Due by 5pm on Sunday, February 9: Discussion Post #3 on the Ning

I think to learn Korean it would be beneficial to incorporate various linguistic and interdisciplinary perspectives in order to gain a more comprehensive understanding of my target language. Since topics such as phonetics, phonology, syntax, and semantics make up the core layer of language learning, it would be the first step to building a deeper understanding of my target language. In order to get better in those areas, I can incorporate studies on basic phonetics and phonology in order to develop better pronunciation and intonation. For syntax and semantics, I think one meaningful way to improve is to read more to better understand the important Korean subject-object-verb relationship. I could incorporate memory or recall tricks in order to better store information and optimize memory retention. I think I would prefer this disciplinary approach and also sociolinguistics and pragmatics where I can learn socially conditioned and understood Korean language norms.I think one way to incorporate it into my learning would be to engage in speaking with native speakers or consuming Korean media to encounter various social interactions.I think by incorporating these interdisciplinary approaches into a structured learning plan, it will help to approach language in a more nuanced manner. Where I don’t just limit my learning to one method but try out different trajectories and paths to see which is best for me.

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Yeseul Jun February 7, 2025 at 10:44pm

I think to learn Korean it would be beneficial to incorporate various linguistic and interdisciplinary perspectives in order to gain a more comprehensive understanding of my target language. Since topics such as phonetics, phonology, syntax, and semantics make up the core layer of language learning, it would be the first step to building a deeper understanding of my target language. In order to get better in those areas, I can incorporate studies on basic phonetics and phonology in order to develop better pronunciation and intonation. For syntax and semantics, I think one meaningful way to improve is to read more to better understand the important Korean subject-object-verb relationship. I could incorporate memory or recall tricks in order to better store information and optimize memory retention. I think I would prefer this disciplinary approach and also sociolinguistics and pragmatics where I can learn socially conditioned and understood Korean language norms.I think one way to incorporate it into my learning would be to engage in speaking with native speakers or consuming Korean media to encounter various social interactions.I think by incorporating these interdisciplinary approaches into a structured learning plan, it will help to approach language in a more nuanced manner. Where I don’t just limit my learning to one method but try out different trajectories and paths to see which is best for me.
- Sanjna Kaul > Yeseul Jun April 29, 2025 at 5:44pm
  
  I agree with what Josh said, and I also think it could be helpful to not just do both grammar study and real-world study, but to apply your grammar lessons to your engagement with media! For example, noticing and marking syntax or grammar as you read news articles or listen to KDramas.
- Josh Pantaloni > Yeseul Jun April 20, 2025 at 8:23pm
  
  I really like your approach! Bringing in both linguistic structure and social context makes a lot of sense, especially for a language like Korean. Mixing things like syntax study with real-world conversations sounds like a great way to build both fluency and cultural awareness.

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