Korean Culture and History Class
Learn all about Korean culture, language, and history in this interactive 2 part class, including topics on Kpop, Kdrama, food, holidays, travel and more!
Maya
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(44)
What's included
2 live meetings
2 in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 6 - 9
Description: Join us for an exciting journey into the vibrant world of Korean culture and history! In this interactive class designed for middle to high school students, we'll explore various aspects of Korean society, including its fascinating history, language, cuisine, transportation, and more. Get ready to immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and flavors of Korea as we embark on a two-hour adventure filled with fun and learning. Topics Covered: Class 1 Geography Weather and Seasons Culture History TV and Drama Music Class 2: Topics Covered: Food Language Education Fashion Holidays Transportation Students' Choice: Open discussion and Q&A session where students can request further information on any topic of interest Get ready to discover the richness and diversity of Korean culture in this dynamic and engaging class series!
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum2 Lessons
over 2 WeeksLesson 1:
Class 1: Geography, Culture, History and Music
Geography: Exploration of Korea's geographical features and regions
Weather and Seasons: Understanding Korea's climate and seasonal changes
Culture: Introduction to traditional customs and etiquette, and daily life
History: Introduction to ancient civilizations and dynastic periods, Japanese Occupation, the Korean War, and North Korea
TV and Drama: Overview of popular K-dramas and movies
Music: Introduction to K-pop and its global phenomenon, the Hallyu Wave 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Class 2: Food, Language, Holidays and Student Choice Topic
Food: Exploration of popular Korean dishes and dining customs
Language: Basic introduction to the Korean alphabet (Hangul)
Education: Learn about the school system in Korea and its differences from Western education
Fashion: Introduction to traditional and modern Korean fashion trends
Holidays: Introduction to major Korean holidays and their significance
Transportation: Overview of Korea's modern transportation system
Students' Choice: Open discussion and Q&A session where students can request 60 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Please be advised that our Korean class for middle school and high school students will cover sensitive topics such as the Korean War, Japanese occupation, and North Korea. Rest assured, our approach will be age-appropriate, with general explanations tailored for young learners. Topics won't contain graphic or inappropriate details.
While we aim to provide balanced perspectives and foster understanding, we encourage parents to engage in open conversations with their children and offer additional support and guidance as needed. Thank you for your cooperation.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
For historical topics, I refer to government institutes, museums and other educational organizations in Korea. We will not visit these websites during class, but I will provide a general historical overview from these sources. I have visited these museums in person as well and taken university classes in Korean history. As a reminder, this is not solely a history class. I do not go into advanced depth into history, and will just give a general overview.
Sources:
National Institute of Korea History: https://www.history.go.kr/en/main/main.do
National Museum of Korea: https://www.museum.go.kr/site/eng/home
National Hangul Museum: https://www.hangeul.go.kr/lang/en/
War Memorial Museum of Korea: https://www.warmemo.or.kr:8443/Eng/index
Lotte World Folk Museum: https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/svc/whereToGo/locIntrdn/locIntrdnList.do?vcontsId=111378&menuSn=351
Places Visited as Source Study:
Gwanghwamun Palace, all museums listed above, Seoul, Busan, Incheon, Great Wall of Suwon , the DMZ (Demilitarizoned Zone) of North and South Korea
Other: I will use my experience personally working with Korean defectors, Korean War survivors, families, classmates, coworkers, schools and friends for 2.5 years to discuss history and culture as well.
I have also studied Korean language and culture at the places listed below:
KAIST Language Center
Daejeon Foreigner Support Center Korean Classes
TaLK (Teach and Learn in Korea = Korean Government scholarship, included classes for me to learn more about the country)
Daedeok Elementary School in Dangjin, Korea
Chungdahm Learning Institute in Daejeon, Korea
People for Successful Corean Reunification (PSCORE) organization
Teacher expertise and credentials
Washington Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Bachelor's Degree from Eastern Washington University
Hello Parents and Students!
It's nice to meet you. My name is Maya and thank you for your interest in my class. From 2021-2023 I was lucky enough to have lived in Korea for 2.5 years, during which I fully immersed myself in the language and culture through work, Korean language study, and daily life. Navigating relationships with Korean coworkers, and bosses, living with Korean roommates, and experiencing daily life up close provided me with invaluable insights into Korean life.
Moreover, I had the privilege of working with North Korean defectors, teaching them English to help them integrate into South Korean society. Additionally, I worked at a public elementary school in Korea on a government-sponsored scholarship, gaining valuable experience in the Korean education system.
With this diverse background, I am excited to share my knowledge and passion for Korean language and culture with my students, offering them an authentic and immersive learning experience.
Study Experience:
KAIST Language Center Korean Studies (KAIST - Korea University of Science and Technology)
Daejeon Foreigner Support Center Korean Classes
Work Experience:
TaLK (Teach and Learn in Korea government scholarship) - ESL Teacher at Daedeok Elementary School in Dangjin, Korea
People for Successful Corean Reunification (PSCORE) volunteer - ESL teacher for North Korean refugees
Chungdahm Learning Institute - Elementary-Middle School ESL Instructor
Travel Experience:
Seoul, Busan, Daejeon, Gyeongju, Incheon, Dangjin, Yeosu, Gwangju, Suwon, Dangjin, Sejong, Goyang, Boseong, the DMZ (Demilitarizoned Zone)
Reviews
Live Group Class
$15
weekly1x per week, 2 weeks
60 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-16
2-6 learners per class
