Hello everyone! My name is Jini Shim and this fall will be my 4th year teaching Korean as a world language at a middle school in Fullerton, California. I learned about this program through International Korean Educators Network and I've met Dr. Jung-Kim through a K-12 teachers summer seminar in LA on Korean history and culture. I was born in Korea and grew up in California. I'm a big fan of Kpop and Korean movies / dramas, and would love to get a more in-depth review of its history and societal connections. Before becoming a teacher, I worked as a staff for various film festivals including the Busan International for one year. I've been a Kpop fan since the late 90s. I wish I could get myself to watch more Korean movies and shows, but my recent favorites have been My Liberation Notes, My Name, and DP-- all still available via Netflix. I look forward to meeting you all through the Zoom discussion sessions!
