Korean (KORE)
KORE 106 - ACCELERATED FIRST YEAR KOREAN
Short Title: ACCELERATED 1ST YR KOREAN
Department: Asian Studies
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to Undergraduate, Undergraduate Professional or Visiting Undergraduate level students.
Course Level: Undergraduate Lower-Level
Description: Alternate first year Korean course for students with some background in Korean. This is an intensive course covering the equivalents of KORE 141 and 142. Students will be prepared for KORE 263 upon completion of the course. Effective May 15, 2019, this course does not carry D1 credit. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for KORE 106 if student has credit for KORE 141/KORE 142.
KORE 141 - FIRST YEAR KOREAN I
Short Title: FIRST YEAR KOREAN I
Department: Asian Studies
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to Undergraduate, Undergraduate Professional or Visiting Undergraduate level students.
Course Level: Undergraduate Lower-Level
Description: This course is for students with no prior knowledge of Korean. Development of interactional competence in Korean (sociolinguistic and sociocultural knowledge) to communicate and interact with speakers of Korean. The course is based on a student-centered, critical-thinking approach to language analysis/acquisition. No prior knowledge of this language is necessary. Effective May 15, 2019, this course does not carry D1 credit. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for KORE 141 if student has credit for KORE 106.
KORE 142 - FIRST YEAR KOREAN II
Short Title: FIRST YEAR KOREAN II
Department: Asian Studies
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to Undergraduate, Undergraduate Professional or Visiting Undergraduate level students.
Course Level: Undergraduate Lower-Level
Prerequisite(s): KORE 141
Description: Continuation of KORE 141. Development of interactional competence in Korean (sociolinguistic and socio cultural knowledge) to communicate and interact with speakers of Korean. The course is based on a student-centered, critical-thinking approach to language analysis/acquisition. Effective May 15, 2019, this course does not carry D1 credit. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for KORE 142 if student has credit for KORE 106/KORE 262.
KORE 206 - ACCELERATED SECOND YEAR KOREAN
Short Title: ACCEL 2ND YEAR KOREAN
Department: Asian Studies
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Distribution Group: Distribution Group I
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to Undergraduate, Undergraduate Professional or Visiting Undergraduate level students.
Course Level: Undergraduate Lower-Level
Prerequisite(s): KORE 106
Description: Alternate second year Korean for students who have some background in the language, especially heritage students. This is an intensive course covering the equivalents of KORE 263 and 264. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for KORE 206 if student has credit for KORE 263/KORE 264.
KORE 222 - AP/OTH CREDIT IN KOREAN LANGUAGE
Short Title: AP/OTH CREDIT KOREAN LANGUAGE
Department: Asian Studies
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Transfer
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to Undergraduate, Undergraduate Professional or Visiting Undergraduate level students.
Course Level: Undergraduate Lower-Level
Description: This course provides credit for students who have successfully completed approved examinations, such as Advanced Placement exams. This credit counts toward the total credit hours required for graduation. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for KORE 222 if student has credit for KORE 141 or KORE 106.
KORE 238 - SPECIAL TOPICS
Short Title: SPECIAL TOPICS
Department: Cntr Lang & Intercultural Comm
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Internship/Practicum, Laboratory, Lecture, Seminar, Independent Study, Lecture/Laboratory
Credit Hours: 1-4
Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to Undergraduate, Undergraduate Professional or Visiting Undergraduate level students.
Course Level: Undergraduate Lower-Level
Description: Topics and credit hours may vary each semester. Contact department for current semester's topic(s). Repeatable for Credit.
KORE 263 - SECOND YEAR KOREAN I
Short Title: SECOND YEAR KOREAN I
Department: Asian Studies
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Distribution Group: Distribution Group I
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to Undergraduate, Undergraduate Professional or Visiting Undergraduate level students.
Course Level: Undergraduate Lower-Level
Prerequisite(s): KORE 106 or KORE 142
Description: Continuation of KORE 142. Development of interactional competence in Korean (sociolinguistic and socio cultural knowledge) to communicate and interact with speakers of Korean. The course is based on a student-centered, critical-thinking approach to language analysis/acquisition. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for KORE 263 if student has credit for KORE 201/KORE 206.
KORE 264 - SECOND YEAR KOREAN II
Short Title: SECOND YEAR KOREAN II
Department: Asian Studies
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Distribution Group: Distribution Group I
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to Undergraduate, Undergraduate Professional or Visiting Undergraduate level students.
Course Level: Undergraduate Lower-Level
Prerequisite(s): KORE 263
Description: Continuation of KORE 263. Development of interactional competence in Korean (sociolinguistic and socio cultural knowledge) to communicate and interact with speakers of Korean. The course is based on a student-centered, critical-thinking approach to language analysis/acquisition. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for KORE 264 if student has credit for KORE 202/KORE 206.
KORE 301 - THIRD YEAR KOREAN I
Short Title: THIRD YEAR KOREAN I
Department: Asian Studies
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Distribution Group: Distribution Group I
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to Undergraduate, Undergraduate Professional or Visiting Undergraduate level students.
Course Level: Undergraduate Upper-Level
Prerequisite(s): KORE 206 or KORE 264
Description: Continuation of KORE 264. Emphasis on developing reading and writing ability as more authentic materials and socio-cultural topics are introduced.
KORE 302 - THIRD YEAR KOREAN II
Short Title: THIRD YEAR KOREAN II
Department: Asian Studies
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Distribution Group: Distribution Group I
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to Undergraduate, Undergraduate Professional or Visiting Undergraduate level students.
Course Level: Undergraduate Upper-Level
Prerequisite(s): KORE 301
Description: Continuation of KORE 301. Emphasis on developing reading and writing ability as more authentic materials and socio-cultural topics are introduced.
KORE 321 - UNDERSTANDING KOREAN SOCIETY AND CULTURE
Short Title: KOREAN SOCIETY AND CULTURE
Department: Asian Studies
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Distribution Group: Distribution Group I
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to Undergraduate, Undergraduate Professional or Visiting Undergraduate level students.
Course Level: Undergraduate Upper-Level
Prerequisite(s): KORE 264
Description: The course is designed to foster a nuanced understanding of how Korean historical events, linguistic uniqueness, regional variations, and societal values have interplayed to mold contemporary Korean society. By examining the evolution of literature, media, and language, students will discern a variety of changing facets of Korean culture across different regions. With a combination of interactive exercises and collaborative projects, students will progressively build their proficiency and critical discussion skills in Korean.
KORE 330 - KOREAN IN ACTION DEVELOPING INTERACTIONAL COMPETENCE
Short Title: KOREAN IN ACTION
Department: Cntr Lang & Intercultural Comm
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Distribution Group: Distribution Group I
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to Undergraduate, Undergraduate Professional or Visiting Undergraduate level students.
Course Level: Undergraduate Upper-Level
Prerequisite(s): KORE 264
Description: This course, part of the Rice in Korea program, focuses on developing advanced conversational competence in Korean through immersive experiences uniquely available in Korea. Students will engage in pragmatic and conversational tasks that leverage the local context, including interactions with host families, shopkeepers, local students, and language consultants affiliated with the host institute. These experiences will offer opportunities to practice interactions using varied speech registers and culturally informed language practices, such as relative honorifics, while navigating societal role differences.
KORE 332 - LEARNING CONVERSATIONAL KOREAN THROUGH VISUAL MEDIA
Short Title: COLLOQUIAL KOREAN THRU VISUALS
Department: Cntr Lang & Intercultural Comm
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Distribution Group: Distribution Group I
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to Undergraduate, Undergraduate Professional or Visiting Undergraduate level students.
Course Level: Undergraduate Upper-Level
Prerequisite(s): KORE 264
Description: This advanced Korean language course enhances students' conversational competence through the analysis of a wide variety of visual media, including films and webtoons, with a focus on authentic language use, pragmatics, and digital literacy. By exploring genres such as drama, comedy, action, thriller, romance, and historical works, students gain a nuanced understanding of language use in various social and communicative contexts.
KORE 401 - CURRENT ISSUES IN KOREA THROUGH MULTIMODAL TEXTS
Short Title: CURRENT ISSUES IN KOREA
Department: Asian Studies
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to Undergraduate, Undergraduate Professional or Visiting Undergraduate level students.
Course Level: Undergraduate Upper-Level
Prerequisite(s): KORE 302
Description: In this course, ‘Current Issues in Korea through Multimodal Texts’, students engage in close and critical analysis of key social, historical, and cultural events and issues portrayed in the news, articles, and popular media. Students are prepared to write essays and participate in critical discussions about the topics covered. D1 is no longer attached to this course beginning Fall 2024.
KORE 402 - KOREAN FOR BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONALS
Short Title: BUSINESS KOREAN
Department: Asian Studies
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to Undergraduate, Undergraduate Professional or Visiting Undergraduate level students.
Course Level: Undergraduate Upper-Level
Prerequisite(s): KORE 302
Description: The course delivers immersive training on the linguistic intricacies and cultural nuances of the Korean language specific to business contexts. This training ensures students can adeptly engage in both interactional and presentational forms of oral and written communication with Korean business professionals. To reinforce this training, the curriculum integrates practical role-playing exercises based on real-life business communication scenarios, which allows students meaningful exposure to and active participation in authentic professional exchanges within business settings.
KORE 477 - SPECIAL TOPICS
Short Title: SPECIAL TOPICS
Department: Cntr Lang & Intercultural Comm
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Internship/Practicum, Seminar, Lecture, Laboratory
Credit Hours: 1-4
Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to Undergraduate, Undergraduate Professional or Visiting Undergraduate level students.
Course Level: Undergraduate Upper-Level
Description: Topics and credit hours may vary each semester. Contact department for current semester's topic(s). Repeatable for Credit.