Integrated Korean

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This thoroughly revised edition of the first volume in a best-selling series was developed by leading classroom teachers and linguists of Korean. The series adheres to performance-based principles and methodology, emphasizing contextualization, learner-centeredness, authentic materials, and a balanced approach to skill acquisition and usage. Grammar points are introduced systematically with clear explanations and abundant examples and exercises. Each lesson is structured around a specific situation or topic, featuring model dialogues, narration, vocabulary notes, cultural insights, grammar, usage, and English translations. The third edition incorporates feedback from students and instructors, presenting an attractive color design with new photos and reorganized exercises. Each lesson includes a conversational text with a vocabulary list and a reading passage. The accompanying workbook, available online and in paperback, offers extensive skill-using activities based on the main text. This project, supported by the Korean Language Education and Research Center (KLEAR) and the Korea Foundation, includes additional resources such as Korean Composition and Readings in Modern Korean Literature. Audio files for this volume can be downloaded in MP3 format at the designated website.