Annie Hankin replied to Gareth Woo's discussion Learning Journal - Gareth (relearns) Malay
"I like how you really honed in on your goal of improving casualness and locality in your Malay abilities. I admire how you also incorprated your new skills into various settings other than the cooking situations. It shows that you are really…"
May 13, 2025
Annie Hankin replied to Gareth Woo's discussion Learning Journal - Gareth (relearns) Malay
"It's good to see that you have maintained your study strategies and applied them to improve your casual Malay. I too have stuck with my strategies while revising my goals. Like working in my language book, attending the online lessons, and utilizing…"
May 13, 2025
Annie Hankin replied to Gareth Woo's discussion Learning Journal - Gareth (relearns) Malay
"It sounds like you had a lot of goal revisions with acquiring a more casual level of Malay in February. I like that you challenged yourself while still being able to have fun and experience the culture in the most accessible way depsite being on the…"
May 13, 2025
Annie Hankin replied to Gareth Woo's discussion Learning Journal - Gareth (relearns) Malay
"I also was surprised at first by the self directed course as well when if first started. I also applied similar learning techniques like learnign through youtube, TV, and other media. I find it interesting that you decided to pursue malay despite…"
May 13, 2025
Annie Hankin replied to Gareth Woo's discussion Cultural Post #2 - Kepentingan masak dengan kawan dan maksud hidangan tradisional Cina, Yee Sang/Yusheng
"that's really great you seem to have found a community of people to celebrate Yee Sang/Yusheng with. How did you go about finding that communiyt of people to share this celebration? how did you start the conversation of shared cultures in your…"
May 13, 2025
Annie Hankin replied to Gareth Woo's discussion Cultural Post #1 - Food (Makanan): Rojak dan Roti Canai
"Those look and sound delicious. I've always admired fusion cuisine as it celebrates them both while highlighting the beauty that can come from mixing cultures. In a way, it's pro-integration itself and highlights the innovation that comes from…"
May 13, 2025
Dalin Sao and Gareth Woo are now friends
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Final Presentation Link!

I put it up on YouTube as an unlisted video: https://youtu.be/cNg8kuhXTXM
May 2, 2025
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Podcast Link: In case it did not go through!

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QNxQr9mp834c407yQCxq8YQx6NSBuGQP/v...
May 2, 2025
Gareth Woo commented on Joanne Bong’s status
"Your progress with both Eunkyung and Kate sounds really rewarding! It's great that you're tackling specific aspects of Korean grammar like tense and spelling, which can be tricky but are so important for fluency. You seem to have learned a lot…"
May 2, 2025
Gareth Woo commented on Joyce Kim’s status
"Budae jjigae sounds delicious! I think it's really cool how much cultural and historical significance a bowl of soup can have, and I think you explained it beautifully. I especially like how you connected food to memory and emotion, and your use of…"
May 2, 2025
Gareth Woo commented on Janice Park’s status
"It's really inspiring to see you connect to your cultural roots through language at UR. It's unfortunate that UR is yet to develop a Korean LLC, yet from having SDLC 105 together, I can see your passion for learning a language. I especially liked…"
May 2, 2025
Gareth Woo commented on Janice Park’s status
"I've seen clips of gimjang, but I never realised its cultural significance! Kimchi has received global significance and popularity as more people are introduced to the unique flavors of the dish, yet I feel little is talked about the significance of…"
May 2, 2025
Gareth Woo replied to Global Studio's discussion Due by 5pm on Sunday, March 30: Discussion Post #8 on the Ning
"I love that you put examples of your writing while learning Hindi! As someone who tried learning Hindi back in highschool, I understand the challenges of adapting to a new script. It's one thing to understand the language, its another challenge to…"
May 2, 2025
Gareth Woo commented on Josh Pantaloni’s status
"I love using cooking videos to learn languages! There's a layer of intimacy that cooking brings that isn't reflected in the traditional academic ways of learning a new language. You get to use terminology and vocabulary that are likely more utilized…"
May 2, 2025
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Cultural Post #1

Artifact: Reply 1988 (Episode 1: "Hand in Hand" – The Food Sharing Sequence)For this post, I have selected the opening sequence of the drama Reply 1988 as my primary cultural artifact. Specifically, I am focusing on the scene in the first episode where the five families of the Ssangmun-dong alleyway exchange side dishes before dinner. While this is a scripted artistic production, it serves as an "authentic" representation of late-1980s South Korean social dynamics, crafted by creators who lived through the era and used historical consultants to ensure accuracy in domestic life and social etiquette. In this scene, mothers send their children to neighbor’s houses with a plate of food, only for the children to return with a different dish, creating a "food relay" that perfectly captures the communal spirit of the time.My interpretation of this artifact focuses on the Korean concept of Jeong (정). While often translated simply as "affection" or "attachment," Jeong is a complex cultural…

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Language Learning Journal #4

Episodes 10 through 13 felt like the culmination of the season, combining technical skill with everyday Korean food culture. Even as the competition reached its peak, the chefs continued to rely on familiar concepts and ingredients.One new term was 포계 (pogye), referring to poultry classification or grading. Learning this word helped me understand how precise Korean culinary language can be, especially regarding ingredient quality.Another important concept was 분식 (bunsik), which refers to casual foods like tteokbokki and kimbap. Seeing 분식 respected in a high-level competition showed that Korean cuisine values accessibility and nostalgia alongside refinement.The cooking method 조림 (jorim) appeared frequently, emphasizing patience and deep flavor absorption. I also noticed frequent use of 당근 (danggeun), or carrots, which are often used for color and balance rather than prominence.Dishes like 깨두부 (kkae-dubu) and 순대국 (sundae-guk) highlighted Korean comfort food. 깨두부 represented simplicity…

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Cultural Artifact #4 - Esports (이스포츠)

A unique aspect of modern Korean culture is its strong presence in esports, particularly through games like League of Legends. Before learning about Korean esports culture, I saw gaming mainly as a form of entertainment. However, I was surprised to discover how seriously esports is taken in Korea, where it is considered a professional and highly competitive field.My initial reaction was fascination at how organized and developed the esports scene is. Professional players train for long hours, compete in large arenas, and have dedicated fanbases. This level of structure made esports feel more like traditional sports than casual gaming. It also changed my perception of what a “career” can look like in modern society.What impressed me most is the level of discipline required. Becoming a professional esports player in Korea involves intense practice, teamwork, and strategic thinking. Players are often under significant pressure to perform well, which reflects a broader cultural emphasis…

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Cultural Artifact #3 - Parasite (기생충)

The film Parasite, directed by Bong Joon-ho, left a strong impression on me because of how it portrays class differences in a subtle but powerful way. At first, I thought it would simply be a story about two families from different economic backgrounds. However, the deeper I watched, the more complex and unsettling it became.My initial reaction was curiosity about how the poor Kim family gradually integrates themselves into the wealthy Park family’s household. At first, their actions seemed clever and even humorous. But as the story progressed, the tone became darker, revealing the underlying tension between the two classes. This shift made the film more impactful because it forced me to reconsider my initial interpretation.What impressed me most was the use of space and setting. The contrast between the Kim family’s semi-basement home and the Park family’s modern house visually represents inequality. The physical separation between “above” and “below” reinforces the idea that social…

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