Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024)
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Languages & Cultures School
KORN3201 is a continuing course from KORN3101. The course will enhance students' knowledge of contemporary Korean language and culture and consolidate the skills acquired in KORN 3101; however, at this level, all four communicative skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing) and cultural competence have the same importance. This course will also provide a good opportunity to exercise the Hanja that are frequently used in daily life, and advanced grammar for written/spoken and colloquial Korean. This course aims to; 1. Understand and give spoken or written information extracted from articles (newspapers, blogs, magazines, personal writings) 2. Develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in Korean at an advanced level, through the use of a wide range of texts including audio-visual materials. 3. Interact with others to discuss various topics through the use of social routines and exchange of information, ideas, opinions, experiences, plans and advice.
4. Develop and strengthen knowledge of the Korean language and culture.
KORN3201 is an advanced intermediate modern Korean language course with intensive practice in all skills of Korean including Korean culture.ﾠThe course further develops students’ speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in an integrated manner and expands students’ understanding of Korean culture by exposing them to relevant topics. Incorporating various resources, the course encourages students' active involvement.
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Course requirements
Assumed background
This course is designed for non-native speakers of Korean. Any Korean background students or students with previous experiences learning Korean outside the UQ Korean Program need to consult the course coordinator, Dr. Narah Lee (narah.lee@uq.edu.au) to take this course.ﾠ
Prerequisites
You'll need to complete the following courses before enrolling in this one:
KORN3101
Incompatible
You can't enrol in this course if you've already completed the following:
KORN3002
Course staff
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Additional timetable information
Public holidays:
Alternative arrangements for affected students will be announced through the Blackboard site.
Class allocation:
In order to optimise the student experience, it may be necessary to reallocate students to a different class from their first choice. Before this happens, every effort will be made to enable students to voluntarily change into an alternative class that is suitable.
Please note: Teaching staff do not have access to the timetabling system to help with class allocation. Therefore, should you need help with your timetable and/or allocation of classes, please ensure you email hass.mytimetable@uq.edu.au from your UQ student email account with the following details:
- Full name,
- Student ID, and
- the Course Code
Additional information and support can be found here.
Aims and outcomes
This course aims to further expand students' knowledge of the Korean language in the High B1 Level (Independent User) on the CEFR language proficiency scale. While introduced to the cultural values as well as language elements in this course, students will have opportunities to develop intercultural perspectives and communication skills in a global context.
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Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Demonstrate knowledge of Korean grammar and vocabulary at a high-intermediate/advanced level.
LO2.
Use appropriate manners in applying advanced communication skills, such as expressing an opinion, (dis)agreeing, quoting, describing abstract concepts and presenting.
LO3.
Identify the cultural context of the language and effectively reflect the understandings in intercultural communications.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essay/ Critique, Translation/ Interpretation |
Short writing assessment
|
20% (10% x 2) |
26/08/2024 7/10/2024
CON2 in Weeks 6 and 11 |
| Participation/ Student contribution, Presentation |
In-class presentation
|
20% |
Week 9 - Week 9
In-class |
| Examination |
Final Written Exam
|
30% |
End of Semester Exam Period 2/11/2024 - 16/11/2024 |
| Performance, Presentation |
Final individual interview
|
30% |
Exam week 1 |
Assessment details
Short writing assessment
- In-person
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Essay/ Critique, Translation/ Interpretation
- Weight
- 20% (10% x 2)
- Due date
26/08/2024
7/10/2024
CON2 in Weeks 6 and 11
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02
Task description
There will be two short writing assessments in class in Weeks 6 and 11. The short writings are for students to practise the grammar and vocabulary learned in the course while discussing relevant topics in written format. Students will be asked to write a paragraph (300 or more words) on given topics and using given expressions from the course. Topics and detailed instructions for each assessment will be discussed in Monday classes two weeks prior to the assessment.
Generative AI & MT Statement
This assessment task is to be completed in-person. The use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Translation (MT) tools will not be permitted. Any attempted use of AI or MT may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission guidelines
In-class writing assessment and submission (paper-based; closed book)
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 7 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
The maximum extension length allows assessors to give timely feedback before subsequent tasks are due.
In-class presentation
- In-person
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance
- Category
- Participation/ Student contribution, Presentation
- Weight
- 20%
- Due date
Week 9 - Week 9
In-class
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03
Task description
Students will give a presentation on one of the additional readings in the textbook where they become Korean teachers and teach a language class on the text as well as its cultural background. Each student will have 10 minutes for their presentation. Presentation slides will be asked to be submitted and marked. Detailed guidelines will be provided in class in Week 4.
Generative AI & MT Statement
This assessment task is to be completed in-person. The use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Translation (MT) tools will not be permitted. Any attempted use of AI or MT may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission guidelines
Submit your PowerPoint slides by your presentation date and time via Turnitin.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 14 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
The maximum extension length allows assessors to give timely feedback before subsequent tasks are due.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Final Written Exam
- In-person
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Examination
- Weight
- 30%
- Due date
End of Semester Exam Period
2/11/2024 - 16/11/2024
- Other conditions
- Time limited.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02
Task description
Part I: Grammar and vocabulary
Part II: Reading comprehension
Part III: Short writing
All six lessons from the textbook will be covered in the exam. Past exam papers may help students grasp the question types and styles.
Generative AI & MT Statement
This assessment task is to be completed in-person. The use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Translation (MT) tools will not be permitted. Any attempted use of AI or MT may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Exam details
| Planning time | 10 minutes |
|---|---|
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Calculator options | No calculators permitted |
| Open/closed book | Closed Book examination - no written materials permitted |
| Exam platform | Paper based |
| Invigilation | Invigilated in person |
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Final individual interview
- In-person
- Mode
- Oral
- Category
- Performance, Presentation
- Weight
- 30%
- Due date
Exam week 1
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03
Task description
During the final exam period, students will undertake an individual face-to-face interview for about 25 minutes. There will be five tasks to complete in the interview. Detailed guidelines for the interview will be provided in Week 10.
Generative AI & MT Statement
This assessment task is to be completed in-person. The use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Translation (MT) tools will not be permitted. Any attempted use of AI or MT may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Late submission
If late for the designated interview time, the student will only be given the remaining minutes of their interview time slot and may not finish all interview questions within the time slot.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | 0 - 24 |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A student awarded this grade has not completed the required assessment items. 0-24% |
| 2 (Fail) | 25 - 44 |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A student awarded this grade has not completed the required assessment items. Writing shows an extremely narrow range of structures and expressions. The student will not fulfil minimal requirements to complete a task. Comprehension is extremely limited. Script is used with limited accuracy and use of Hanja and Korean characters is infrequent. Lack of linguistic knowledge and limited use of strategies to locate information lead to extremely limited comprehension. |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | 45 - 49 |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes Course grade description: The student's writing show an extremely narrow range of structures and expressions with frequent errors. The student does not fulfil minimal requirements to complete a task. Comprehension of spoken language is limited. Script, is used with limited accuracy and frequency. Considerable gaps in linguistic knowledge and limited use of strategies to locate information in written and spoken texts lead to limited comprehension. |
| 4 (Pass) | 50 - 64 |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: The student's writing shows a narrow range of structures and expressions with accuracy and fluency fluctuating considerably from activity to activity. Student fulfils minimal performance requirements. Comprehension of spoken language is fair in predictable contexts. Student occasionally uses strategies. Script, including Hanja, is used with fluctuating accuracy and frequency. Considerable gaps in linguistic knowledge and infrequent use of strategies to locate information in written and spoken texts lead to limited comprehension. |
| 5 (Credit) | 65 - 74 |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: The student's writing shows a range of structures and expressions used with accuracy and fluency fluctuating considerably from activity to activity. Student will occasionally elaborate beyond minimal performance requirements. Student comprehends most spoken langauge and occasionally uses strategies when this is not the case. Script, including Hanja, as set out in the Weekly handouts, is used with reasonable accuracy and frequency depending on the activity. Some gaps in linguistic knowledge and use of strategies to locate information in written and spoken texts lead to comprehension problems. |
| 6 (Distinction) | 75 - 84 |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: The student's writing shows a wide range of structures and expressions. Accuracy and fluency are generally good but open to some fluctuation. Student will frequently elaborate beyond minimal performance requirements. Student comprehends most spoken language and uses strategies effectively when this is not the case. Script, including Hanja, is used readily and accurately. Student uses a range of strategies and linguistic knowledge in order to locate information in written and spoken texts with frequent success. |
| 7 (High Distinction) | 85 - 100 |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: The student's writing shows a wide range of structures and expressions used accurately and fluently. Student is willing and able to elaborate beyond minimal performance requirements. Student comprehends almost all spoken language and uses strategies effectively when this is not the case. Script, including Hanja, is used readily and accurately. Student uses a range of strategies and linguistic knowledge and successfully locates information in written and spoken texts. |
Additional course grading information
Marking criteria and/or marking rubrics are available in the ‘Assessment’ folder in Blackboard for this course.
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Additional assessment information
All assignments submitted should be the work of the student and the student alone. This means that students are NOT to seek outside help (from other students, teachers, private tutors, native speakers etc) in preparing assignments. If students are having difficulties in completing their assignments, they should see their tutor during consultation hours or by appointment. Students suspected of having received outside help will be referred to the School of Languages and Cultures Integrity Officer.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Find the required and recommended resources for this course on the UQ Library website.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Multiple weeks From Week 1 To Week 13 |
General contact hours |
Lesson 7-13 (Integrated Korean: High Intermediate) Learn new expressions and grammar to discuss various cultural aspects of Korea and practise them in speaking and writing; Topics include 'Famous Korean people', 'Seoul, the capital city of Korea', 'South Korea and North Korea', 'Housing in Korea', 'Customs and superstitions of Korea', 'Korean folktales and proverbs' and 'Korean culture of community'. ***Mid-semester break: 25 September - 2 October Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Week 1 |
General contact hours |
Course overview Introduction to the course; Assessment criteria; Self-introduction to class Learning outcomes: L03 |
Week 9 |
General contact hours |
In-class presentation Give a lecture on the text from the textbook while explaining its linguistic and cultural context Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
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