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SDLC 112 - Cultural Post #2

For my second artifact, I will be discussing a more recent trend that perfectly reveals how the Korean localization of “Dubai Chocolate” turned into a massive global trend. A food item known as “Dubai Chewy Cookie” or…
Mar 29
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SDLC 112 - Cultural Post #1

For my first cultural post, I will be discussing the cultural significance of chimaek (“치맥”) otherwise known as chicken and beer. This is a combination that is widely enjoyed within the Korean community and a meal that…
Mar 28
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SDLC111 - Learning Journal #4

As I come to reflect on my last and final learning journal, I think that I was able to build off a lot of my skills since starting from SDLC105. While the topics that I target are relatively similar, I feel as though…
Dec 11, 2025
Jeremy Um commented on Janice Park’s status
"I think jjimjilbang's as you mentioned is truly an experience that is unique to Korea. Having been able to experience one, I can definitely agree that it is an experience like no other. Being able to commune and share a space with other people in a…"
Dec 10, 2025
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"Food-related vocabulary was something that I have not explored yet and something I might add to my list! It indeed does sound like a fun activity that makes learning unfamiliar vocabulary more interesting. Starting a vocabulary journal was something…"
Dec 10, 2025
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"Dynamir and realtime conversations were something that I also found to be extremley helpful in developing my Korean speaking skills! Feedback on pronounciation, gramar, and vocabulary are also aspects that my language partner provides and I found to…"
Dec 10, 2025
Jeremy Um commented on Yeseul Jun’s status
"I hundred percent agree with your comment about flow. Oftentimes we associate fluency with accuracy but I also truly believe that the level of fluidity you have in your statements and speech contributes more towards fluency. Being able to seamlessly…"
Dec 10, 2025
Jeremy Um commented on Janice Park’s status
"Great topic! Although I am mainly aware of more mainstream Korean music and media such as kpop or krnb, it was super interesting to read about gugak. Han is definitley an intersting topic and I was unaware that there was a deep emotional resonance…"
Dec 10, 2025
Jeremy Um commented on Samuel Lee’s status
"Its very interesting to see that most of our acquisition of the Korean language came when we were kids. Its amazing how the brain works in such interesting ways. Now that I think about it, I also think that most of my Korean skills stuck with me…"
Dec 10, 2025
Jeremy Um commented on Samuel Lee’s status
"I agree with your insight on how the language is tied to your identity. Growing up Korean-American, I've grown to appreciate the beauty of the Korean language, studying Korean through this course. With English as my main primary language, studying…"
Dec 10, 2025
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"Its interesting that you thought that speaking is easier than reading or writing. Although I agree with you sometimes, I also believe that reading and writing can be easier in the sense that you have time to collect your thoughts and organize it a…"
Dec 10, 2025
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"I think it was very interesting to learn that Korea has fewer doctors per person than most developed countries. Considering how advanced healthcare is in Korea and how developed the country is, I would have expected the opposite. This leads me to…"
Dec 10, 2025
Jeremy Um commented on Joyce Kim’s status
"I agree with your take on honorifics as that was an area of focus in my studies this semester. I think that because honorifics is such a deeply integrated part of the Korean language, we will see it no matter the subject of the conversation and…"
Dec 10, 2025
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SDLC111 - Podcast
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RlOyQAxxDuOzgcb5GbAuA8Dh9up7OcbJ/v...
Dec 10, 2025
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SDLC111 - Final Presentation
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1OONYUFJhBWJSq7JbkmgcFs-uwXT...
Dec 10, 2025
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SDLC111 - Learning Journal #3

For my third learning journal, I will be discussing some of the more general use practical methods that my language partner and I incorporated during our meeting sessions to improve on my overall fluency. First, we…
Dec 10, 2025
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Discussion #10

If I got a research grant to study Chinese, I’d focus on how tones actually affect understanding in real spoken conversation. When learning, tones feel like everything, but I wonder if native speakers rely more on context than perfect pronunciation, especially since all of the tones sound so similar. I’m curious about this as one of my friends who is teaching me Mandarin doesn't use tones at all, despite growing up in China. He says that they aren't needed to be understood. To start, I’d record conversations between native speakers and also between native speakers and learners. Then I’d look at moments where tones are used incorrectly and see if communication still works. I’d want to know when tone mistakes actually cause confusion vs when people just figure it out anyway. The structural components from class would be the main part of the study. For phonology, I’d focus on tones and pronunciation. For syntax, I’d look at how simple sentence structure might help make up for tone…

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Started by Grayson Charlton in Spring 2025 Ning Discussion Posts
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Language learning #3

Over the past two weeks, my language learning has shifted from the memorization of isolated vocabulary toward the structural "glue" that gives the Korean language its unique narrative flow. My primary tasks involved a deep dive into sentence-final endings and the various connecting components that link clauses, alongside a necessary review of complex pronunciation rules. My objective was to move beyond simple, declarative sentences to create more sophisticated thoughts that reflect a natural speaking rhythm. To achieve this, I utilized a combination of grammar-focused drills and the shadowing technique, using digital resources to visualize how "조사 josa" (particles) and "어미 eomi" (endings) function as the architecture of a sentence.Through this process, I have found that while my understanding of the mechanical rules for connecting components—such as the difference between "and" (-고) and "but" (-지만)—has improved significantly, applying them in real-time remains a challenge. During…

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Started by Krystal Lin in Spring 2025 Ning Discussion Posts
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Culture #3

Since recently it is the season of cherry blossom, I searched on youtube for Korean News on cherry blossom. The transition of seasons in South Korea is not merely a change in weather; it is a synchronized national event defined by the arrival of the cherry blossoms, or beot-kkot. Watching the news report from tv 뉴시스 regarding the 2026 bloom forecast, I was struck by the intense, almost tactical urgency with which the country prepares for spring. In many cultures, the blooming of flowers is a passive backdrop to daily life, but in Korea, it is treated as a high-stakes cultural phenomenon. The report meticulously tracks the "Cherry Blossom Front" as it moves from Jeju Island on March 20th up to Seoul by early April, illustrating a society that is deeply attuned to the fleeting rhythm of nature.As a mid-level learner from a Chinese linguistic background, I find the cultural "vibe" surrounding these blossoms to be a fascinating study in social agreement. The news artifact highlights the…

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Started by Krystal Lin in Spring 2025 Culture Posts
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Discussion #10

If I were awarded a research grant, I would investigate "The Negotiation of Social Distance in Digital Korean." As a mid-level learner from a Chinese linguistic background, I am fascinated by how the rigid social hierarchies of the Korean language translate into the fast-paced, often "invisible" world of digital communication like KakaoTalk or community forums.My investigation would start by collecting a corpus of text-based interactions between native speakers and learners. I want to explore "Honorific Dissonance"—the moments where a learner might use a formal verb ending but fail to use the correct honorific noun or particle. In a digital space, does this "vertical agreement" become more or less important? My research would examine whether the lack of face-to-face cues makes learners rely more heavily on the "structural shields" of formal grammar, or if the speed of typing encourages them to take risks with particle omission, a common trait in native casual writing.In my work, the…

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Started by Krystal Lin in Spring 2025 Ning Discussion Posts
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