Poetry as a way to teach Korean language

Abstract

This paper is purposed for examining some advantages of using poetry as

original language materials, then suggesting some general principles regarding on

it. Firstly, poetry consists of rythmes, so it renders it easy to memorize and so

internalize the syntactical structures. Secondly, poetry is a powerful means of

cultural communications. Thirdly, poetry can be used for developing creative writing skills. Fourthly, poetry can stimulate students' participation in class, and it

can be used for a concentrated means of vehiculating elements of Korean language and culture to language audience and so on. Then this paper suggests some general principles regarding on teaching Korean Language through poetry as follows