hi! what textbook are you using to learn korean? :D
Hellooo! :) As of now I am using Korean Language and Korean Culture for Immigrants (이민자를 위한 한국어와 한국문화) Because this is the series of books that is used by the korean government program, Korean Immigration and Integration Culture (KIIP). It is free program offered to foreign residents in Korea, and I’ve got a hang to use it so I’ve decided to stick with one series of book than shifting to better ones. The book comes with 5 different levels. Level 0 for studying the alphabet, reading, and writing basic words. Beginner Level 1 and 2 then Intermediate Level 1 and 2. The last one is about studying korean culture.
Pros:
Lots of different activities, listening, speaking, and writing, that helps for the new information to stick with you.
Sample conversation using the introduced grammar lesson while listening to the audio.
Cons:
It’s all in korean language (even the instructions and explanation) so it might be a little tough for beginners.
2. Talk to me in Korean
This book comes with lots of english explanation on how to use korean grammar. This will be very helpful for beginners because the explanations are in english, and colors are very helpful especially when you’re just starting to learn korean language and the conjugation of verbs and adjectives. This book comes with 9 different textbooks and 9 workbooks with audio too. I heard they have youtube channels to reinforce your korean language but I haven’t tried yet. I still use this book to find the explanations for the grammar lesson that I’m trying to learn.
Pros:
The explanations are very easy to understand that is helpful for beginners.
The layout and design of the book is very easy to navigate with. Not straining the eyes.
Cons:
In my opinion, the activities are still lacking for me to stick the new information. When I used this book, I found myself going and going on but end up forgetting the previous lessons.
3. Korean Grammar In Use
I’ve heard a lot of really great and positive reviews from this book but I wasn’t able to use this because I’ve started using the KIIP books (Book#1) and I don’t want to shift to different books and end up not finishing anything. There are a lot of youtube videos on how to use this book and its divided into three levels, beginner, intermediate, and advanced.
Pros:
A lot of TOPIK passer gave high reviews of this book.
Lots of information about korean culture too.
Detailed explanation about how to use grammar.
Cons:
Can’t think of any lol, information overload? jk!
Could be expensive but I think it’s cheaper since the book only comes with 3 different levels.
Thank you for the ask! You could also check this link out to help you decided which book/s could be best for you :)
Korean books references
Korean Books - Google Drive
