Learning Journal #6 (105)

[Jeffrey Choi]

Knowing a language's history can be beneficial in learning the language. For example. the Korean language uses an alphabet called Hangul. Chinese characters have an influence in Hangul and it is possible to find similarities in the language. If one were proficient in Chinese and had the mentality that there are similarities, he or she might find it easier to learn Korean. Learning the target language's history and how it was created can provide insightful information on the culture and the different influences the language might have taken in. If one were to understand these influences, he or she might be able to create associations with the target language and its influences to create an easier path in learning the culture and language.