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Professor Hwang
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From Republic of Korea

Living in Jeonju, Republic of Korea

Professor at Jeonju University | PhD | 30+ Years Teaching | Literature & Culture Approach Hi, I'm Professor Hwang Chee Bok. I don't just speak Korean — I think and argue in it at the highest scholarly level. As a professor in the Department of English Language Education (English Education / applied linguistics) at Jeonju University, South Korea, I've taught for over 30 years. I hold a Ph.D. in English Literature from Konkuk University, specializing in American Literature — particularly John Steinbeck. My dissertation examined Steinbeck's novels and their film adaptations, and I've published 50+ academic papers in Korean-indexed (KCI) journals — all written in sophisticated academic Korean. As a native Korean speaker with deep expertise in linguistics and language education, I help you learn Korean in a way that truly makes sense — going beyond literal meanings to the feelings underneath, how Koreans think, feel, and express culture through language. Every lesson so far has earned a 5.0 rating with 100% attendance. Students describe each lesson as carefully crafted for their goals, never reused from a template — flexible enough for complete beginners through advanced learners alike. My lessons are structured, patient, and tailored to your level and goals. Read deep, speak well. I look forward to meeting you in class!
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Trial Lesson
7 lessons completed
USD 7.00+
Speak Korean with Confidence | Beginner-Intermediate
A1-B2
Language Essentials
43 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
10% off
Pass TOPIK with Confidence | Korean Grammar Mastery
A2-C1
Language Essentials
1 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
10% off
Advanced Korean Through Literature | Deep Discussion with a Professor
B1-C2
Language Essentials
14 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
10% off
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Will
2 Korean lessons
I had a wonderful first lesson with Professor Hwang. He personalized the materials to my interests and we had a great conversation. I'm really looking forward to our future lessons!
Chris Kehoe
1 Korean lesson
I had a brilliant first lesson with Prof. Hwang. He was very detailed and patient, as I'm still very new to Korean, explaining the meaning behind words and their order in sentences, subject and object distinctions. It was a very enjoyable lesson, and I look forward to learning more in the next one.
Student Sola Chang
Sola Chang
1 Korean lesson
Professor Hwang was an outstanding teacher—kind, welcoming, and incredibly easy to talk to from the very beginning. Before our lesson, he took the time to ask about my background, interests, and Korean level, then clearly used that information to create a lesson tailored specifically to me with thoughtfully prepared slides and materials that felt completely personalized rather than reused. Throughout the lesson, he encouraged me to work through exercises on my own, provided helpful corrections and explanations, and always made space for my questions. I learned so much in just one hour, and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a patient, engaging, and exceptionally well-prepared Korean teacher.
Student Paul McKeever
Paul McKeever
1 Korean lesson
Professor Hwang was very professional and encouraging in introducing the alphabet and beginner words in Korean. I had to end the lesson early and he was very understanding. Your Korean will progress with him.
Student Beyza
Beyza
2 Korean lessons
​I just had my first Korean lesson with Professor Hwang, and I cannot recommend him highly enough! ​Right from the start, he was incredibly kind, warm, and welcoming, which completely put me at ease. What impressed me the most was his exceptional level of preparation. Even though it was only our first meeting, he had carefully crafted a lesson specifically tailored to my exact needs and goals. ​On top of that, he prepared a wonderfully wide range of engaging topics for us to talk about! The conversation flowed so naturally because he came ready with so many great subjects to discuss. It made the entire lesson feel dynamic, immersive, and perfectly matched to my interests. ​It is rare to find a tutor who is so genuinely nice, patient, and deeply invested in their student's success. If you are looking for a fantastic Korean tutor who comes impeccably prepared and makes learning fun, Professor Hwang is the best choice you could possibly make. Looking forward to our next conversation!
Pedro Barão
1 Korean lesson
I have had a trial lesson with Professor Hwang and it was really enjoyable. We had a short dialogue about my level and goals and then we proceeded with a dialogue based on a prepared powerpoint. I was asked to read and create some stories using the material as a basis. In the end, we discussed a little bit more about my goals and what future classes could like. It was a comfortable and engaging class!