KOR 4002/4500/8003 is designed for advanced-level students of Korean who wish to enrich their knowledge of Korean language and culture through different genres of Korean literature. This semester, we will focus on popular Korean multimedia expressions, particularly Webtoon Navillera, and the beloved Drama When Life Gives You Tangerines.
The entire course, including presentations and class discussions, will be conducted in Korean, offering an immersive learning experience. Whether you're posting on Discussions on Canvas or participating in group discussions, everything will be 100% in Korean – no other languages are allowed. Get ready to dive into the vibrant world of Korean media and expand your language skills like never before.
Students are expected to maintain the highest standards of academic integrity. All work submitted must be original and properly cited. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in immediate consequences as outlined in the university's academic integrity policy.
This is a Core IMPACTS course that is part of the Arts, Humanities & Ethics area.
Core IMPACTS refers to the core curriculum, which provides students with essential knowledge in foundational academic areas. This course will help master course content, and support students’ broad academic and career goals.
This course should direct students toward a broad Orienting Question:
- How do I interpret the human experience through creative, linguistic and philosophical works?
Completion of this course should enable students to meet the following Learning Outcome:
- Students will effectively analyze and interpret the meaning, cultural significance and ethical implications of literary/philosophical texts or of works in the visual/performing arts.
Course content, activities and exercises in this course should help students develop the following Career-Ready Competencies:
- Ethical Reasoning
- Information Literacy
- Intercultural Competence