Yonsei University’s First Step Korean

Yonsei University, one of South Korea's most prestigious universities, offers a beginner's course in Korean on the ever-expanding Coursera platform. If you enjoy learning with an instructor and a class simulation, this course may be for you! The course is divided into five lessons and four units that cover fundamental concepts in reading, writing, speaking, and listening, as well as additional exercises to supplement your learning. You'll begin with the fundamentals of the Korean alphabet before progressing to basic Korean knowledge such as talking about the date and time, as well as everyday topics.

Overall, it is estimated that completing the entire course will take approximately 18 hours, depending on your work and study pace. Another advantage of the Coursera course is the availability of a forum where you can interact with fellow learners and moderators, allowing you to ask questions, get clarification, and practice certain concepts. You can also get a certificate of completion for $49, which would look great on your resume. This course is extremely popular, with thousands of students and hundreds of positive reviews, so don't wait too long to enroll if you're interested!

• Pros:
  • Highly structured lesson plans
  • Forum for questions and interaction
• Cons:
  • Currently tailored to beginners only
  • Somewhat brief and lacking in grammar teaching

Best for: Beginner-level education
Price: Free or $49 with a certificate
Certificate available: Yes (paid)

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Enroll here: coursera.org/learn/learn-korean