 민수 씨는 10년쯤 후에 무역 회사애 사장님이 되고 싶어 해요. Level Guideline: Students need to handle verb/adjective conjugation rules in tenses and make sentences using basic causal conjunctives (-아/어서,  -고, -(으)려고, etc.), and have basic knowledge of noun-modifying forms.  Intermediate 3 Textbook: NEW Sogang Korean 3A Student Book AND Workbook Description: Intermediate 3 is a continuation of the Intermediate 2 Korean language course and is appropriate for those who have taken at least 2-3 college semesters of Korean. This course is designed to enhance students’ ability to speak, listen to, read, and write various nuanced Korean in intermediate-high level. In this course, students will develop an expanded ability to communicate in proper usage of vocabulary and expressions. In addition, students would be able to comprehend the situations in consulting and suggestions, sharing experiences, describing appearance and characters, expressing thoughts, solving problems, by using various speech styles. Students will practice a variety of class activities such as role-plays, pair works, conversation stations, group activities, playing games, etc. assigned by the instructor. Students are also expected to improve their cultural competencies by adapting contemporary Korean culture trends using various media materials. New students registering for Intermediate 3 should understand MOST of the following sample dialogue and text (if not necessarily all vocabulary): 미나: 앤디 씨, 이사 잘 했어요? 앤디: 네, 친구들이 도와줘서 잘 끝났어요. 미나: 이사 간 집은 어때요? 좋아요? 앤디: 네, 좋아요. 지은 지 얼마 안 돼서 깨끗한 편이에요. 미나: 그런데 학교에서 좀 멀지 않아요? 앤디: 좀 멀긴 하지만 괜찮아요. 미나: 언제 집들이 한번 하세요. 앤디: 네, 그럴게요. 한글을 만든 사람은 세종대왕이에요. 세종대왕이 한글을 만들기 전에는 한국에 글자가 없었어요. 말은 지금과 같은 한국말을 사용했지만 글을 쓸 때는 글자가 없어서 중국의 한자를 사용하고 있었어요. 세종대황은 이것을 안타깝게 생각해서 1443년에 한글을 만들었어요. 만든 사람과 만들어진 시기가 정확하게 알려진세계에서 유일한 문자예요. Level Guideline: Students need to handle all verb/adjective conjugation rules including irregular rules and noun-modifying forms in various aspects. Advanced (various) Advanced-level courses vary each session, and may not be offered every session. To see full details on the current course offering (or else the most recent, including general information applicable to all Advanced-level courses), visit our Advanced classes website here.  Registration / More Information All registration is first come, first served by email request, until maximum enrollment. Please first check the class status (above--updated weekdays). To submit a registration request, indicate the specific class/group for which you would like to register in an email to Adam Wojciechowicz at adam@ksiwashingtondc.org. You will receive a reply with details on registration / payment forms within 1-3 days, in the case that the class is still open--thanks for your patience! If a class is full, we strongly recommend joining the waitlist, as additional sections might be added based on demand, or space may open up. There is no location restriction for online courses (but all class times are EDT). PLEASE NOTE: Registration requests are taken in the order received until a class is full, at which point a waitlist option will be added to the website and existing registration requests will be confirmed. Classes may become full before we are able to update the website. Joining the waitlist is a good idea, as enrollment often shifts before the start of class and space opens up. Some classes fill up very quickly, especially with smaller online groups, so we appreciate your patience and understanding. For any questions, contact Adam at adam@ksiwashingtondc.org or (202) 587-6168 (email is best). Nondiscrimination Policy The King Sejong Institute Washington, D.C. admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to its students. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission and registration policies, support related to registration costs, and other school-administered programs. All are welcome!

Registration is now open for Summer 2024! Details below.  Focused on practical language skills and cultural context, the King Sejong Institute Washington, D.C. (KSIDC) offers a range of classes that build skills in speaking, reading, listening, and writing Korean. All classes are limited in size and led by native Korean-speaking instructors with teaching experience at U.S. universities or professional institutions. Classes primarily teach language skills, while also introducing students to the traditional, modern, and social culture of Korea.  The KSIDC is a DC-based 501(c)3 nonprofit organization which operates Korean language classes and educational programs in partnership with the Korean Cultural Center. Registration for all KSIDC classes is open to the public, and all those who wish to improve their Korean are welcome! For more details, see our nondiscrimination policy below. Nondiscrimination Policy  The King Sejong Institute Washington, D.C. admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to its students. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission and registration policies, support related to registration costs, and other school-administered programs. All are welcome! 2024 Schedule Spring: early February – May Summer: early June – August/September Fall: mid September – December   Exact start and end dates for each class vary. A detailed schedule will be added to this website and sent to our mailing list a few weeks before each session of classes. Follow the KSIDC on Facebook for early updates and more!  Overview Schedule The Summer 2024 session offers a majority of courses that meet online/remote with regular video meetings via Zoom or other platforms, generally during weekday evenings with some Saturday morning and afternoon options, as well as one in-person/hybrid course that includes meetings at the Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C. In-person/hybrid and online courses cover the same content and meet for the same amount of time; all courses meet once per week for a total of 24 class hours (12 meetings total) and will finish by late August/early September at the latest, but possibly earlier if there are no cancellations. All online courses include the option to review full class recordings for a period of time after each meeting; in-person class meetings do not include recordings, but do include other perks: light Korean refreshments during the breaktime of every meeting and a final class catered Korean dinner party. In the future, the majority of courses will remain online/remote as we gradually resume some in-person options. Fees  Registration fees for Spring 2024 are as follows, per entire course (comprising 24 class hours / 12 meetings):  Registration Fees Online In-person/Hybrid New Students: $240 $250 Returning Students: $220 $230 The registration fee for new students is $240 (online) or $250 (in-person/hybrid) per complete course (comprising 24 class hours/12 meetings). Returning students receive a discounted rate of $220 (online) or $230 (in-person/hybrid). Additionally, certain courses this session trialing a new textbook under consideration receive a further $20 tuition discount (details below under "Textbooks"). Textbooks are required for all courses, and can be purchased independently or through the KSIDC for $45 with registration (excluding for Special Topic, Advanced, and certain regular courses, for which books should be purchased independently; details below). All courses are contingent upon a minimum enrollment, and tuition is fully refundable until the day after the first class meeting. Fees may change in the future, as we adjust our online/offline pricing. Textbooks The KSIDC is pleased to offer textbooks for purchase (excluding for Special Topic, Advanced, and certain regular course groups noted below), giving local learners the option to conveniently pay for affordably priced textbooks. The cost for textbooks from the KSIDC for all regular sequence courses (Beginner through Intermediate) is $45 per complete set (Sogang student book, workbook, and grammar booklet together). However, textbooks purchased from the KSIDC MUST be picked up at the Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C. on one of the designated pickup dates (we cannot ship individual textbooks). Non-local students are thus encouraged to purchase their books independently. View a complete reference list of textbooks with links for this session here.  Two regular course groups this summer will also trial the Sogang Compact Series textbooks, which we are evaluating, instead of using the regular 1A or 2A Sogang series books. Those registering for either Beginner 1 Group A or Intermediate 1 Group A will need to purchase textbooks on their own, as we do not have them for sale just yet. Tuition for these two groups only is further discounted by $20 to offset the additional textbook cost. These groups will cover the same essential content as other groups at the same level, as the books are similar but reorganized, so registering for one of these will not limit future study options. See the textbook overview here for details on all textbooks. Hybrid Course Information  We are excited to maintain an in-person class presence this summer, although in a more limited capacity with just one hybrid course. The course (Beginner 2 Group C) is currently full due to early registration of continuing in-person learners from the last session, but others are welcome to join the waitlist should space become available. The single in-person/online hybrid class will take place at the Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C. at the usual earlier time (4:45-6:45 pm) for the first 4 meetings in June, then meet online via Zoom for 5-6 meetings at a slightly later time (6:00-8:00 pm) to accommodate the instructor's travel schedule, then resume in person for the final 2-3 meetings (4:45-6:45 pm) in August -- essentially half in-person and half online. The returning student fee for this course remains the in-person rate of $230, as snacks/coffee/tea and the final dinner party will still be offered during the in-person portion. In-person classes are generally a similar size to online (12-14). In-person class meetings will not be recorded for review like all online meetings will be, but instructors are generally available before in-person class to help anyone catch up. On-site parking is not provided, but local street parking is generally available. Covid-19 vaccination is recommended but not required to register for an in-person/hybrid course; masks are optional. Although not relevant for returning students, textbooks can also be purchased in-person the first day. Those participating in in-person classes are also required to sign a waiver/release form, which will be provided by email upon registation. We plan to resume more robust in-person options in future sessions (after the busy summer travel season!).  Eligibility KSIDC classes are generally open to anyone, however registrants must be at least age 15 at the start (a parental consent form is also required for those under age 18). Classes are primarily taught in English. Parents of minors should be aware that most other registrants are adults and most classes involve some virtual breakout room or pair work. We hope to offer youth classes in the future, so please stay tuned and join our mailing list for updates, Parents. See our nondiscrimination policy for more details.  Perks  Students with 75% attendance or better receive a certificate of completion upon completion of the course. All online courses include the option to review class recordings for a period of time after each meeting. Students can also arrange to meet before or after class with their instructor during virtual or in-person office hours, as available. In-person classes do not include recordings (although we may add this capability later) but instructors are usually available before class and in-person courses also include light Korean refreshments during the breaktime of every meeting as well as a final class catered Korean dinner party. Although refreshments and the dinner are not possible remotely, online courses instead feature reduced average class size to help facilitate online learning and greater individualized attention, in addition to more schedule and viewing options. Schedule of Classes Scroll down for complete class description, textbook, and placement information below. Special or irregular times/dates are underlined. If a class is full, sometimes from the start due to continuing students, join the waitlist! Depending on demand, additional groups may be added. Those on the waitlist will be notified first of any new options. All lettered "groups" cover the same content within each level, but may occur on different schedules or with different instructors. Regular Sequence Courses Beginner 1 Beginner 1, Group A (Tuesdays) 6-8pm EDT Instructor: Jin Choi, starting June 4 ONLINE Uses the Sogang Compact Series textbook. Details above under "Textbooks." Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 1, Group B (Tuesdays) 6-8pm EDT Instructor: Heecho Kim, starting June 4 (corrected date) ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 1, Group C (Wednesdays) 6-8pm EDT Instructor: Juyoung Park, starting June 5 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 1, Group D (Wednesdays) 6-8pm EDT Instructor: Jiyoung Yim, starting  June 5  ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 1, Group E (Saturdays) 10am-12pm EDT Instructor:  Hannah Chong, starting June 1 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 2  Beginner 2, Group A (Tuesdays) 6-8pm EDT Instructor: Hannah Chong, starting June 4 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 2, Group B (Wednesdays) 6-8pm EDT Instructor: Heecho Kim, starting June 5 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 2, Group C (Thursdays) 4:45-6:45pm (in person)/6-8pm EDT (online) Instructor: Yun Jang, starting June 6 HYBRID See above for details. Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 2, Group D (Thursdays) 6-8pm EDT Instructor: Keum Sook Grace Yang, starting June 6 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 2, Group E (Saturdays) 1-3pm EDT Instructor: Hannah Chong, starting June 1 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 3 Beginner 3, Group A (Tuesdays) 6-8pm EDT Instructor: Keum Sook Grace Yang, starting June 4 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 3, Group B (Thursdays) 6-8pm EDT Instructor: Eunjung Park, starting June 6 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 3, Group C (Thursdays) 6-8pm EDT Instructor: Hyunah Kim, starting June 6 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 3, Group D (Saturdays) 1-3pm EDT Instructor: Heecho Kim, June 15 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Intermediate 1 Intermediate 1, Group A (Tuesdays) 6-8pm EDT Instructor: Hei Sook Yoo, starting June 4 ONLINE Uses the Sogang Compact Series textbook. See above under "Textbooks." Intermediate 1, Group B (Thursdays) 6-8pm EDT Instructor: Jiyoung Yim, starting June 6 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Intermediate 1, Group C (Saturdays)  10am-12pm EDT Instructor: Heecho Kim, starting June 15 ONLINE Intermediate 2 Intermediate 2, Group A (Tuesdays) 6-8pm EDT Instructor: Eunjung Park, starting June 4 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Intermediate 2, Group B (Wednesdays) 6-8pm EDT Instructor: Hyunah Kim, starting June 5 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Intermediate 3 Intermediate 3 (Wednesdays) 6-8pm EDT Instructor: Eunjung Park, starting June 5 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Special Topic TOPIK I Prep Course (Mondays) 6-8pm EDT Instructor: Hei Sook Yoo, starting June 3 ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. An intermediate-level preparatory course for the official Test of Proficiency in Korean I (TOPIK I). See the course syllabus here for details. Prerequisite: completion of at least the KSIDC Beginner sequence (levels 1-3) or any KSIDC intermediate course (1, 2, or 3). This course would complement concurrent enrollment in any Intermediate course (additional $20 multiple-course discount applies). Advanced Advanced Korean I (Wednesdays) 6-8pm EDT.  Instructor: Hei Sook Yoo, starting June 5 ONLINE A complete detailed syllabus is available by request to adam@ksiwashingtondc.org, or view the basic course description/outline and additional proficiency requirements/reading samples on our advanced class website here. All Advanced courses are held at approximately the same proficiency level but cover different topics. Click here to join the WAITLIST for any class that is tentatively full! Depending on demand, new groups may be added. Course Descriptions, Textbooks, & Placement Reading Samples For reference links to specific textbooks for this session, view the current guide HERE. Beginner 1 Textbook: NEW Sogang Korean 1A Student Book AND Workbook Description: This class is designed for those who have no previous experience learning Korean. Students will be introduced to the Korean alphabet Hangeul, basic sentence structures, simple vocabulary, and conversation. By the end of the semester, students will be able to read and write Hangeul, introduce themselves, exchange greetings, count numbers, order food at a restaurant, and carry out basic daily conversation. Cultural aspects will also be included in the course content, so that students may grow in their understanding of Korean culture and share their cultural experiences. Students will be encouraged to speak Korean in class through different communicative activities often carried out in pairs or groups. There will be weekly assignments and quizzes to review what was covered in class. Students in this class will be able to continue to Beginner 2 during the next session. Beginner 2 Textbook: NEW Sogang Korean 1A Student Book AND Workbook Description: Beginner 2 is a continuation from Beginner 1 and is appropriate for beginner learners who have some prior experience learning Korean. Students are expected to be able to read and write the Korean alphabet, Hangul, and understand basic Korean dialogue, such as exchanging greetings, ordering food, and asking for information. This course will focus on developing essential conversational skills needed for daily communication in Korean, such as making an appointment, talking about daily activities and past events, and asking for/giving directions. In addition, students will learn to use the formal/deferential speech style and make the 5 Wh- questions in Korean. Cultural aspects will also be included in the course content, so that students may understand social and historical distinctiveness of Korean culture. Students will be encouraged to speak Korean in class through different communicative activities carried out in pairs or groups. There will be weekly assignments and quizzes to review materials covered in class. Students in this class will be able to continue to Beginner 3 in the next session.   New students registering for Beginner 2 should understand most of the following sample dialogue:    앤디: 미나 씨, 오늘 일해요?  미나: 아니요.  앤디: 그럼 뭐 해요?  미나: 친구 집에 가요.  앤디: 몇 시에 친구 집에 가요?  미나: 여덟 시에 친구 집에 가요. Beginner 3 Textbook: NEW Sogang Korean 1B Student Book AND Workbook Description: Beginner 3 builds on the basic foundation established in Beginner 1 and 2. This class is appropriate for those who have completed both Beginner 1 and 2 at the King Sejong Institute or those who have taken an elementary Korean course in college. Students who register for this class need to have basic knowledge of sentence structures, the present and past tense verb conjugation, informal and formal speech styles, and numeral systems in Korean. In this class, students will be introduced to diverse settings of daily conversation and specific tasks to be carried out in Korean. By the end of the semester, students will be able to talk about future plans and previous experiences, describe and compare varied things, make suggestions, ask for a favor, give reasons, prepare for a job interview, and use honorifics. Authentic materials in Korean, including drama clips, news, commercials, and music will be used to understand the usage of varied expressions and to broaden cultural understanding. There will be regular assignments and quizzes to review the materials covered in class.   New students registering for Beginner 3 should understand most of the following sample dialogue:   앤디: 미나 씨, 주말에 뭐 했어요? 미나: 공원에 갔어요. 앤디: 공원에 운동하러 갔어요? 미나: 아니요, 친구를 만나러 갔어요. 앤디: 그런데 근처에 공원이 있어요? 미나: 네, 집 앞에 있어요. Intermediate 1 Textbook: NEW Sogang Korean 2A Student Book AND Workbook Description: Intermediate 1 is a continuation from Beginner 3 and is appropriate for those who have taken Beginner 1-3 or 1-2 college semesters of Korean. This course aims to further enhance students’ understanding of the intermediate-low level of Korean language skills as a second language; it emphasizes practicing diverse settings of conversation, additional grammatical structures, broadening vocabulary, various styles of conjugation including the future tense, context-sensitive honorific speech styles, and cultural understanding of historical and contemporary written texts. Students will have the opportunity to synthesize their speaking, composition, and comprehension skills in through brief class presentations. Students who register for this level need to have basic level grammar knowledge including basic tenses, informal and formal speech styles, numbers, about thirty action verbs, and basic sentence structures.   New students registering for Intermediate 1 should understand MOST of the following sample dialogue and text (if not necessarily all vocabulary):    한국:  미국 씨, 한국 음식을 드셔 보셨어요? 미국:  네, 먹어 봤어요. 한국:  김치를 좋아하세요? 미국:  아니요, 김치는 좋아하지 않아요.  한국: 왜요?  미국:  김치가 맛있지만 너무 매워서 못 먹어요.     저는 회사원이에요. 집에서 회사까지 버스로 30분쯤 걸려요. 그래서 보통 7시에 일어나요. 8시에 집에서 출발해요. 그런데 오늘은 1시간 늦게 일어났어요. 버스 정류장까지 뛰었어요. 그런데 정류장에 사람이 너무 많았어요. 버스도 안 왔어요. 그래서 택시를 탔어요. 택시가 정말 빨리 갔어요. 9시 전에 도착했어요. 그래서 회사에 들어가기 전에 편의점에서 우유를 하나 샀어요.   Level Guideline: Students need to have basic knowledge of sentence structures, present and past tense verb conjugation, informal and formal speech styles, and numeral systems in Korean. Intermediate 2 Textbook: NEW Sogang Korean 2B Student Book AND Workbook Description: Intermediate 2 is a continuation of the Intermediate 1 Korean language course and is appropriate for those who have taken at least 2 college semesters of Korean. This course is designed to enhance students’ ability to speak, listen to, and write various nuanced Korean in an interpersonal and an interpretive situation with a contextual understanding of intermediate-mid level grammar. Students therefore develop an expanded ability to communicate in a culturally appropriate manner and critically examine current Korean issues. When students attend this course regularly, they will be expected to be able to comprehend and communicate suggestions, sharing experiences, thoughts, intentions, desires, feelings, and abilities using about about seventy various action verbs. In addition, students will develop their cultural competencies by acquiring cross-cultural understanding of Korean ways of thinking. New students registering for Intermediate 2 should understand MOST of the following sample dialogue and text (if not necessarily all vocabulary): 앤디: 미나 씨, 축구 보는 것을 좋아하세요? 미나: 왜요? 텔레비전에서 경기를 본 적이 있어요. 앤디: 그럼, 오늘 같이 축구 보러 가요! 미나: 미안해요. 오늘은 다른 친구하고 만나기로 했어요. 앤디: 그럼, 다음에 같이 갑시다. 미나: 네, 다음에 갈 때 꼭 알려 주세요. 김민수 씨는 회사 동료인데 한국 무역 회사애 다닌 지 1년쯤 됐어요. 한국 회사에 다닌 지 1년쯤 됐어요. 대학에서 경영학을 전공했어요. 민수 씨와 함께 일하고 있는 사람은 수지 씨인데, 두 사람은 내가 회사에 처음 들어왔을 때부터 나를 많이 도와 줘서 항상 고맙게 생각하고 있어요. 민수 씨는 내년부터 해외 출장을 다녀야 해서 요즘 영어 공부를 열심히 하고 있어요. 민수 씨는 10년쯤 후에 무역 회사애 사장님이 되고 싶어 해요. Level Guideline: Students need to handle verb/adjective conjugation rules in tenses and make sentences using basic causal conjunctives (-아/어서,  -고, -(으)려고, etc.), and have basic knowledge of noun-modifying forms.  Intermediate 3 Textbook: NEW Sogang Korean 3A Student Book AND Workbook Description: Intermediate 3 is a continuation of the Intermediate 2 Korean language course and is appropriate for those who have taken at least 2-3 college semesters of Korean. This course is designed to enhance students’ ability to speak, listen to, read, and write various nuanced Korean in intermediate-high level. In this course, students will develop an expanded ability to communicate in proper usage of vocabulary and expressions. In addition, students would be able to comprehend the situations in consulting and suggestions, sharing experiences, describing appearance and characters, expressing thoughts, solving problems, by using various speech styles. Students will practice a variety of class activities such as role-plays, pair works, conversation stations, group activities, playing games, etc. assigned by the instructor. Students are also expected to improve their cultural competencies by adapting contemporary Korean culture trends using various media materials. New students registering for Intermediate 3 should understand MOST of the following sample dialogue and text (if not necessarily all vocabulary): 미나: 앤디 씨, 이사 잘 했어요? 앤디: 네, 친구들이 도와줘서 잘 끝났어요. 미나: 이사 간 집은 어때요? 좋아요? 앤디: 네, 좋아요. 지은 지 얼마 안 돼서 깨끗한 편이에요. 미나: 그런데 학교에서 좀 멀지 않아요? 앤디: 좀 멀긴 하지만 괜찮아요. 미나: 언제 집들이 한번 하세요. 앤디: 네, 그럴게요. 한글을 만든 사람은 세종대왕이에요. 세종대왕이 한글을 만들기 전에는 한국에 글자가 없었어요. 말은 지금과 같은 한국말을 사용했지만 글을 쓸 때는 글자가 없어서 중국의 한자를 사용하고 있었어요. 세종대황은 이것을 안타깝게 생각해서 1443년에 한글을 만들었어요. 만든 사람과 만들어진 시기가 정확하게 알려진세계에서 유일한 문자예요. Level Guideline: Students need to handle all verb/adjective conjugation rules including irregular rules and noun-modifying forms in various aspects. Advanced (various) Advanced-level courses vary each session, and may not be offered every session. To see full details on the current course offering (or else the most recent, including general information applicable to all Advanced-level courses), visit our Advanced classes website here.  Registration / More Information All registration is first come, first served by email request, until maximum enrollment. Please first check the class status (above--updated weekdays). To submit a registration request, indicate the specific class/group for which you would like to register in an email to Adam Wojciechowicz at adam@ksiwashingtondc.org. You will receive a reply with details on registration / payment forms within 1-3 days, in the case that the class is still open--thanks for your patience! If a class is full, we strongly recommend joining the waitlist, as additional sections might be added based on demand, or space may open up. There is no location restriction for online courses (but all class times are EDT). PLEASE NOTE: Registration requests are taken in the order received until a class is full, at which point a waitlist option will be added to the website and existing registration requests will be confirmed. Classes may become full before we are able to update the website. Joining the waitlist is a good idea, as enrollment often shifts before the start of class and space opens up. Some classes fill up very quickly, especially with smaller online groups, so we appreciate your patience and understanding. For any questions, contact Adam at adam@ksiwashingtondc.org or (202) 587-6168 (email is best). Nondiscrimination Policy The King Sejong Institute Washington, D.C. admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to its students. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission and registration policies, support related to registration costs, and other school-administered programs. All are welcome!

Registration is now open for Spring 2024 classes!  Focused on practical language skills and cultural context, the King Sejong Institute Washington, D.C. (KSIDC) offers a range of classes that build skills in speaking, reading, listening, and writing Korean. All classes are limited in size and led by native Korean-speaking instructors with teaching experience at U.S. universities or professional institutions. Classes primarily teach language skills, while also introducing students to the traditional, modern, and social culture of Korea.  The KSIDC is a DC-based 501(c)3 nonprofit organization which operates Korean language classes and educational programs in partnership with the Korean Cultural Center. Registration for all KSIDC classes is open to the public, and all those who wish to improve their Korean are welcome! For more details, see our nondiscrimination policy below. Nondiscrimination Policy  The King Sejong Institute Washington, D.C. admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to its students. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission and registration policies, support related to registration costs, and other school-administered programs. All are welcome! 2024 Schedule Spring: February – May Summer: May – August Fall: September – December   Exact start and end dates for each class vary. A detailed schedule will be added to this website and sent to our mailing list a few weeks before each session of classes. Follow the KSIDC on Facebook for early updates and more!  Overview Schedule The Spring 2024 session includes a few in-person courses which meet at the Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C. and a majority of courses that meet online/remote with regular video meetings via Zoom or other platforms, generally during weekday evenings with some Saturday morning and afternoon options. In-person and online courses cover the same content and meet for the same amount of time; all courses meet once per week for a total of 24 class hours (12 meetings total) and will finish by mid May at the latest, but possibly earlier if there are no cancellations. All online courses include the option to review full class recordings for a period of time after each meeting; in-person classes do not necessarily include recordings (although we may add this capability) but do include other perks: teacher availability before class, light Korean refreshments during the breaktime of every meeting, and a final class catered Korean dinner party. In the future, the majority of courses will remain online/remote as we gradually resume some limited in-person options. Fees  Registration fees for Spring 2024 are as follows, per entire course (comprising 24 class hours / 12 meetings):  Registration Fees Online In-person New Students: $240 $250 Returning Students: $220 $230 All those who have taken at least one KSIDC course in the past are considered returning students and receive the discounted rate. Textbooks are required for all courses, and can be purchased independently or through the KSIDC for a flat $45 (excluding those for the Advanced course, for which books should be purchased independently; see details below). All courses are contingent upon a minimum enrollment, and tuition is fully refundable until the day after the first class meeting. Fees may change in the future, as we adjust our online/offline pricing. Textbooks The KSIDC is pleased to offer textbooks for purchase this session (excluding those for advanced courses), giving learners the option to conveniently pay for affordably priced textbooks. The cost for textbooks from the KSIDC for all regular sequence courses (Beginner through Intermediate) is $45 per complete set (Sogang student book and workbook together). However, textbooks purchased from the KSIDC MUST be picked up at the Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C. on one of the designated pickup dates (we cannot ship individual textbooks). Non-local students are thus encouraged to purchase their books independently. To download a complete reference list of textbooks with links for this session, click here.  In-Person Courses: Additional Details  We are excited to resume some in-person courses this spring. All in-person course will meet at the Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C. (2370 Massachusetts Ave. NW Washington, D.C. 20008), at a slightly earlier time (4:45-6:45pm) than online courses, but for the same total course time. The in-person course registration fee is slightly higher because of additional perks: Korean snacks/coffee/tea during break time and a catered Korean dinner party during the last class meeting. In-person classes are generally 12-15 learners in size. On-site parking is not provided, but local street parking is generally available. In-person class meetings will not necessarily be recorded for review like online courses (we're working on this technical capability TBD), but instructors are generally available before class to review any missed material. Covid-19 vaccination is recommended but not required to register for an in-person course; masks are optional. Those taking an in-person course can pick up textbooks the first day. Currently we are only offering a few Beginner 1 courses in-person, but hope to add more options in the future. Those participating in in-person classes are also required to sign a waiver/release form, which will be provided by email upon registation.  Eligibility KSIDC classes are generally open to anyone, however registrants must be at least age 15 at the start (a parental consent form is also required for those under age 18). Classes are primarily taught in English. Parents of minors should be aware that most other registrants are adults and most classes involve some virtual breakout room or pair work. We hope to offer youth classes in the future, so please stay tuned and join our mailing list for updates, Parents. See our nondiscrimination policy for more details.  Perks  Students with 75% attendance or better receive a certificate of completion upon completion of the course. All online courses include the option to review class recordings for a period of time after each meeting. Students can also arrange to meet before or after class with their instructor during virtual or in-person office hours, as available. In-person classes do not include recordings (although we may add this capability later) but instructors are usually available before class and in-person courses also include light Korean refreshments during the breaktime of every meeting as well as a final class catered Korean dinner party. Although refreshments and the dinner are not possible remotely, online courses instead feature reduced average class size to help facilitate online learning and greater individualized attention, in addition to more schedule and viewing options. Schedule of Classes Scroll down for complete class description, textbook, and placement information below. Special or irregular times/dates are underlined. If a class is full, sometimes from the start due to continuing students, join the waitlist! Depending on demand, additional groups may be added. Those on the waitlist will be notified first of any new options. All lettered "groups" cover the same content within each level, but may occur on different schedules or with different instructors. Regular Sequence Courses Beginner 1 Beginner 1, Group A (Tuesdays) 6-8pm EDT. ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Instructor: Hannah Chong, starting Feb. 6 Beginner 1, Group B (Wednesdays) 6-8pm EDT. ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Instructor: Heecho Kim, starting Feb. 7 Beginner 1, Group C (Thursdays) 4:45-6:45pm EDT. IN-PERSON Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Instructor: Yun Jang, starting Feb. 8 Beginner 1, Group D (Thursdays) 4:45-6:45pm EDT. IN-PERSON Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Instructor: Eunhae Ro, starting Feb. 8 Beginner 1, Group E (Saturdays) 1pm-3pm EDT. ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Instructor: Hannah Chong, starting Feb. 10 Beginner 2 Beginner 2, Group A (Tuesdays) 6-8pm EDT. ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Instructor: Keum Sook Grace Yang, starting Feb. 6 Beginner 2, Group B ( Thursdays) 6-8pm EDT. ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Instructor: Dae Yong Kim, starting Feb. 8 Beginner 2, Group C (Thursdays) 6-8pm EDT. ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Instructor: Eunjung Park, starting Feb. 8 Beginner 2, Group D (Saturdays) 1-3pm EDT. ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Instructor: Heecho Kim, starting Feb. 10 Beginner 3 Beginner 3, Group A (Tuesdays) 6-8pm EDT. ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Instructor: Heecho Kim, starting Feb. 6 Beginner 3, Group B (Wednesdays) 6-8pm EDT. ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Instructor: Juyoung Park, starting Feb. 7 Beginner 3, Group C (Thursdays) 6-8pm EDT. ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Instructor: Jiyoung Yim, starting Feb. 8 Beginner 3, Group D (Saturdays) 10am-12pm EDT. ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Instructor: Heecho Kim, Feb. 10 Intermediate 1 Intermediate 1, Group A (Tuesdays) 6-8pm EDT. ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Instructor: Eunjung Park, starting Feb. 6 Intermediate 1, Group B (Wednesdays) 6-8pm EDT. ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Instructor: Hyunah Kim, starting Feb. 7 Intermediate 1, Group C (Saturdays) 10am-12pm EDT. ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Instructor: Hannah Chong, starting Feb. 10 Intermediate 2 Intermediate 2, Group A (Mondays) 6-8pm EDT. ONLINE  Instructor: Hei Sook Yoo, starting Feb. 5 Intermediate 2, Group B (Wednesdays) 6-8pm EDT. ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Instructor: Eunjung Park, starting Feb. 7 Intermediate 3 Intermediate 3 (Wednesdays) 6-8pm EDT. ONLINE Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Instructor: Jiyoung Yim, starting Feb. 7 Advanced Courses Advanced: Current Affairs and Culture in Communication (Wednesdays) 6-8pm EDT. ONLINE  Instructor: Hei Sook Yoo, starting Feb. 7 See the basic course description/outline and additional proficiency requirements and reading samples via our Advaced class website; a detailed syllabus available by request to adam@ksiwashingtondc.org for those interested in registering. All Advanced courses are at approximately the same proficiency level but cover different topics. Click here to join the WAITLIST for any class that is tentatively full!  Depending on demand, new groups may be added. Course Descriptions, Textbooks, & Placement Reading Samples For reference links to specific textbooks for this session, view the current guide HERE. Beginner 1 Textbook: NEW Sogang Korean 1A Student Book AND Workbook Description: This class is designed for those who have no previous experience learning Korean. Students will be introduced to the Korean alphabet Hangeul, basic sentence structures, simple vocabulary, and conversation. By the end of the semester, students will be able to read and write Hangeul, introduce themselves, exchange greetings, count numbers, order food at a restaurant, and carry out basic daily conversation. Cultural aspects will also be included in the course content, so that students may grow in their understanding of Korean culture and share their cultural experiences. Students will be encouraged to speak Korean in class through different communicative activities often carried out in pairs or groups. There will be weekly assignments and quizzes to review what was covered in class. Students in this class will be able to continue to Beginner 2 during the next session. Beginner 2 Textbook: NEW Sogang Korean 1A Student Book AND Workbook Description: Beginner 2 is a continuation from Beginner 1 and is appropriate for beginner learners who have some prior experience learning Korean. Students are expected to be able to read and write the Korean alphabet, Hangul, and understand basic Korean dialogue, such as exchanging greetings, ordering food, and asking for information. This course will focus on developing essential conversational skills needed for daily communication in Korean, such as making an appointment, talking about daily activities and past events, and asking for/giving directions. In addition, students will learn to use the formal/deferential speech style and make the 5 Wh- questions in Korean. Cultural aspects will also be included in the course content, so that students may understand social and historical distinctiveness of Korean culture. Students will be encouraged to speak Korean in class through different communicative activities carried out in pairs or groups. There will be weekly assignments and quizzes to review materials covered in class. Students in this class will be able to continue to Beginner 3 in the next session.   New students registering for Beginner 2 should understand most of the following sample dialogue:    앤디: 미나 씨, 오늘 일해요?  미나: 아니요.  앤디: 그럼 뭐 해요?  미나: 친구 집에 가요.  앤디: 몇 시에 친구 집에 가요?  미나: 여덟 시에 친구 집에 가요. Beginner 3 Textbook: NEW Sogang Korean 1B Student Book AND Workbook Description: Beginner 3 builds on the basic foundation established in Beginner 1 and 2. This class is appropriate for those who have completed both Beginner 1 and 2 at the King Sejong Institute or those who have taken an elementary Korean course in college. Students who register for this class need to have basic knowledge of sentence structures, the present and past tense verb conjugation, informal and formal speech styles, and numeral systems in Korean. In this class, students will be introduced to diverse settings of daily conversation and specific tasks to be carried out in Korean. By the end of the semester, students will be able to talk about future plans and previous experiences, describe and compare varied things, make suggestions, ask for a favor, give reasons, prepare for a job interview, and use honorifics. Authentic materials in Korean, including drama clips, news, commercials, and music will be used to understand the usage of varied expressions and to broaden cultural understanding. There will be regular assignments and quizzes to review the materials covered in class.   New students registering for Beginner 3 should understand most of the following sample dialogue:   앤디: 미나 씨, 주말에 뭐 했어요? 미나: 공원에 갔어요. 앤디: 공원에 운동하러 갔어요? 미나: 아니요, 친구를 만나러 갔어요. 앤디: 그런데 근처에 공원이 있어요? 미나: 네, 집 앞에 있어요. Intermediate 1 Textbook: NEW Sogang Korean 2A Student Book AND Workbook Description: Intermediate 1 is a continuation from Beginner 3 and is appropriate for those who have taken Beginner 1-3 or 1-2 college semesters of Korean. This course aims to further enhance students’ understanding of the intermediate-low level of Korean language skills as a second language; it emphasizes practicing diverse settings of conversation, additional grammatical structures, broadening vocabulary, various styles of conjugation including the future tense, context-sensitive honorific speech styles, and cultural understanding of historical and contemporary written texts. Students will have the opportunity to synthesize their speaking, composition, and comprehension skills in through brief class presentations. Students who register for this level need to have basic level grammar knowledge including basic tenses, informal and formal speech styles, numbers, about thirty action verbs, and basic sentence structures.   New students registering for Intermediate 1 should understand MOST of the following sample dialogue and text (if not necessarily all vocabulary):    한국:  미국 씨, 한국 음식을 드셔 보셨어요? 미국:  네, 먹어 봤어요. 한국:  김치를 좋아하세요? 미국:  아니요, 김치는 좋아하지 않아요.  한국: 왜요?  미국:  김치가 맛있지만 너무 매워서 못 먹어요.     저는 회사원이에요. 집에서 회사까지 버스로 30분쯤 걸려요. 그래서 보통 7시에 일어나요. 8시에 집에서 출발해요. 그런데 오늘은 1시간 늦게 일어났어요. 버스 정류장까지 뛰었어요. 그런데 정류장에 사람이 너무 많았어요. 버스도 안 왔어요. 그래서 택시를 탔어요. 택시가 정말 빨리 갔어요. 9시 전에 도착했어요. 그래서 회사에 들어가기 전에 편의점에서 우유를 하나 샀어요.   Level Guideline: Students need to have basic knowledge of sentence structures, present and past tense verb conjugation, informal and formal speech styles, and numeral systems in Korean. Intermediate 2 Textbook: NEW Sogang Korean 2B Student Book AND Workbook Description: Intermediate 2 is a continuation of the Intermediate 1 Korean language course and is appropriate for those who have taken at least 2 college semesters of Korean. This course is designed to enhance students’ ability to speak, listen to, and write various nuanced Korean in an interpersonal and an interpretive situation with a contextual understanding of intermediate-mid level grammar. Students therefore develop an expanded ability to communicate in a culturally appropriate manner and critically examine current Korean issues. When students attend this course regularly, they will be expected to be able to comprehend and communicate suggestions, sharing experiences, thoughts, intentions, desires, feelings, and abilities using about about seventy various action verbs. In addition, students will develop their cultural competencies by acquiring cross-cultural understanding of Korean ways of thinking. New students registering for Intermediate 2 should understand MOST of the following sample dialogue and text (if not necessarily all vocabulary): 앤디: 미나 씨, 축구 보는 것을 좋아하세요? 미나: 왜요? 텔레비전에서 경기를 본 적이 있어요. 앤디: 그럼, 오늘 같이 축구 보러 가요! 미나: 미안해요. 오늘은 다른 친구하고 만나기로 했어요. 앤디: 그럼, 다음에 같이 갑시다. 미나: 네, 다음에 갈 때 꼭 알려 주세요. 김민수 씨는 회사 동료인데 한국 무역 회사애 다닌 지 1년쯤 됐어요. 한국 회사에 다닌 지 1년쯤 됐어요. 대학에서 경영학을 전공했어요. 민수 씨와 함께 일하고 있는 사람은 수지 씨인데, 두 사람은 내가 회사에 처음 들어왔을 때부터 나를 많이 도와 줘서 항상 고맙게 생각하고 있어요. 민수 씨는 내년부터 해외 출장을 다녀야 해서 요즘 영어 공부를 열심히 하고 있어요. 민수 씨는 10년쯤 후에 무역 회사애 사장님이 되고 싶어 해요. Level Guideline: Students need to handle verb/adjective conjugation rules in tenses and make sentences using basic causal conjunctives (-아/어서,  -고, -(으)려고, etc.), and have basic knowledge of noun-modifying forms.  Intermediate 3 Textbook: NEW Sogang Korean 3A Student Book AND Workbook Description: Intermediate 3 is a continuation of the Intermediate 2 Korean language course and is appropriate for those who have taken at least 2-3 college semesters of Korean. This course is designed to enhance students’ ability to speak, listen to, read, and write various nuanced Korean in intermediate-high level. In this course, students will develop an expanded ability to communicate in proper usage of vocabulary and expressions. In addition, students would be able to comprehend the situations in consulting and suggestions, sharing experiences, describing appearance and characters, expressing thoughts, solving problems, by using various speech styles. Students will practice a variety of class activities such as role-plays, pair works, conversation stations, group activities, playing games, etc. assigned by the instructor. Students are also expected to improve their cultural competencies by adapting contemporary Korean culture trends using various media materials. New students registering for Intermediate 3 should understand MOST of the following sample dialogue and text (if not necessarily all vocabulary): 미나: 앤디 씨, 이사 잘 했어요? 앤디: 네, 친구들이 도와줘서 잘 끝났어요. 미나: 이사 간 집은 어때요? 좋아요? 앤디: 네, 좋아요. 지은 지 얼마 안 돼서 깨끗한 편이에요. 미나: 그런데 학교에서 좀 멀지 않아요? 앤디: 좀 멀긴 하지만 괜찮아요. 미나: 언제 집들이 한번 하세요. 앤디: 네, 그럴게요. 한글을 만든 사람은 세종대왕이에요. 세종대왕이 한글을 만들기 전에는 한국에 글자가 없었어요. 말은 지금과 같은 한국말을 사용했지만 글을 쓸 때는 글자가 없어서 중국의 한자를 사용하고 있었어요. 세종대황은 이것을 안타깝게 생각해서 1443년에 한글을 만들었어요. 만든 사람과 만들어진 시기가 정확하게 알려진세계에서 유일한 문자예요. Level Guideline: Students need to handle all verb/adjective conjugation rules including irregular rules and noun-modifying forms in various aspects. Advanced (various) Advanced-level courses vary each session, and may not be offered every session. To see full details on the current course offering (or else the most recent, including general information applicable to all Advanced-level courses), visit our Advanced classes website here.  Registration / More Information All registration is first come, first served by email request, until maximum enrollment. Please first check the class status (above--updated weekdays). To submit a registration request, indicate the specific class/group for which you would like to register in an email to Adam Wojciechowicz at adam@ksiwashingtondc.org. You will receive a reply with details on registration / payment forms within 1-3 days, in the case that the class is still open--thanks for your patience! If a class is full, we strongly recommend joining the waitlist, as additional sections might be added based on demand, or space may open up. There is no location restriction for online courses (but all class times are EDT). PLEASE NOTE: Registration requests are taken in the order received until a class is full, at which point a waitlist option will be added to the website and existing registration requests will be confirmed. Classes may become full before we are able to update the website. Joining the waitlist is a good idea, as enrollment often shifts before the start of class and space opens up. Some classes fill up very quickly, especially with smaller online groups, so we appreciate your patience and understanding. For any questions, contact Adam at adam@ksiwashingtondc.org or (202) 587-6168 (email is best). Nondiscrimination Policy The King Sejong Institute Washington, D.C. admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to its students. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission and registration policies, support related to registration costs, and other school-administered programs. All are welcome!

Registration is now open for Fall 2023 Classes! Details below. Focused on practical language skills and cultural context, the King Sejong Institute Washington, D.C. (KSIDC) offers a range of classes that build skills in speaking, reading, listening, and writing Korean. All classes are limited in size and led by native Korean-speaking instructors with teaching experience at U.S. universities or professional institutions. Classes primarily teach language skills, while also introducing students to the traditional, modern, and social culture of Korea.  The KSIDC is a DC-based 501(c)3 nonprofit organization which operates Korean language classes and educational programs in partnership with the Korean Cultural Center. Registration for all KSIDC classes is open to the public, and all those who wish to improve their Korean are welcome! For more details, see our nondiscrimination policy below. Nondiscrimination Policy  The King Sejong Institute Washington, D.C. admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to its students. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission and registration policies, support related to registration costs, and other school-administered programs. All are welcome! 2023 Schedule Spring: February – May Summer: May – August Fall: September – December   Exact start and end dates for each class vary. A detailed schedule will be added to this website and sent to our mailing list a few weeks before each session of classes. Follow the KSIDC on Facebook for early updates and more!  Overview Schedule All Fall 2023 courses meet online/remotely, with video conference meetings via Zoom and other learning platforms, during either weekday evenings or some Saturday morning and afternoon options. Online courses cover the same content and meet for the same amount of time as in-person options (which will resume in future sessions). All courses meet once per week for a total of 24 class hours (12 meetings total) and will finish by mid December at the latest, but possibly earlier. All online courses include the option to review full class recordings for several weeks after each meeting. In the future, the majority of courses will remain online/remote as we gradually resume some in-person options. Fees  Registration fees for Fall 2023 are as follows, per entire course (comprising 24 class hours / 12 meetings):  Registration Fees Online In-person (when offered) New Students: $240 $250 Returning Students: $220 $230 All those who have taken at least one KSIDC course in the past are considered returning students and receive the discounted rate. Textbooks are required for all courses, and can be purchased independently or through the KSIDC for a flat $45 (excluding those for the Advanced course, for which books should be purchased independently; see details below). All courses are contingent upon a minimum enrollment, and tuition is fully refundable until the day after the first class meeting. Fees may change in the future, as we adjust our online/offline pricing. Textbooks The KSIDC is pleased to offer textbooks for purchase this session (excluding those for advanced courses), giving learners the option to conveniently pay for affordably priced textbooks. The cost for textbooks from the KSIDC for all regular sequence courses (Beginner through Intermediate) is $45 per complete set (Sogang student book and workbook together). However, textbooks purchased from the KSIDC MUST be picked up at the Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C. on one of the designated pickup dates (we cannot ship individual textbooks). Non-local students are thus encouraged to purchase their books independently. To download a complete reference list of textbooks with links for this session, click here.  Eligibility KSIDC classes are generally open to anyone, however registrants must be at least age 15 at the start (a parental consent form is also required for those under age 18). Classes are primarily taught in English. Parents of minors should be aware that most other registrants are adults and most classes involve some virtual breakout room or pair work. We hope to offer youth classes in the future, so please stay tuned and join our mailing list for updates, Parents. See our nondiscrimination policy for more details.  Perks  Students with 75% attendance or better receive a certificate of completion upon completion of the course. All online courses include the option to review class recordings for a period of time after each meeting. Students can also arrange to meet before or after class with their instructor during virtual or in-person office hours, as available. Although the traditional refreshments and the dinner of in-person courses are unfortunately not possible remotely, online courses instead feature reduced average class size to help facilitate online learning and greater individualized attention, in addition to more schedule and viewing options. Schedule of Classes Complete class description, textbook, and placement information is available below. Special or irregular times/dates are underlined. If a class is full, sometimes from the start due to continuing students, join the waitlist! Depending on demand, additional groups may be added. Those on the waitlist will be notified first of any new options. Regular Sequence Courses Beginner 1 Beginner 1, Group A (Tuesdays) 6-8pm EDT online. Instructor: Keum Sook Grace Yang, starting Sept. 12  Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 1, Group B (Wednesdays) 6-8pm EDT online. Instructor: Heecho Kim, starting Sept. 13 Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 1, Group C (Thursdays) 6-8pm EDT online. Instructor: Jin Choi, starting Sept. 14 Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 1, Group D (Thursdays) 6-8pm EDT online. Instructor: Eunjung Park, starting Sept. 14 Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 1, Group E (Saturdays) 1pm-3pm EDT online. Instructor: Dae Yong Kim, starting Sept. 16  Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST.  Beginner 2 Beginner 2, Group A (Tuesdays) 6-8pm EDT online. Instructor: Heecho Kim, starting Sept. 12 Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST. Beginner 2, Group B (Tuesdays) 6-8pm EDT online. Instructor: Jiyoung Yim, starting Sept. 12  Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST.  Beginner 2, Group C (Thursdays) 6-8pm EDT online. Instructor: Juyoung Park, starting Sept. 14 Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST.  Beginner 2, Group D (Saturdays) 10am-12pm EDT online. Instructor: Dae Yong Kim, starting Sept. 16  Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST.  Beginner 3 Beginner 3, Group A (Tuesdays) 6-8pm EDT online. Instructor: Eunjung Park, starting Sept. 12  Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST.  Beginner 3, Group B (Wednesdays) 6-8pm EDT online. Instructor: Hyunah Kim, starting Sept. 13  Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST.  Beginner 3, Group C (Thursdays) 6-8pm EDT online. Instructor: Keum Sook Grace Yang, starting Sept. 14 Beginner 3, Group D (Saturdays) 10am-12pm EDT online. Instructor: Heecho Kim, starting Sept. 16  Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST.  Intermediate 1 Intermediate 1, Group A (Wednesdays) 6-8pm EDT online. Instructor: Eunjung Park, starting Sept. 13  Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST.  Intermediate 1, Group B (Saturdays) 10am-12pm EDT online. Instructor: Hannah Chong, starting Sept. 16  Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST.  Intermediate 2 Intermediate 2, Group A (Wednesdays) 6-8pm EDT online. Instructor: Jiyoung Yim, starting Sept. 13 Intermediate 2, Group B (Saturdays) 1pm-3pm EDT online. Instructor: Hannah Chong, starting Sept. 16 Intermediate 3 Intermediate 3 (Tuesdays) 6-8pm EDT online. Instructor: Hei Sook Yoo, starting Sept. 12 See also the Intermediate 3 - Extended special topic course below. Special Topic Intermediate 3 - Extended Tentatively full! Join the WAITLIST.  (Tuesdays) 6-8pm EDT online. Instructor: Hyunah Kim, starting Sept. 12 NEW! This special topic course continues where Intermediate 3 leaves off, covering additional topics in the same Sogang 3A textbook for those who wish to continue their studies. Suitable for those who have completed Intermediate 3, or possibly Intermediate 2. Advanced Advanced: Real-Life Communication in Korean (Mondays) 6-8pm EDT online. Instructor: Hei Sook Yoo, starting Sept. 11 NEW! See the course description/outline (detailed syllabus available by request for those interested in registering) and additional proficiency requirements and reading samples on our advanced class website here. All Advanced courses are at approximately the same proficiency level but cover different topics. Click here to join the WAITLIST for any class that is tentatively full! Depending on demand, new groups may be added. Course Descriptions, Textbooks, & Placement Reading Samples For reference links to specific textbooks for this session, view the current guide HERE. Beginner 1 Textbook: NEW Sogang Korean 1A Student Book AND Workbook Description: This class is designed for those who have no previous experience learning Korean. Students will be introduced to the Korean alphabet Hangeul, basic sentence structures, simple vocabulary, and conversation. By the end of the semester, students will be able to read and write Hangeul, introduce themselves, exchange greetings, count numbers, order food at a restaurant, and carry out basic daily conversation. Cultural aspects will also be included in the course content, so that students may grow in their understanding of Korean culture and share their cultural experiences. Students will be encouraged to speak Korean in class through different communicative activities often carried out in pairs or groups. There will be weekly assignments and quizzes to review what was covered in class. Students in this class will be able to continue to Beginner 2 during the next session. Beginner 2 Textbook: NEW Sogang Korean 1A Student Book AND Workbook Description: Beginner 2 is a continuation from Beginner 1 and is appropriate for beginner learners who have some prior experience learning Korean. Students are expected to be able to read and write the Korean alphabet, Hangul, and understand basic Korean dialogue, such as exchanging greetings, ordering food, and asking for information. This course will focus on developing essential conversational skills needed for daily communication in Korean, such as making an appointment, talking about daily activities and past events, and asking for/giving directions. In addition, students will learn to use the formal/deferential speech style and make the 5 Wh- questions in Korean. Cultural aspects will also be included in the course content, so that students may understand social and historical distinctiveness of Korean culture. Students will be encouraged to speak Korean in class through different communicative activities carried out in pairs or groups. There will be weekly assignments and quizzes to review materials covered in class. Students in this class will be able to continue to Beginner 3 in the next session.   New students registering for Beginner 2 should understand most of the following sample dialogue:    앤디: 미나 씨, 오늘 일해요?  미나: 아니요.  앤디: 그럼 뭐 해요?  미나: 친구 집에 가요.  앤디: 몇 시에 친구 집에 가요?  미나: 여덟 시에 친구 집에 가요. Beginner 3 Textbook: NEW Sogang Korean 1B Student Book AND Workbook Description: Beginner 3 builds on the basic foundation established in Beginner 1 and 2. This class is appropriate for those who have completed both Beginner 1 and 2 at the King Sejong Institute or those who have taken an elementary Korean course in college. Students who register for this class need to have basic knowledge of sentence structures, the present and past tense verb conjugation, informal and formal speech styles, and numeral systems in Korean. In this class, students will be introduced to diverse settings of daily conversation and specific tasks to be carried out in Korean. By the end of the semester, students will be able to talk about future plans and previous experiences, describe and compare varied things, make suggestions, ask for a favor, give reasons, prepare for a job interview, and use honorifics. Authentic materials in Korean, including drama clips, news, commercials, and music will be used to understand the usage of varied expressions and to broaden cultural understanding. There will be regular assignments and quizzes to review the materials covered in class.   New students registering for Beginner 3 should understand most of the following sample dialogue:   앤디: 미나 씨, 주말에 뭐 했어요? 미나: 공원에 갔어요. 앤디: 공원에 운동하러 갔어요? 미나: 아니요, 친구를 만나러 갔어요. 앤디: 그런데 근처에 공원이 있어요? 미나: 네, 집 앞에 있어요. Intermediate 1 Textbook: NEW Sogang Korean 2A Student Book AND Workbook Description: Intermediate 1 is a continuation from Beginner 3 and is appropriate for those who have taken Beginner 1-3 or 1-2 college semesters of Korean. This course aims to further enhance students’ understanding of the intermediate-low level of Korean language skills as a second language; it emphasizes practicing diverse settings of conversation, additional grammatical structures, broadening vocabulary, various styles of conjugation including the future tense, context-sensitive honorific speech styles, and cultural understanding of historical and contemporary written texts. Students will have the opportunity to synthesize their speaking, composition, and comprehension skills in through brief class presentations. Students who register for this level need to have basic level grammar knowledge including basic tenses, informal and formal speech styles, numbers, about thirty action verbs, and basic sentence structures.   New students registering for Intermediate 1 should understand MOST of the following sample dialogue and text (if not necessarily all vocabulary):    한국:  미국 씨, 한국 음식을 드셔 보셨어요? 미국:  네, 먹어 봤어요. 한국:  김치를 좋아하세요? 미국:  아니요, 김치는 좋아하지 않아요.  한국: 왜요?  미국:  김치가 맛있지만 너무 매워서 못 먹어요.     저는 회사원이에요. 집에서 회사까지 버스로 30분쯤 걸려요. 그래서 보통 7시에 일어나요. 8시에 집에서 출발해요. 그런데 오늘은 1시간 늦게 일어났어요. 버스 정류장까지 뛰었어요. 그런데 정류장에 사람이 너무 많았어요. 버스도 안 왔어요. 그래서 택시를 탔어요. 택시가 정말 빨리 갔어요. 9시 전에 도착했어요. 그래서 회사에 들어가기 전에 편의점에서 우유를 하나 샀어요.   Level Guideline: Students need to have basic knowledge of sentence structures, present and past tense verb conjugation, informal and formal speech styles, and numeral systems in Korean. Intermediate 2 Textbook: NEW Sogang Korean 2B Student Book AND Workbook Description: Intermediate 2 is a continuation of the Intermediate 1 Korean language course and is appropriate for those who have taken at least 2 college semesters of Korean. This course is designed to enhance students’ ability to speak, listen to, and write various nuanced Korean in an interpersonal and an interpretive situation with a contextual understanding of intermediate-mid level grammar. Students therefore develop an expanded ability to communicate in a culturally appropriate manner and critically examine current Korean issues. When students attend this course regularly, they will be expected to be able to comprehend and communicate suggestions, sharing experiences, thoughts, intentions, desires, feelings, and abilities using about about seventy various action verbs. In addition, students will develop their cultural competencies by acquiring cross-cultural understanding of Korean ways of thinking. New students registering for Intermediate 2 should understand MOST of the following sample dialogue and text (if not necessarily all vocabulary): 앤디: 미나 씨, 축구 보는 것을 좋아하세요? 미나: 왜요? 텔레비전에서 경기를 본 적이 있어요. 앤디: 그럼, 오늘 같이 축구 보러 가요! 미나: 미안해요. 오늘은 다른 친구하고 만나기로 했어요. 앤디: 그럼, 다음에 같이 갑시다. 미나: 네, 다음에 갈 때 꼭 알려 주세요. 김민수 씨는 회사 동료인데 한국 무역 회사애 다닌 지 1년쯤 됐어요. 한국 회사에 다닌 지 1년쯤 됐어요. 대학에서 경영학을 전공했어요. 민수 씨와 함께 일하고 있는 사람은 수지 씨인데, 두 사람은 내가 회사에 처음 들어왔을 때부터 나를 많이 도와 줘서 항상 고맙게 생각하고 있어요. 민수 씨는 내년부터 해외 출장을 다녀야 해서 요즘 영어 공부를 열심히 하고 있어요. 민수 씨는 10년쯤 후에 무역 회사애 사장님이 되고 싶어 해요. Level Guideline: Students need to handle verb/adjective conjugation rules in tenses and make sentences using basic causal conjunctives (-아/어서,  -고, -(으)려고, etc.), and have basic knowledge of noun-modifying forms.  Intermediate 3 Textbook: NEW Sogang Korean 3A Student Book AND Workbook Description: Intermediate 3 is a continuation of the Intermediate 2 Korean language course and is appropriate for those who have taken at least 2-3 college semesters of Korean. This course is designed to enhance students’ ability to speak, listen to, read, and write various nuanced Korean in intermediate-high level. In this course, students will develop an expanded ability to communicate in proper usage of vocabulary and expressions. In addition, students would be able to comprehend the situations in consulting and suggestions, sharing experiences, describing appearance and characters, expressing thoughts, solving problems, by using various speech styles. Students will practice a variety of class activities such as role-plays, pair works, conversation stations, group activities, playing games, etc. assigned by the instructor. Students are also expected to improve their cultural competencies by adapting contemporary Korean culture trends using various media materials. New students registering for Intermediate 3 should understand MOST of the following sample dialogue and text (if not necessarily all vocabulary): 미나: 앤디 씨, 이사 잘 했어요? 앤디: 네, 친구들이 도와줘서 잘 끝났어요. 미나: 이사 간 집은 어때요? 좋아요? 앤디: 네, 좋아요. 지은 지 얼마 안 돼서 깨끗한 편이에요. 미나: 그런데 학교에서 좀 멀지 않아요? 앤디: 좀 멀긴 하지만 괜찮아요. 미나: 언제 집들이 한번 하세요. 앤디: 네, 그럴게요. 한글을 만든 사람은 세종대왕이에요. 세종대왕이 한글을 만들기 전에는 한국에 글자가 없었어요. 말은 지금과 같은 한국말을 사용했지만 글을 쓸 때는 글자가 없어서 중국의 한자를 사용하고 있었어요. 세종대황은 이것을 안타깝게 생각해서 1443년에 한글을 만들었어요. 만든 사람과 만들어진 시기가 정확하게 알려진세계에서 유일한 문자예요. Level Guideline: Students need to handle all verb/adjective conjugation rules including irregular rules and noun-modifying forms in various aspects. Special Topic (Intermediate 3 - Extended) Textbook: NEW Sogang Korean 3A Student Book AND Workbook Description: This special topic course continues where Intermediate 3 leaves off, covering additional topics in the same Sogang 3A textbook for those who wish to continue their studies. It is generally at a similar proficiency level, so newcomers can use the description and reading sample for Intermediate 3 (above) to judge the level. Suitable for those who have completed Intermediate 3, or possibly Intermediate 2, or other equivalent study. Advanced (various) Advanced-level courses vary each session, and may not be offered every session. 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