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5. Practice your own names on the paper:
• Write your name . S U N G K I M
• Write Korean alphabet 성 김
• Your Name • Korean Alphabet • Practice
6. Conclusion – Why Korean language is beneficial to learn
In order to foster 21st century skills, the Korean language teachers understand the critical
importance of early language education in effective second language acquisition.
Consequently, the International Korean Educators Network (IKEN) has developed the
Korean Online Curriculum (K-12th level) and Korean Online Course (Level 1 – 4)
aligned to Common Core State Standards and Korean National Standards.
Enhancing college ready and career ready instruction, the Korean language teachers
provide second generation Korean heritage students with opportunities to master Korean
language, culture, and self- identity while providing non-Korean students with vast
opportunities to appreciate Korean culture as productive, global citizens of the future.
These teachers will foster healthy competition among the young leaders of tomorrow who
will build stronger bridges of linguistic and multi-cultural awareness throughout the
world.
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