On July 21–24, 2025, Iva Hanani, S.S., M.A., a lecturer in the Korean Language and Culture Program at the Faculty of Cultural Sciences, UGM, and also a teacher at the King Sejong Institute (KSI) in Yogyakarta, had the opportunity to attend the “2025 King Sejong Institute Foundation Korean Language Teachers Conference” held at the Shilla Hotel in Seoul, South Korea.
This annual conference was attended by Korean language instructors from various countries and aimed to improve the quality of Korean language instruction globally. During the training, Ms. Iva participated in various workshop sessions and discussions on teaching Korean as a foreign language.
In addition to academic training, participants were also invited to participate in cultural activities as part of strengthening their understanding of Korean cultural context. One of the interesting activities Ms. Iva participated in was a workshop on making bookmarks from jagae (자개), a traditional Korean handicraft made from mother-of-pearl, rich in aesthetic and philosophical value.
Participation in this program demonstrates the commitment of the Korean Language and Culture Program at UGM to supporting the development of faculty competencies and expanding international academic networks. It is hoped that this experience will enrich teaching methods and have a positive impact on the learning process in the classroom.
(Sherina Azmi A.)
