Korean heroes-Culture

Let's hear your voice

Students will:

1. Identify and research a significant figure from Korean history or contemporary society.
   
   

2. Write a short essay in English with Korean vocabulary integration (e.g., name, title, honorifics, job).
   
   

3. Prepare a visual for a gallery walk presentation.
   
   

4. Evaluate peers’ presentations using a structured peer feedback form.
   
   

Connect the achievements of Korean figures with their own values and aspirations.

• Why is it important to learn about historical and contemporary figures from other cultures?
  
  

• What qualities make someone a hero or an influential figure?
  
  

• How can understanding Korean history help build cross-cultural connections?

• Interpretive: Identify key information in short informational texts (NCSSFL-ACTFL Can-Do: Novice Mid)
  
  

• Presentational: Write short, simple descriptions of a person using memorized phrases and practiced language (Novice Mid)

• Interpersonal: Exchange information about researched figures using memorized phrases (Novice Low–Mid)
  

Famous Korean Figures
(Sample List for Students to Choose From) - You can choose someone else

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xPFK6YGj9pmbtGKnOgehwWBI7Ri7rFr4PMCHmS8zKCg/view

Research Essay Structure

Header:
IHPCH Korean 1, MP4, Discovering Korean Heroes, Your Full Name

Essay Structure:

• Introduction (include an image of your chosen hero)

• Life and Achievements (include at least two images of their work)

• Cultural Significance (include an image, if possible, that supports your writing)

• Personal Reflection

Rubric (Essay + Presentation)

Share what you are working on

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xPFK6YGj9pmbtGKnOgehwWBI7Ri7rFr4PMCHmS8zKCg/view

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