Annyeonghaseyo: A Journey into Korean Language and Culture

Kinder / Preschool / ELC Lesson Plan – Learning Korean Language, Reggio Emilia philosophy

Title: “Annyeonghaseyo: A Journey into Korean Language and Culture”

Age Group: Kindergarten / Preschool / Early Learning Centre (4-5 years old)

Learning Framework: Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) – Australia

Educational Approach: Reggio Emilia Method

Learning Outcomes (Based on EYLF):

1. Children have a strong sense of identity: Children will learn to introduce themselves and express simple greetings in Korean, boosting their self-confidence and fostering a sense of achievement.
2. Children are connected with and contribute to their world: Children will gain an appreciation for Korean culture and language, promoting understanding and respect for diversity.
3. Children have a strong sense of wellbeing: By participating in a new learning experience, children are encouraged to embrace challenges, promoting resilience and a sense of achievement.
4. Children are confident and involved learners: Through pronunciation and understanding new sounds and phrases, children’s curiosity, problem-solving skills, and persistence are nurtured.
5. Children are effective communicators: Children will learn to express themselves using a different language, nurturing the development of effective and versatile communication skills.

Resources Needed:

• Korean picture dictionary
• Audio recordings of simple Korean words and phrases
• Interactive whiteboard or projector
• Art supplies for creating visual vocabulary cards

Lesson Plan:

1. Introduction to Korean Language (20-25 minutes):

Introduce the Korean language to the children. Play audio recordings of simple Korean words and phrases, such as greetings, numbers, colors, and common objects. Encourage the children to listen attentively and repeat the words after the recordings.

2. Interactive Learning (15-20 minutes):

Use an interactive whiteboard or projector to display images of common objects and their corresponding Korean words from the picture dictionary. Involve the children in interactive activities like matching words to images and playing simple games that reinforce the vocabulary.

3. Art Activity: Visual Vocabulary Cards (20-25 minutes):

Provide art supplies for the children to create their own visual vocabulary cards. They can draw pictures of the objects they’ve learned and write the corresponding Korean words. This activity encourages creativity and reinforces language learning through visual and tactile experiences.

4. Sharing and Reflection (15-20 minutes):

Invite the children to share their visual vocabulary cards with the class and practice saying the Korean words aloud. Reflect on the learning experience, discussing the importance of understanding different languages and cultures.

Assessment:

Assess the children’s participation in the interactive learning and art activities, their ability to pronounce Korean words, and their understanding of the multicultural importance discussed.

Alignment with Reggio Emilia Method:

This lesson plan incorporates key aspects of the Reggio Emilia approach, including self-directed and experiential learning, collaborative activities, and the use of arts as a language of expression. It also aligns with Reggio Emilia’s focus on recognizing and respecting diverse cultures.

Link to EYLF:

This lesson addresses “Children have a strong sense of identity” (expressing greetings in Korean), “Children are connected with and contribute to their world” (gaining an appreciation of Korean culture), “Children have a strong sense of wellbeing” (engaging in a new learning experience), “Children are confident and involved learners” (experimenting with a new language), and “Children are effective communicators” (practicing speaking and listening in a new language).