Asia Society Texas, in partnership with the Houston Korean Education Center, is pleased to offer a Korean Language Level I classes for adults who would like to learn the Korean language at a beginner level.

The class will take place in-person at the Asia Society Texas Center. The continuation of in-person classes is subject to change pending local and state safety guidelines for in-person gatherings. Please review Asia Society Texas' current safety guidelines here.

The Korean Level I Class is an introduction to Korean through simple conversations and culture. Students will engage in basic dialogue exchanges and write short sentences, which will enhance listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. The course is designed to build a foundation in the Korean language by including everyday oral communication and interactive activities emphasizing pronunciation, vocabulary, and expressions. Students will also learn the skills to read and decode the Korean alphabet.

Culture is an integral part of the curriculum. In addition to language skills, students will develop an appreciation and understanding of Korean customs, culture, philosophy, and history.

Students must also purchase their own textbook. Information about the textbook can be found here.

Registration and Schedule

Weekly in-person classes are available on Mondays and Tuesdays, January–May 2022. Please follow the below links to register for classes.

Tuesdays, January 11 – May 17, 2022
6–9 p.m. | Instructor: Chelsea Guerra
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Classes are also available on Mondays.

Mondays, January 10 – May 16, 2022
6–9 p.m. | Instructor: Chuhyun Hannah Chung
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About the Instructor

Chelsea Guerra is an experienced Korean language teacher who has worked with the Houston Korean Education Center for 2 years.  She graduated from the University of Florida with a B.A. in Linguistics, as well as a degree and a certification in TESOL. She began learning Korean through a language program with Seoul National University and has continued her Korean language studies for the past 10 years. Earlier this year along with Katarina Pollock and Yujin Kim, she co-authored and published the book Writing Conversational Korean: Book One for Korean language learners. Through the perspective of a non-native Korean speaker, she hopes to provide a unique insight into an English speaker's struggles with understanding and speaking Korean. 

Education and Outreach programs at Asia Society Texas are presented by Wells Fargo. Generous funding also provided by​ Margie and Joe Blommaert, Cathay Bank Foundation, Chevron, the George and Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation, and H-E-B. Additional support is provided by Friends of Asia Society Texas, a dedicated group of individuals and organizations committed to bringing the best in exhibitions and public programming to Houston.

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About Asia Society Texas

Asia Society Texas believes in the strength and beauty of diverse perspectives and people. As an educational institution, we advance cultural exchange by celebrating the vibrant diversity of Asia, inspiring empathy, and fostering a better understanding of our interconnected world. Spanning the fields of arts, business, culture, education, and policy, our programming is rooted in the educational and cultural development of our community — trusting in the power of art, dialogue, and ideas to combat bias and build a more inclusive society.