Join us in our interactive February workshop, where the ancient board game of Baduk (Go, Weiqi) becomes your newest teaching ally.
Why Baduk? Far more than just a game, Baduk stands as a compelling educational tool. It sharpens concentration, enhances critical thinking, improves problem-solving skills, and opens doors to cultural exploration. Moreover, it seamlessly blends into ELT sessions, enriching the learning experience.
Workshop Features
- Experience Hands-On Learning: Engage in learning-by-doing - play your first Baduk games and discover how they not only enhance critical thinking but also bolster language skills.
- Innovate Your Teaching: Gather fresh, creative ideas to make your English lessons more engaging and effective.
- Network with Peers: Share insights and strategies with fellow educators who are passionate about dynamic learning.
Embark on this enriching journey – where play and education merge to create edutaining classroom experiences!
Schedule
13:45- 14:00 Meet & Greet
14:00-15:30 Workshop
15:30-17:00 Social Time (More board games will be available!)
17:30-19:00 Dinner (optional)
Speaker
Daniela Trinks began her journey in Korea in 2006 to enhance her Baduk teaching and marketing skills, leading to a transformative 17-year academic and professional career. She earned her Master's and Ph.D. in Baduk Studies and, in 2015, joined Myongji University as a tenure-track professor in the same department. Passionate about Baduk and English language education, she not only teaches Korean and international students in B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. courses but is also a featured speaker at various teacher workshops in Korea, Germany, and the U.K.
RSVP
This workshop is limited to 20 participants. Please send us an email or mark your attendance with 'going' on the Facebook event page to secure your spot. Teachers and family members (>5 years) are welcome to join.
Location & Directions
Venue
Note: The venue is different from our usual meeting location.
Venue: Myongji University, Natural Science Campus, Creative Arts Hall, Room 266 (2nd floor)
Korean Address: 경기 용인시 처인구 명지로 116 명지대학교 창조관, 266호
English Address: Myongji University Creative Hall, Room 266, 116 Myeongji-ro, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do
Google Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/bseeZ68TzJahdspw7
Naver Map: https://naver.me/x60QvY0G
Parking: On campus, there is a parking fee of 1,000 KRW per 30 minutes, with an additional fee of 1,000 KRW per 15 minutes. You can purchase a 2-hour ticket for 3,000 KRW or a 24-hour parking ticket for 4,000 KRW at the gate until 3 pm. Otherwise, you may buy a 24-hour ticket from the event organizers - in cash (no change available), or by bank transfer. Please do let us know if you need a 24-hour ticket so we can purchase it in time.
Directions
1) From Seoul, Bundang, Yongin
From Seoul Gangnam, Seoul Myeongdong, Seoul Station, Seoul Jamsil, Bundang, Yongin Shingal, Yongin Giheung, take any red bus that heads to Myongji University: 5001, 5001-1, 5000, 5005, 5600, 5700, or the green bus 820. Get off at the final stop (Myongji University). Be aware that there is a stop called 'Myongjidae Ibgu' (Myongji University Entrance) which is not the final stop.
2) From Yongin Bus Terminal
3) By Taxi
Ask the driver to take you to "명지대학교 자연캠퍼스창조예술관" (Myeongji dae hakkyo Jayeoncampus Changjokwan)
4) Arriving at Myongji University
Walk or drive up the hill, turn slightly left and you will see a new building labeled 창조관. You will enter the main entrance of the building on the 4th floor. Find the stairs/elevator to your left, they will take you down to the 2nd floor. Turn left to find lecture room 266 - one of the closest rooms to the elevator/stairs.
