“When it comes to learning English these days, it’s a
jungle out there,” quipped Kim Tae-ho, a 26 year old architect, studying
English to meet the demands of his job.
“There are so many options now; I think I have wasted lots of time doing the wrong thing.”
Kim’s frustration is common. Today’s tech-fueled industry includes
mobile devices, e-learning, interactive tables, and, as is the case at
Hagjeong Primary School in Daegu, talking robots. These are in addition
to traditional mediums like human beings, English TV, and good old
fashioned books.
With the recent decision to phase out native speakers in public schools,
Koreans are asking what is the most efficient and cost-effective way to
learn English.
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