Synopses & Reviews
andlt;bandgt;This is a comprehensive and detailed introductory Korean textbook and language learning packageandlt;/bandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;iandgt;Elementary Korean, 2nd Editionandlt;/iandgt; offers a complete, systematic, and streamlined firstand#8212;ideal for university students and adult learners with plentiful dialogues, reading texts, grammar notes, and written exercises, all in andlt;iandgt;Hangulandlt;/iandgt;, the Korean alphabet. It is geared towards beginners with no prior knowledge of the language.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;This volume features:andlt;ulandgt;andlt;liandgt;An MP3 audio CD and dedicated websiteandlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt;Rich and highly nuanced examples with brand new illustrationsandlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt;Detailed but onand#8211;technical grammar notes, ample writing exercises with an accompanying answer keyandlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt;Hangul (Korean script) are used extensively throughoutandlt;/liandgt;andlt;/ulandgt;Available separately is the companion andlt;iandgt;Elementary Korean Workbookandlt;/Iandgt;. This helpful workbook will assist you in practicing and polishing your Korean language skills. Each lesson supplements the corresponding lesson in the textbook. There are ten activities per lesson, offering a range of exercises and practice opportunities to enable you to achieve proficiency in everyday, conversational Korean.
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"andlt;iandgt;Elementary Koreanandlt;/iandgt; is the golden standard for learning Korean. It is the most thorough and alland#8211;round introduction to Korean that I know of. The logical structure makes it easy to follow." and#8212; andlt;bandgt;andlt;iandgt;Perapera Language Toolsandlt;/iandgt;andlt;/bandgt;
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"The explanations of grammar are very easy to understand and very thorough. The vocabulary lists are very good as well. I just highly recommend these books because they are very easy to understand, nice hardback books with a good binding, include an audio cd, and also present good vocabulary and grammar." and#8212;andlt;bandgt;andlt;iandgt;Learnkoreanlangauge.comandlt;/iandgt;andlt;/bandgt;
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"So far the best books I've seen for self study seem to be King and Yeon's Elementary Korean. They come with CD's the workbook comes with an answer key, they get great reviews, and in general, they should serve youwell for taking you through the basics on your own." and#8212;andlt;bandgt;andlt;iandgt;Fluentforever.comandlt;/iandgt;andlt;/bandgt;
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"Comes with CD and the beginning hits you with the basics: simple phrases and hangul. Each lesson builds upon the grammar you've learned in the previous lesson so it's not hard. Well organized and easy to get through." and#8212;andlt;bandgt;andlt;iandgt;Linguajunkie.comandlt;/iandgt;andlt;/bandgt;
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"The layout makes for a digestible read; each chapter begins with a dialogue and vocabulary list, followed by grammar points and exercises. The chapters are spattered with side notes that warn about common mistakes and caveats in a given lesson. I also have the accompanying workbook, which gives a lot of good practice." and#8212;andlt;bandgt;andlt;iandgt;Goodreadsandlt;/bandgt;andlt;/iandgt;
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"I like this book because it explains the 'how' and 'when' when it comes to proper usage of Korean language grammar." and#8212;andlt;bandgt;andlt;iandgt;Saranghae Koreanandlt;/iandgt;andlt;/bandgt;
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"I would definitely recommend this book to serious independent learners and teachers who are giving Beginner level classes." and#8212;andlt;bandgt;andlt;iandgt;Language Trainersandlt;/iandgt;andlt;/bandgt;
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"Elementary Korean's clear in-depth treatment will undoubtedly propel the beginner learner forward in their quest to master the Korean languageandhellip;" and#8212;andlt;bandgt;andlt;iandgt;Loving Koreanandlt;/iandgt;andlt;/bandgt;
Synopsis
Includes Audio CD.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;This new edition of andlt;iandgt;Elementary Koreanandlt;/iandgt; is the most comprehensive and detailed introductory Korean textbook available. Perfect for a first-year university-level course or for the independent language learner, with no prior knowledge of the language necessary.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;A new formatand#8212;now with dozens of illustrationsand#8212;presents vocabulary, grammar, conversations and exercises that make Korean accessible and understandable. The new edition also includes corrections and some new content, such as new vocabulary and exercises.
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This is a comprehensive and detailed introductory Korean textbook and language learning package. Korean is now the 15th most popular language taught at American universities. This new edition of Elementary Korean, the most comprehensive and detailed introductory Korean textbook available, offers beginning learners of Korean everything they need to learn the language effectively. Perfect for a first-year university-level course use or for the independent language learner. No prior knowledge of the language is necessary.
The new format, now with dozens of illustrations, presents Korean vocabulary and Korean grammar in an accessible and understandable manner while extensive conversations and exercises help to reinforce the Korean language and build reading and listening comprehension.
This edition includes: - An MP3 audio CD and dedicated website.
- Rich and highly nuanced examples with brand new illustrations.
- Detailed but on-technical grammar notes, ample writing exercises with an accompanying answer key.
- Detailed examples of authentic dialogue.
- Highly technical grammar notes.
- Plenty of writing practice.
Dialogues, reading texts, and written exercises are in Hangul, the Korean alphabet, so students are quickly able to read and write authentic Korean. Layered lessons are designed to build on each other, making Korean easy to learn from the most popular introductory Korean language textbook available. Included is a revised audio CD that helps learners to speak like a native, and a web-based practice component through the University of British Columbia that can help students to learn Korean even beyond the pages of this book. According to the Modern Language Association, enrollment in Korean in American universities is growing rapidly.
Available separately is the companion
Elementary Korean Workbook. This helpful workbook will assist you in practicing and polishing your Korean language skills. Each lesson supplements the corresponding lesson in the textbook. There are ten activities per lesson, offering a range of exercises and practice opportunities to enable you to achieve proficiency in everyday, conversational Korean.
Synopsis
Includes 74-minute audio CD.
This textbook offers a complete first year course for learning Korean. Loosely based on Beginning Korean by Martin and Lee, it includes updated dialogues, grammar notes, and transcription in the Han'gul character system.
The main objective of this book is competence in spoken Korean through a streamlined introduction to the fundamental patterns of the language. Based on the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines, this book will provide students with an Intermediate-Low to Intermediate-Mid proficiency level. Reading passages enhance the lessons.
Synopsis
The most comprehensive and popular introductory Korean language textbook available
Synopsis
A complete first-year course for learning Korean.
Synopsis
Includes Audio CD.
This new edition of Elementary Korean is the most comprehensive and detailed introductory Korean textbook available. Perfect for a first-year university-level course or for the independent language learner, with no prior knowledge of the language necessary.
A new format—now with dozens of illustrations—presents vocabulary, grammar, conversations and exercises that make Korean accessible and understandable. The new edition also includes corrections and some new content, such as new vocabulary and exercises.
About the Author
andlt;bandgt;Ross King, Ph.D.andlt;bandgt;, is Professor of Korean and Head of the Department of Asian Studies at the University of British Columbia. He completed his B.A. in Linguistics at Yale and his doctorate in Linguistics (Korean) at Harvard.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;bandgt;Jaehoon Yeon, Ph.D.andlt;/bandgt;, is Professor of Korean Language and Linguistics and Chair of the Centre of Korean Studies at the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), University of London. He has published many books and articles on Korean grammar and linguistics.