This course is the continuation of AP/JP 3100 3.00 Japanese Linguistics I: Structure of Modern Japanese Language. Whilst AP/JP 3100 3.00 examines the structure of the Japanese language applying the methods and theories commonly used in five major subfields of linguistics (i.e., phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, and semantics), this course focuses on changes in and […]
The major developments and changes in the lives of women in contemporary China will be analyzed and discussed, themes such as gender, class, nationalism, and Confucianism as they relate to the lives of Chinese women in contemporary Chinese culture will be examined critically. Various approaches are used to deepen the understanding of women's lives in […]
Provides students in diverse majors with a general overview of the connections between language and society in Korea and investigates how the language has reflected the dynamics of Korean society throughout its history. In particular, we examine language use in broad social, cultural and historical contexts and also compare and contrast the range of sociolinguistic […]
This course aims to enhance students' understanding of Korea through an overview of modern Korean literature from the twentieth century to the present. Students will examine literary texts in their relationship with socio-historical contexts of Korea as well as global literary trends. Through the analysis of the texts, students will understand Korea and its literary […]
This course aims to enhance students' understanding of a variety of historical, social, cultural issues of Korean society by analyzing relevant Korean films. It examines close relationships between cinematic representations and modern Korean history and society. Following the historical trajectory of Korean cinema from 1990's to the present, the course provides opportunities to engage a […]
The course introduces contemporary Korean popular culture by exploring the hybridized transnational nature of their production, distribution, and consumption. This course examines the recent phenomenal success of Korean popular cultures (also called Korean Wave) in terms of the impact of emerging Korean pop cultures, global consumers, and their transnational practices. It also examines the impact […]
Introduces students to contemporary Korean culture, identity, and society. It seeks to help students develop a dynamic understanding of contemporary Korea by taking an interdisciplinary approach to cultural and socio-political issues of Korean society. Previously offered as: AP/KOR 3600 6.00
Examines the linguistic structure of the modern standard Korean language. Topics include phonology (sound structure), morphology (word structure), and syntax (sentence structure), providing a working knowledge of the fundamental principles of linguistic analysis. AP/LING 1000 6.00, AP/KOR 1000 6.00, or by Departmental permit. Previously offered as: AP/KOR 3150 6.00
This course focuses on discourse structure in all four-skill areas. Original and edited texts are read, summarized, translated and discussed. Socio-cultural aspects are particularly emphasized to deepen the understanding of Korean society and culture.Prerequisites: AP/KOR 2000 6.00, or permission of the department.
Examines realist and naturalist movements through a study of the short story, literary sketch, and novella by outstanding writers including, Larra, E. Pardo Bazán, Clarín, F. Ayala.Prerequisite: AP/SP 2200 6.00. Course credit exclusions: None. PRIOR TO FALL 2009: Prerequisite: AS/SP 2200 6.00. Course credit exclusion: AS/SP 3570 6.00. Language of Instruction: Spanish