Hiroshima University Syllabus

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Japanese
Academic Year 2026Year School/Graduate School Liberal Arts Education Program
Lecture Code 27241001 Subject Classification Foreign Languages
Subject Name ベーシック韓国語IV
Subject Name
(Katakana)
ベーシックカンコクゴ4
Subject Name in
English
Basic Korean IV
Instructor KANG HEEEUN,LEE YONG CHEOL
Instructor
(Katakana)
カン ヒウン,イ ヨンチョル
Campus Higashi-Hiroshima Semester/Term 1st-Year,  Second Semester,  4Term
Days, Periods, and Classrooms (4T) Tues7-8,Thur7-8:Online
Lesson Style Seminar Lesson Style
(More Details)
Face-to-face
Classes are primarily conducted face-to-face in a lecture-based format.  
Credits 1.0 Class Hours/Week 4 Language of Instruction J : Japanese
Course Level 2 : Undergraduate Low-Intermediate
Course Area(Area) 22 : Language Education
Course Area(Discipline) 07 : Korean
Eligible Students This course is intended for elementary-level learners of Korean. Students who have completed Terms 1, 2, and 3 “Basic Korean I, II, and III” are strongly encouraged to enroll.
Keywords Korean, Hangul, vocabulary, grammar, conversation 
Special Subject for Teacher Education   Special Subject  
Class Status within
Liberal Arts Education
In response to the demands of globalization, this course aims to cultivate the communication skills needed to access and disseminate information in various foreign languages, while enabling students to acquire relevant knowledge and skills and deepen their understanding of diverse languages and cultures. 
Expected Outcome1. Students will be able to use a foreign language to engage in everyday communication both orally and in writing.

2. By utilizing multiple foreign languages, students will be able to develop an understanding of diverse languages and cultures. 
Class Objectives
/Class Outline
Following Basic Korean I, II, and III, this course is conducted through two coordinated weekly sessions to further develop students’ command of fundamental Korean grammar, vocabulary, and expressions and to foster basic communicative competence in Korean.

This course is an advanced course designed for students who have acquired the fundamentals of Korean. It aims to further develop students’ ability to apply previously learned material in a more advanced manner and to engage in a wider range of everyday communicative situations, while deepening their understanding of Korean society and culture. Through the use of audiovisual materials such as Korean films and K-pop, students will examine the relationship between linguistic expressions and their social and cultural contexts, thereby deepening their understanding of Korea as a neighboring country and enhancing their intercultural competence. 
Class Schedule This course focuses on advanced grammar for communicating complex ideas and uses films to deepen understanding of Korean society and culture.


Session 1: [Special Lecture] Understanding Korean society and culture through film
Session 2: [Special Lecture] Understanding Korean society and culture through film
Session 3: Lesson 15 — 여태까지 결석을 한 적이 없었는데…. (I had never been absent until now, but…)
Session 4: Lesson 15 — 여태까지 결석을 한 적이 없었는데…. (I had never been absent until now, but…)
Session 5: Lesson 16 — 깨지는 것도 부칠 수 있어요? (Can I send fragile items as well?)
Session 6: Lesson 16 — 깨지는 것도 부칠 수 있어요? (Can I send fragile items as well?)
Session 7: Lesson 17 — 저랑 같이 보러 가야 돼요. (You have to go see it with me.)
Session 8: Lesson 17 — 저랑 같이 보러 가야 돼요. (You have to go see it with me.)
Session 9: Review and consolidation of Lessons 15–17
Session 10: Lesson 18 — 조선시대에 온 것 같아요. (It feels like I’ve come to the Joseon era.)
Session 11: Lesson 18 — 조선시대에 온 것 같아요. (It feels like I’ve come to the Joseon era.)
Session 12: Lesson 19 — 난 아침에 일찍 올라갔다가 지금 내려왔어. (I went up early this morning and just came back down.)
Session 13: Lesson 19 — 난 아침에 일찍 올라갔다가 지금 내려왔어. (I went up early this morning and just came back down.)
Session 14: Overall review and consolidation
Session 15: Overall review and consolidation

*A final examination will be administered at the end of each term. 
Text/Reference
Books,etc.
Matsuzaki, M., Jeong, I., Kumaki, T., Kim, A., & Lee, S. (2017). Revised Edition: Korean Textbook Hangul Madang (한글 마당). Asahi Press.
松﨑真日・丁仁京・熊木勉・金昴京・李秀炅『改訂版韓国語教本 ハングルマダン(한글 마당)』朝日出版社、2017年。 
PC or AV used in
Class,etc.
Text, Handouts, Audio Materials, Visual Materials, Microsoft Teams, Zoom
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Learning techniques to be incorporated Paired Reading, Quizzes/ Quiz format, Role Play
Suggestions on
Preparation and
Review
1. Complete the assigned preparation in advance and review the meanings and pronunciations of new vocabulary before class.

2. Listen to the audio of the text (dialogue) at least three times in advance and come to class having familiarized yourself with the content.

3. Review the vocabulary, expressions, and grammatical items covered in each class to ensure retention.

4. Submit all assigned tasks by the designated deadline. 
Requirements The Tuesday (7th–8th periods) and Thursday (7th–8th periods) classes are conducted as coordinated sessions. Students must enroll in both and may not take only one. 
Grading Method Grades will be determined based on the following guidelines:
Coursework: 20–40%; Final exam: 60–80%.
Please confirm details with the instructor in class. 
Practical Experience  
Summary of Practical Experience and Class Contents based on it  
Message Building on the foundation established in the first semester, this course aims to further develop your ability to use Korean in more diverse and complex situations. By integrating previously learned grammar and expressions, you will work toward expressing your thoughts and experiences more clearly and naturally. Active participation and continued practice are essential for steady progress. 
Other   
Please fill in the class improvement questionnaire which is carried out on all classes.
Instructors will reflect on your feedback and utilize the information for improving their teaching. 
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