The best aspects of this course included the kind and engaging professor, the class discussions, and the assignments, which were helpful for learning the language. The worst aspect of this course was that students were on different levels in their knowledge of the Korean language, which made classroom discussions and participation difficult at times. The course would improve if there were discussions outside of the class to help students really learn the vocabulary and grammar. Prospective students should know that this is a great course which is properly structured to help them become successful in learning the Korean language. Some previous background of the Korean language and culture is advised because of the level of difficulty.

The best aspects of this course included the friendly professor and the inviting class atmosphere. Students felt that they learned a lot because of the immersive aspects of this course. Since most of the class was taught in Korean, some students struggled to keep up as they had differing levels of familiarity with the language. Suggestions for improvement included increasing the number of activities and assisting students with less background knowledge of the language. Any prospective students should have taken the first-level course or have a strong understanding of the language before taking this class.

Students praised this course for being an in-depth course on Korean and for having an instructor that tried to keep al students involved. Perceived issues with the course focused primarily on a feeling from multiple students that there was a significant difference in ability amongst the students that detracted from learning. Some students who were not native Korean speakers felt that there was an assumption they should have as much knowledge of the language as those who had a richer background in the language. Suggestions for improvement varied. Some students wanted more practice and instruction on the language in class. Prospective students should know that tests for the course could be especially challenging. 58