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Original goal:
My goal was to become fluent in the Korean language. Ha ha yeah right. I knew that wasn't going to be possible with just the semester that we've been working. However, I set that as my long term goal. Learning a language can take years. So, I really just hoped to begin my journey with 20-time.
What did I actually accomplish?:
I got a good grasp of basic vocabulary on numbers, greeting, introductions, goodbyes, and people and family. I also learned more on the Korean culture through informational YouTube videos and Korean TV, music, and food. I would say that I spent about three hours a week working on my project. So, I didn't spend a terribly long amount of time yet I feel like the time I spent was rewarding and that I succeeded with part of my goal.
The take- aways:
Aside from getting familiar with Korean language and culture, I learned a lot about learning. I figured out how to learn a language by myself by experimenting with ways to make learning easier and tailor it to my learning style. I ended up researching quite a bit on study hacks and quirky ways to learn a language. This definitely kept things interesting and helped to keep me motivated. I found that learning cultural information was easier than the language, so I tended to lean towards that. However, using study tips helped restore the balance between learning language and culture. I found that I quite enjoy blogging too. Unlike traditional 'school papers' I can do more of a free write, which is a nice change of pace.
Future?:
What's going to happen with my project you ask?
I plan on continuing learning Korean. Just because 20-time is ending, doesn't mean my project is ending, ya feel? I think I'll continue with this lovely little blog as well. I feel like there are a lot of people out there who would love to learn a new language, but are pressed for time. If an uber busy teenager (such as myself) can make it work, so can others. By describing what has worked or not for me as well as inform others about another culture, I hope that I would inspire or help others learn languages too (even if I'm only helping you, Mom). Point blank it has just been a lot of fun for me. I think it would be silly to stop something that I've found I like to do.
I set a goal for myself and that still holds true. Gonna be really cliche here but, in reality, my project has just begun.
Lauren
Gif sources:
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http://www.picgifs.com/reaction-gifs/reaction-gifs/laughing/picgifs-laughing-0304594.gif
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My goal was to become fluent in the Korean language. Ha ha yeah right. I knew that wasn't going to be possible with just the semester that we've been working. However, I set that as my long term goal. Learning a language can take years. So, I really just hoped to begin my journey with 20-time.
What did I actually accomplish?:
I got a good grasp of basic vocabulary on numbers, greeting, introductions, goodbyes, and people and family. I also learned more on the Korean culture through informational YouTube videos and Korean TV, music, and food. I would say that I spent about three hours a week working on my project. So, I didn't spend a terribly long amount of time yet I feel like the time I spent was rewarding and that I succeeded with part of my goal.
The take- aways:
Aside from getting familiar with Korean language and culture, I learned a lot about learning. I figured out how to learn a language by myself by experimenting with ways to make learning easier and tailor it to my learning style. I ended up researching quite a bit on study hacks and quirky ways to learn a language. This definitely kept things interesting and helped to keep me motivated. I found that learning cultural information was easier than the language, so I tended to lean towards that. However, using study tips helped restore the balance between learning language and culture. I found that I quite enjoy blogging too. Unlike traditional 'school papers' I can do more of a free write, which is a nice change of pace.
Future?:
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What's going to happen with my project you ask?
I plan on continuing learning Korean. Just because 20-time is ending, doesn't mean my project is ending, ya feel? I think I'll continue with this lovely little blog as well. I feel like there are a lot of people out there who would love to learn a new language, but are pressed for time. If an uber busy teenager (such as myself) can make it work, so can others. By describing what has worked or not for me as well as inform others about another culture, I hope that I would inspire or help others learn languages too (even if I'm only helping you, Mom). Point blank it has just been a lot of fun for me. I think it would be silly to stop something that I've found I like to do.
I set a goal for myself and that still holds true. Gonna be really cliche here but, in reality, my project has just begun.
Lauren
Gif sources:
http://media.giphy.com/media/11DC1r2gT8YfJu/giphy.gif
http://mrwgifs.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Stephen-Colbert-Success-Reaction-Gif.gif
http://www.picgifs.com/reaction-gifs/reaction-gifs/laughing/picgifs-laughing-0304594.gif
http://mrwgifs.com/squidward-freaking-out-about-the-future-on-spongebob-squarepants/
http://38.media.tumblr.com/66a182f69651bac52c26619ffa53c8de/tumblr_mgr7ykPCnn1r43stuo8_r1_250.gif
You are so awesome! I know some day you are going to change the world quietly. Thank you for allowing me to follow your journey.
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