As you all know one of my main aims for the summer is to LEARN ME SOME KOREAN however learning a language, especially on your own, like me, can be incredibly daunting. That's why, I'm here today to give you guys some of my TOP 5 helpful resources for korean language learning!
5. MUSIC
One reason many people want to learn korean is because they are in love with k-pop and the awesomeness that is [insert epic group/singer here *cough* BIGBANG *cough*]. Listening to korean music can help when learning korean as when you hear words you have learnt you are able to really familiarise yourself with them and it is also a great feeling knowing that you've actually learnt something and remembered it! Now, k-pop isn't the only type of korean music there is. You can find a wide variety of awesome music from Leessang to 10cm to The Koxx. The internet is your friend- use it!
4. DRAMAS/VARIETY SHOWS/KOREAN TV
Not only are they highly addictive, they really are great fun. Look forward to cliché storylines, epic music and some pretty awesome eye-candy! ^^ Watching tv shows is also great for helping with pronunciation and learning more about korean culture. I love watching Running Man as it's just so funny and the cast members have interesting individual personalities.
3. TEXTBOOKS
Back to the old fashioned way. This can be a great way to learn the finer points of a language, though of course nothing can really replace a native language teacher. Watch this space as I try out different textbooks throughout the summer.
2. YOUTUBE
Ever heard the saying you can learn anything on youtube, well it turns out learning korean is not an exception! There are so many awesome channels out there that are great for watching between lessons to make korean learning a lot more fun. ^^ Check out my guide to learning korean with youtube here.
1. ONLINE COURSES
Now this is probably my favourite way to learn due to the structure such courses provide. Main downfalls people face when learning a language on their own are lack of motivation and lack of time/organisation. With a good online course it is easier to structure your time and completing levels gives people awesome motivation as they can really SEE what they've learnt. You can also learn as part of a community and really interact with other people learning korean just like you.
My favouites include:
TTMIK
Sogang Korean Programme
KoreanClass 101
KBS World
TIP: I would say that it may be better to learn hangul (the korean alaphabet) after you have learnt a few phrases like: hello, thank you, yes, no etc. just so that when you do, it will be easier and you will have words to practice with. Check out this excellent site by Indiana University when you do LEARN HANGUL!
I would love to hear how you love to learn, and also feel free to ask me questions which I will be sure to answer!
One reason many people want to learn korean is because they are in love with k-pop and the awesomeness that is [insert epic group/singer here *cough* BIGBANG *cough*]. Listening to korean music can help when learning korean as when you hear words you have learnt you are able to really familiarise yourself with them and it is also a great feeling knowing that you've actually learnt something and remembered it! Now, k-pop isn't the only type of korean music there is. You can find a wide variety of awesome music from Leessang to 10cm to The Koxx. The internet is your friend- use it!4. DRAMAS/VARIETY SHOWS/KOREAN TV
Not only are they highly addictive, they really are great fun. Look forward to cliché storylines, epic music and some pretty awesome eye-candy! ^^ Watching tv shows is also great for helping with pronunciation and learning more about korean culture. I love watching Running Man as it's just so funny and the cast members have interesting individual personalities.3. TEXTBOOKS
Back to the old fashioned way. This can be a great way to learn the finer points of a language, though of course nothing can really replace a native language teacher. Watch this space as I try out different textbooks throughout the summer.
2. YOUTUBE
Ever heard the saying you can learn anything on youtube, well it turns out learning korean is not an exception! There are so many awesome channels out there that are great for watching between lessons to make korean learning a lot more fun. ^^ Check out my guide to learning korean with youtube here.
1. ONLINE COURSES
Now this is probably my favourite way to learn due to the structure such courses provide. Main downfalls people face when learning a language on their own are lack of motivation and lack of time/organisation. With a good online course it is easier to structure your time and completing levels gives people awesome motivation as they can really SEE what they've learnt. You can also learn as part of a community and really interact with other people learning korean just like you.
My favouites include:
TTMIK
Sogang Korean Programme
KoreanClass 101
KBS World
TIP: I would say that it may be better to learn hangul (the korean alaphabet) after you have learnt a few phrases like: hello, thank you, yes, no etc. just so that when you do, it will be easier and you will have words to practice with. Check out this excellent site by Indiana University when you do LEARN HANGUL!
I would love to hear how you love to learn, and also feel free to ask me questions which I will be sure to answer!
안녕!
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