Expanding on Korean 1, Korean 2 further explores the practical and fundamental aspects of daily language use. It teaches students to engage in short dialogues and narrate short stories using diverse sentence structures, particles, and tenses for everyday situations. Students can expand their vocabulary and grammatical proficiency as well as their oral and written communicative skills. Task-based conversational themes include travel plans, health discussions, giving advice, making requests, and more. Additionally, students gain insights into traditional and contemporary Korean society through the exploration of tourist destinations and customs in Korea. Successful completion of this course prepares students for a lower-intermediate level of Korean proficiency.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- Read and write the Korean alphabet with confidence.
- Use an active vocabulary of around 750 items.
- Recognise and apply in conversation and writing a broad range of
sentence structures and tenses for everyday situations.
- Communicate in speech and writing on topics related, but not limited, to their personal or family situation, leisure, shopping, and travel.
- Demonstrate a foundational knowledge of Korean geography and everyday customs.
Examination Material or equipment
Written exams:
In-person examination. Students are not allowed to bring any materials (textbook, workbook, and any handouts) into the exam except for a pen.
Oral exams:
Students are required to read the oral exam information on Canvas.
Required Resources
Available both in print and as eBooks:
1) SNU Korean+ 1B Student's Book. SNU Language Education Center, 2022. ISBN: 9788952131188
2) SNU Korean+ 1B Workbook. SNU Language Education Center, 2022. ISBN: 9788952131201
Students are expected to have all required textbooks by the beginning of Week 1. If students encounter any difficulties obtaining the required textbooks on time, they are advised to contact the course convenor as early as possible.
Paperback Version:
- Amazon Australia
- eBay
- Abbey’s Bookshop – Search for “Seoul National University Korean Plus”
- Kyobo Bookstore (Korean only, desktop version): www.kyobobook.co.kr
- Books on Korea: www.booksonkorea.com
E-Book Version
- HangloE: https://hangloe.com/snukorean/main#
- Aladin (Korean only): https://www.aladin.co.kr/
- YES24 (Korean only): https://www.yes24.com/
Staff Feedback
Students will be given feedback in the following forms in this course:
- Written comments
- Verbal comments
- Feedback to the whole class, to groups, to individuals, focus groups
Student Feedback
ANU is committed to the demonstration of educational excellence and regularly seeks feedback from students. Students are encouraged to offer feedback directly to their Course Convener or through their College and Course representatives (if applicable). The feedback given in these surveys is anonymous and provides the Colleges, University Education Committee and Academic Board with opportunities to recognise excellent teaching, and opportunities for improvement. The Surveys and Evaluation website provides more information on student surveys at ANU and reports on the feedback provided on ANU courses.Class Schedule
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1 | Course overview + Lesson 9: ?? Hospital
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2 | Lesson 9: ?? Hospital
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3 | Lesson 10: ?? ?? Korean Life
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4 | Lesson 11: ?? Transportation
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5 | Lesson 12: ?? Telephone
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7 | Review + Lesson 13: ?? ?? Clothes & Appearances
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8 | Lesson 13: ?? ?? Clothes & Appearances
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9 | Lesson 14: ??? ?? Invitation & Plans
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10 | Lesson 15: ?? Family
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11 | Lesson 16: ?? Travel
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Tutorial Registration
Students are required to register a tutorial on My Timetable.
Assessment Summary
Assessment task | Value | Due Date | Learning Outcomes |
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Participation (10%) | 10 % | * | 1,2,3,4,5 |
Storybook Project (10%) | 10 % | 07/09/2025 | 1,2,3,4,5 |
Mid-term Oral Exam (15%) | 15 % | 29/08/2025 | 2,3,4,5 |
Mid-term Written Exam (20%) | 20 % | 26/08/2025 | 2,3,4,5 |
Final Oral Exam (20%) | 20 % | 15/11/2025 | 1,2,3,4,5 |
Final Written Exam (25%) | 25 % | 15/11/2025 | 1,2,3,4,5 |
* If the Due Date and Return of Assessment date are blank, see the Assessment Tab for specific Assessment Task details
Policies
ANU has educational policies, procedures and guidelines, which are designed to ensure that staff and students are aware of the University’s academic standards, and implement them. Students are expected to have read the Academic Misconduct Rule before the commencement of their course. Other key policies and guidelines include:- Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure
- Special Assessment Consideration Policy and General Information
- Student Surveys and Evaluations
- Deferred Examinations
- Student Complaint Resolution Policy and Procedure
Assessment Requirements
The ANU is using Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the ANU Online website Students may choose not to submit assessment items through Turnitin. In this instance you will be required to submit, alongside the assessment item itself, hard copies of all references included in the assessment item.Moderation of Assessment
Marks that are allocated during Semester are to be considered provisional until formalised by the College examiners meeting at the end of each Semester. If appropriate, some moderation of marks might be applied prior to final results being released.Participation
Attendance is an essential component of this course. Students are required to attend all five hours of class each week.
All students are also expected to engage fully in classroom exercises.
Examination(s)
Please note that students edging too close to a Fail at the end of the course (45-49) may not be automatically admitted to Korean 2. Their admission to Korean 3 will be pending the successful completion of a supplementary assessment.
Assessment Task 1
Learning Outcomes: 1,2,3,4,5
Participation (10%)
Pre-Class Participation (5%)
To prepare for class, students must read the pre-lecture slides and submit the assigned workbook exercises by 9:00 PM on Sunday, before starting the lesson.
Students must self-correct their exercises and upload scanned pages of the corrected work to the designated class folder (file name example: KOR2-Lesson9-1 First.LastName.pdf).
Handwritten essays must be submitted as PDF files (not as .png, .jpg, or Word documents). Late or poorly corrected submissions will result in mark deductions.
In-Class Participation (5%)
Active participation in lectures and tutorials is a vital part of this course. Your participation mark will be based on the quality of your contributions, not merely your attendance. Participation is not assessed on accuracy, so making mistakes is recognised as a valuable part of the learning process.
Notes:
- Students who arrive more than 10 minutes late or leave early without prior notice will be marked absent, which may affect their participation grade.
- Students who miss more than three tutorials without prior notice will receive a 1% deduction from their total participation mark for each additional absence.
- If a student cannot attend class on time, they should notify the instructor in advance.
- Students with Education Access Plans (EAPs) are encouraged to speak with the instructor at the beginning of the semester.
Assessment Task 2
Learning Outcomes: 1,2,3,4,5
Storybook Project (10%)
Students will explore multimedia books and create a digital storybook.
This task is designed to develop students’ language skills and digital storytelling abilities through engagement with authentic Korean content.
Further details will be provided at the beginning of the semester.
- Due date: Sunday, 7 September
Assessment Task 3
Learning Outcomes: 2,3,4,5
Mid-term Oral Exam (15%)
Students will have interviews with their instructor. The interview will assess their ability to listen and speak spontaneously on various topics.
All students will be required to sign up for the oral interview schedule on Canvas. Further details will be provided in weeks 3-4.
- Date: Week 6
- Duration: 5-10 minutes
NB: If students cannot participate in the mid-term oral exam, they must inform the lecturer at least 24 hours before the scheduled date and provide the necessary documentation to request an extension for taking the supplementary oral exam.
Assessment Task 4
Learning Outcomes: 2,3,4,5
Mid-term Written Exam (20%)
• Date: Week 6
• Duration: 50 minutes (Please ensure you arrive on time for exams. No additional time will be provided if you are late.)
The mid-term exam will cover material from weeks 1–6. During the midterm exam, students will be assessed on vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, listening, etc. The exam will include various question formats, such as short and long answer questions, listening and reading comprehension, translation, and writing.
Assessment Task 5
Learning Outcomes: 1,2,3,4,5
Final Oral Exam (20%)
Students will have interviews with their instructor. The interview will assess their ability to listen and speak spontaneously on various topics.
All students will be required to sign up for the oral interview schedule on Canvas. Further details will be provided in weeks 9-10.
- Date: Week 12
- Duration: 5-10 minutes
NB: If students cannot participate in the final oral exam, they must inform the lecturer at least 24 hours before the scheduled date and provide the necessary documentation to request an extension for taking the supplementary oral exam.
Assessment Task 6
Learning Outcomes: 1,2,3,4,5
Final Written Exam (25%)
• Date: Exam Period
• Duration: 2 hours (Please ensure you arrive on time for exams. Late arrivals will not be granted extra time to complete the exam.)
The final written exam covers material learned throughout the semester and is held during the final examination period.
This exam will assess students' proficiency in vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, listening, and their ability to organise ideas in writing. The exam will feature a variety of question formats, including short and long answer questions, listening and reading comprehension, translation, and writing.
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is a core part of our culture as a community of scholars. At its heart, academic integrity is about behaving ethically. This means that all members of the community commit to honest and responsible scholarly practice and to upholding these values with respect and fairness. The Australian National University commits to embedding the values of academic integrity in our teaching and learning. We ensure that all members of our community understand how to engage in academic work in ways that are consistent with, and actively support academic integrity. The ANU expects staff and students to uphold high standards of academic integrity and act ethically and honestly, to ensure the quality and value of the qualification that you will graduate with. The University has policies and procedures in place to promote academic integrity and manage academic misconduct. Visit the following Academic honesty & plagiarism website for more information about academic integrity and what the ANU considers academic misconduct. The ANU offers a number of services to assist students with their assignments, examinations, and other learning activities. The Academic Skills and Learning Centre offers a number of workshops and seminars that you may find useful for your studies.Online Submission
The ANU uses Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. While the use of Turnitin is not mandatory, the ANU highly recommends Turnitin is used by both teaching staff and students. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the ANU Online website.Hardcopy Submission
For some forms of assessment (hand written assignments, art works, laboratory notes, etc.) hard copy submission is appropriate when approved by the Associate Dean (Education). Hard copy submissions must utilise the Assignment Cover Sheet. Please keep a copy of tasks completed for your records.Late Submission
Late submission of assessment tasks without an extension are penalised at the rate of 5% of the possible marks available per working day or part thereof. Late submission of assessment tasks is not accepted after 10 working days after the due date, or on or after the date specified in the course outline for the return of the assessment item. Late submission is not accepted for take-home examinations.
Referencing Requirements
Accepted academic practice for referencing sources that you use in presentations can be found via the links on the Wattle site, under the file named “ANU and College Policies, Program Information, Student Support Services and Assessment”. Alternatively, you can seek help through the Students Learning Development website.Extensions and Penalties
Extensions and late submission of assessment pieces are covered by the Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure The Course Convener may grant extensions for assessment pieces that are not examinations or take-home examinations. If you need an extension, you must request an extension in writing on or before the due date. If you have documented and appropriate medical evidence that demonstrates you were not able to request an extension on or before the due date, you may be able to request it after the due date.Privacy Notice
The ANU has made a number of third party, online, databases available for students to use. Use of each online database is conditional on student end users first agreeing to the database licensor’s terms of service and/or privacy policy. Students should read these carefully. In some cases student end users will be required to register an account with the database licensor and submit personal information, including their: first name; last name; ANU email address; and other information. In cases where student end users are asked to submit ‘content’ to a database, such as an assignment or short answers, the database licensor may only use the student’s ‘content’ in accordance with the terms of service — including any (copyright) licence the student grants to the database licensor. Any personal information or content a student submits may be stored by the licensor, potentially offshore, and will be used to process the database service in accordance with the licensors terms of service and/or privacy policy. If any student chooses not to agree to the database licensor’s terms of service or privacy policy, the student will not be able to access and use the database. In these circumstances students should contact their lecturer to enquire about alternative arrangements that are available.Distribution of grades policy
Academic Quality Assurance Committee monitors the performance of students, including attrition, further study and employment rates and grade distribution, and College reports on quality assurance processes for assessment activities, including alignment with national and international disciplinary and interdisciplinary standards, as well as qualification type learning outcomes. Since first semester 1994, ANU uses a grading scale for all courses. This grading scale is used by all academic areas of the University.Support for students
The University offers students support through several different services. You may contact the services listed below directly or seek advice from your Course Convener, Student Administrators, or your College and Course representatives (if applicable).- ANU Health, safety & wellbeing for medical services, counselling, mental health and spiritual support
- ANU Diversity and inclusion for students with a disability or ongoing or chronic illness
- ANU Dean of Students for confidential, impartial advice and help to resolve problems between students and the academic or administrative areas of the University
- ANU Academic Skills and Learning Centre supports you make your own decisions about how you learn and manage your workload.
- ANU Counselling Centre promotes, supports and enhances mental health and wellbeing within the University student community.
- ANUSA supports and represents undergraduate and ANU College students
- PARSA supports and represents postgraduate and research students
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