2010 Global Symposium on ICT in Education: Institute Development for ICT in Education

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1 2010 Global Symposium on ICT in Education: Institute Development for ICT in Education 1 4 November, 2010 The Ritz Carlton Hotel, Seoul, Republic of Korea Organizers: World Bank, UNESCO Bangkok, and Korean Ministry of Education, Science and Technology Host: Korea Education & Research Information Service (KERIS) Partner Organizations: Intel Asia Pacific, Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) Venue The venue of the symposium will be at the Kumkang room, floor A1 of the Ritz Carlton. The hotel is within close proximity to anywhere in Seoul, including the famed Gangnam Street. The nearest Subway station is the Sinnonhyun station, Exit No. 4. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Address: 602 Yeoksam-dong, Kangnam-Gu, Seoul Korea Tel: Fax: Website: 1

2 Submitting Presentation Files If you have been chosen to speak at this symposium, please send your presentation files to Travel Arrangements Each participant is entitled to a roundtrip economy class from their home country to Korea via the most direct route courtesy of KERIS, the World Bank, Intel Asia Pacific or another program sponsor. Participants are advised to coordinate with Juhui Kim (KERIS) and Galina Voytsehovska (World Bank) who will assist with travel arrangements from accredited travel agencies. Participants are advised not to purchase their own ticket directly. Airport Transfer For travel from the Incheon International Airport(IIA), it is recommended that participants take the KAL Limousine bus which runs from the Airport to the Millennium Seoul Hilton. A round trip ticket for the KAL Limousine bus will also be provided by KERIS. KERIS staff will meet you at the arrival gate upon your arrival. They will be holding 2010 Global Symposium on ICT in Education: Institute Development for ICT in Education on a board. If you miss them, please wait at the Limousine bus stop 4B on the 1 st floor where the staff will also be waiting for you. They will provide you with a round trip ticket for the KAL Limousine bus. If you have any problems meeting them, please contact Ms. Juhui Kim at Bus type Interval Travelling Time 1 st bus Last bus To To Limousine To IIA To IIA 30 min 80 min Gangnam Gangnam (Deluxe) 05:15 05:15 18:50 22:20 Vendor Fees Contact Direction Route Name Airport Gangnam Yeoksam KRW 15,000 KAL Gangnam Yeoksam (Kal limousine bus) 2

3 *Bus Station: Incheon International Airport - Palace Hotel - Ritz Carlton Hotel - Novotel Hotel - Renaissance Hotel Korea Visa Every foreign visitor entering Korea must present a valid passport. Participants from countries with a visa exemption agreement with Korea will be granted entry without visas in accordance with the said agreement. Others will normally enter Korea with visas. Visitors from countries requiring visas should apply at the Korean consular offices of diplomatic missions in their respective countries before their departure. For Further information please visit following sites. Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Immigration Bureau: Accommodation We have reserved rooms in advance. We expect you to check-in on Sunday, October 31, 2010 and check-out on Thursday, November 5, 2010 at the latest. The check-in time is at 12:00 pm and the check-out time is 14:00. Please be informed that early check-in and late check-out is subjected to availability. Organizers will pay for the following: hotel accommodation at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel and meals (including breakfast). Please note that all personal consumption and other sundries including telephone calls, laundry, mini bar, etc. are for your personal account to be settled upon check out. Acceptable methods of payment include cash or credit card (e.g. Visa and Master Card). Organizers will not provide any per diems (daily allowance) to the participants including visa payments. In addition to this, the organizers will not provide any travel or medical insurance. So please prepare this yourself for emergency cases. Registration & Welcome Reception A registration desk will be set up at the Kumkang Room, on floor A1 from 18:00-18:30 on October 31. Please come to the registration desk to obtain your name tag. Also, there will be a welcome reception at the Kumkang Room, 18:00-20:00 on 3

4 October 31. Please participate in the Welcome Reception. Meal Plan Breakfast & Luncheon Dinner Menu Venue Menu Venue 1-Nov Buffet Oksan Buffet 3 rd floor Buffet TBC 2-Nov Buffet Oksan Buffet 3 rd floor Buffet TBC 3-Nov Buffet Oksan Buffet 3 rd floor Korean Cuisine TBC 4-Nov Buffet Oksan Buffet 3 rd floor Korean Cuisine TBC Information on Korea (Time, Exchange rate, Transportation) 1. Republic of Korea Country Name: Republic of Korea Capital City: Seoul (10 million) / 48 million National flag: Taegeukgi National flower: Mugunghwa (Rose of Sharon) Currency: won Language: Korean (Written form: Hangeul) Location: Strategically located at the crossroads of Northeast Asia. Korea lies between Japan, the Russian Far East and China. Territory: 223,170km2 (South Korea: 100,032km2) Highest mountains: Baekdusan 2744m, Hallasan 1950m Longest rivers: Amnokgang 790km, Nakdonggang 521.5km, Dumangang 521km, Hangang 481.7km Major cities: Seoul (10.0 million), Busan (3.5 million), Incheon (2.6 million), Daegu (2.5 million), Daejeon (1.5 million), Gwangju (1.4 million), Ulsan (1.1 million) Climate: Temperate with four distinct seasons 4

5 Seoul belongs to the Temperate Zone featuring four distinctive seasons of spring, summer, autumn and winter. The average temperature in the early November in 2009 was approximately 11.7 C. Population: million (2008) -Foreign residents: 1.1 million -Economically active population: 24.3 million (2008) Median Age: 36.7 years (2008) Population increase rate: 0.31% (2008) Life Expectancy: Males 76.1 years, females 82.7 years (2007) Religion: A 2005 census showed that half of the population actively practices a religion. Among this group, 10,726,463 Buddhists, 8,616,438 Protestants and 5,146,147 Catholics comprise the three dominant religions. Political System: Constitutional democracy with president elected to a single 5-year term by direct popular vote. Division of power among the executive, legislature (unicameral National Assembly) and judiciary President: Lee Myung-bak since 2008 Suffrage: Universal at 19 years of age Elections - Presidential: every 5 years - National Assembly: every 4 years - Local Councils: every 4 years Political parties: Grand National Party, United Democratic Party, Liberal Forward Party, Democratic Labor Party, Pro-Park Geun-hye Alliance, Renewal of Korea Party Aid: In 2008, Korea provided a total of 797 million USD (preliminary figure) of ODA and plans to expand the volume up to 0.15% of its Gross National Income (GNI) by 2012, and 0.25% by Peacekeeping: South Korea began participating in United Nations peacekeeping operations with the dispatch of a battalion of military engineers to Somalia in It has since joined peacekeeping efforts in India, Pakistan, Liberia, Burundi, Sudan, Georgia, East Timor, Lebanon and Afghanistan and sent the Zaytun forces to Iraq's Kurdish autonomous region. 5

6 Gross Domestic Product: $928.7 billion (2008) Per Capita GNI: $19,231 (2008) GDP Growth Rate: 2.2 percent (2008) Foreign Exchange Reserves: $201.2 billion (2008) Exports: $422.0 billion (2008) Imports: $435.3 billion (2008) Major Industrial Products: Semiconductors, automobiles, ships, consumer electronics, mobile telecommunication equipment, steel and chemicals FTAs: Korea has signed free trade agreements with Chile, Singapore, the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), ASEAN and the U.S. and India - 18 countries in all. Currently, negotiations with the EU, Canada, Mexico, GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council), Peru, Australia and New Zealand are under way with the aim of concluding these FTAs negotiations by the end of World Heritage Haeinsa Temple Janggyeongpanjeon, the Depositories for the Tripitaka Koreana Woodblocks (1995) Jongmyo Shrine (1995) Seokguram Grotto and Bulguksa Temple (1995) Changdeokgung Palace Complex (1997) Hwaseong Fortress (1997) Gochang, Hwasun and Ganghwa Dolmen Sites (2000) Gyeongju Historic Areas (2000) Jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes (2007) Joseon Dynasty's royal tombs (2009) 2. Currency and Credit Card The unit of Korean currency is the Korean Won (KRW). Coin denominations are 10Won, 50Won, 100Won, and 500Won. Bank notes are 1,000Won, 5,000Won, and 10,000Won (Please refer to following table). Foreign currency and traveler s checks can be exchanged into Korean Won at most banks in Korea as well as at the airport. The exchange rate is subject to market fluctuation. One U.S. dollar is equivalent to about 1, KRW as of September 24,

7 Major credit cards, including VISA, American Express, Diners Club and MasterCard are accepted at most hotels, department stores, and restaurants. 3. Tipping and Taxes No tipping is required at major tourist spots. Value Added Tax (VAT) is levied on most goods at a standard rate of 10%. In major tourist hotels, a 10% VAT plus a 10% service charge is added to the bills for rooms, meals, and other services. 4. Business Hours Business Weekdays Weekends & National Holidays Banks 9 am - 4 pm Closed Government Offices & Organizations 9 am - 6 pm Closed Post Offices Foreign Diplomatic Missions Department Stores 9 am - 6 pm (Central Post Office: 9 am-8 pm) hours vary, please see the following link for more information: 10:30 am - 8 pm closed (Central Post Office: 9 am- 1 pm) closed *Typically one day a month (usually a Monday) department stores are closed to the public. However, closings will vary according to each store. * Time: Standard Time is nine hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT+9). Korea does not use daylight savings time. 5. Transportation Subway: Seoul has a well-developed subway system. Subway is the quickest, easiest and most convenient way to travel around Seoul. Fares are reasonable, station names and route maps are written in English. Subways also have the obvious advantage of not being slowed by Seoul s occasionally slow downtown traffic. Fares depend on whether you are paying by cash or T-Money (Transportation Card). 7

8 Subways are around won per trip depending on how far you travel. - Ticket Purchase Please buy your ticket to use the train. Standard tickets can be purchased at either ATVM (Automatic Ticket Vending Machine) or the ticket office. Your fares could vary depending on your destination station so please check it carefully on the fare table. There are two kinds of tickets. One is prepaid transit card which is a rechargeable allowing passenger to use them until the balance on the card is exhausted and add value afterwards. It will give you a transfer discount as well. The other is a one-time use ticket which you can receive a 500 Won refund when you arrive at the destination. It requires an additional 100 Won to the prepaid transit and there will not be a transfer discount. Basic Fare: 900 won up to 10km Additional Fare - 10km - 40km: Additional 100 won per 5km - Over 40km: Additional 100 won per 10km But, if you are using the inner suburb section and those non-suburb sections (Gyeongbu Line~Chonan) successively, the fare for the inner circle will be charged first and additional fare of 100 won for every 4km of the non-suburb sections you have travelled. 8

9 Taxi: Taxis are plentiful, clean, safe, and inexpensive in Korea. There are taxi stands in most busy city areas, and taxis can also be hailed on the streets. As well, certain taxis can be requested by phone though the fare for these special call taxis is somewhat higher than regular taxis. An increasing number of taxi drivers speak some English. The fare system is based on both distance and time. Fares are 2,400 for the first 2 kilometers and 100 for each additional 144 meters. Regular Taxi 2,400 won for the first 2km and 100 won for each additional 144m. Between midnight and 4:00 am, additional 20% is charged. Deluxe Taxi (Mobeom Taxi) 4,500 won for the first 3km and 200 won for each additional 164m. It offers a higher quality of service. Recognized by their black color. : Bus: The buses are categorized into four colors. Blue (arterial buses) are the routes which connect outlying areas with the downtown area and run along a north-south and east-west axis. The Green (local) buses operate within a specific district. These buses will also make stops at subway stations. These routes usually operate in local areas for passengers transferring to blue buses or subways. Then there are the Red (express buses) which link downtown Seoul with satellite cities. Finally, there are the Yellow (downtown circular) buses, which you might not see as often but these buses run short routes in major 9

10 downtown areas. Buses are around won per trip depending on how far you travel. 6. Communication A cell phone will be provided from the hotel upon request. The rental charge is 13,000 Won/day and the domestic calling rate is 20 won/min Room to Room Call - + Room Number Cell Phone and Public Phone Country Code + Area Code + Phone Number - Pre-paid cards are available at the front desk (1F) and shops - Incoming calls are free for the cell phone. Paying Method - Pre-paid cards are available at the front desk (1F) and convenience stores. (5,000 won, 10,000 won) 7. Electricity supply The standard electricity supply is 220 volts AC/60 cycles. However, outlets for 110 and 220 volts are available at the hotel. Fun Fun Korea (Tourist Attractions, Shopping, Useful Korean language) Seoul is a remarkably safe city. Violent crime rates are exceedingly low compared to other major cities around the world. Generally speaking, you can walk around just about any part of town at any part of the day and not feel threatened in any way. Seoul has tons of great walking courses that will put visitors in touch with the city s history, culture and vibrant lifestyle. This section introduces just a few recommended courses to get you started. Seoul Walking Tour Guide 10

11 Seoul is a safe city. Generally speaking, you can walk around just about any part of town at any part of the day and not feel threatened in any way. Seoul has tons of great walking courses that will put visitors in touch with the city s history, culture and vibrant lifestyle. This section introduces just a few recommended courses to get you started. 1. Tourist Attractions Gangnam Subway Station Truly as a shopper's paradise, each area in Gangnam boasts a different atmosphere as well as a variety of resources, catering to the diverse population of the city. Noted as the fashion haven for the hip and trendy, this area of Seoul is lined with famous 'Fashion Streets' and regions that offer elegant shopping establishments as well as chic boutiques and small bargain shops. - Underground arcade Gangnam subway station's underground arcade has dozens of shops selling music, clothes, cosmetics and accessories at discount price. Several restaurants offer a variety of types of food. Video game parlors provide the latest computer action games to enjoy. - Overview of the Area Rather new, compared to the neighborhoods of north (buk) of the Han River (gang, hence the name Gangbuk), the Gangnam (south of the Han River) area boasts more modern and cleaner facilities and streets. Originally, part of Kyonggi Province, this area of Gangnam-gu was annexed to the city of Seoul during the capital's expansion in Although just a few short decades ago Gangnam-gu was a large field of vast vegetation, today it is one of the most active and developed districts in the city of Seoul. Gangnam Station is among the liveliest of areas in Gangnam-gu. Gangnam station is easily accessible and widely visited. With its close access to Gangnam-gu's Teheranno (the venture capital area of Seoul), and many language and educational institutions in the area, Gangnam Station is a popular attraction for young professionals as well as students. By day, this area of Gangnam-gu tends to attract hordes of young people with its two movie theaters, numerous fast food restaurants, bookstores, arcades, shops, cafes and 11

12 street vendors. Shops do a respectable day trade and sell everything from cell phone accessories to cosmetics and jewelry to jeans. Underground in the subway system, there is shop after shop in which customers can try to bargain their way down to a fair price. These stores close for business as does the subway station, around 11:30 p.m. Up above, however, do not count on cutting those prices down and stick with what is on the tag. Street vendors crowd the sidewalks and try to sell cheap CDs, jewelry, and sometimes even rabbits and puppies. Cafes in this neighborhood come aplenty and there is a variety in which to choose - from DVD cafes, video cafes, PC cafes, and cafes for coffee/tea. Noticeably cheaper than establishments in Apgujeong and Cheongdam, this area caters to a younger crowd. - Foods Due to the fact that the Gangnam Station area is home to many language and educational institutions, a large part of the daily crowd happens to be students. The shops and businesses cater to that age group, so everything seems to be comparatively cheaper here than the rest of Gangnam-gu, like Apgujeong or Cheongdam-dong. Easily accessible by public transportation and filled with fast food restaurants, donut shops, bakeries, and cheap eats, Gangnam Station is an ideal hot spot for youngsters. Chains of fast food joints, ice cream parlors, dessert shops line the area and are always filled with students. Tiny restaurants sell boonsheek, or simple, fast foods, such as gimbop, ramyun, udon, ddukbokki (rice cakes in hot spicy sauce) etc. Prices are extremely reasonable, costing only a few thousand won. Pool halls, pubs, soju (traditional Korean alcohol) bars, karaoke bars and nightclubs line the streets in Gangnam Station and come alive at night. The drinking age in Korea is eighteen, so by night, this area of Gangnam-gu is jam packed with college students. Most places serve beer (imported and domestic), hard liquor and soju, but if you are looking for something sophisticated, you are in the wrong neighborhood. Also, beware of bar and club employees who walk the streets, handing out name cards and coupons, in hopes of luring more customers into their businesses. Most bars and clubs tend to close anywhere between 2 to 4 am, but the clubs in Gangnam Station stay open until 12

13 about 6am. Nightclubs in this neighborhood tend to be cheaper than other clubs in Gangnam-gu, but be careful what you order because everything comes at a price here, even water. - Night Life In the city that never sleeps, Gangnam Station stays up the longest. Although crammed with people during the daytime, night is no exception and crowds of people move through the streets. The bright lights of Gangnam Station come from streetlights and bright neon signs in efforts to guide customers to bars, pubs and clubs. Known to particularly attract the younger crowd of college students near the Station, Koreans take advantage of the drinking age of eighteen years. Streets are full of bar and club employees who try to persuade customers into spending money at their club. Prices are comparatively cheaper than other Gangnam-gu counterparts, such as Apgujeong-dong, which is why so many people flock to this area for some late night fun. Bars stay open until 4 am. The streets are lined with pubs, blaring music and flashy lights. Alcoholic beverages include beer (domestic and imported), wine, cocktails, soju (traditional Korean alcohol), and hard liquor. Karaoke bars are very popular in this area, but careful what you order here, because everything comes with a price tag here, even water. Restaurants and cafes also do a respectable trade at night. Small restaurants that sell Korean soups and meat are usually found in this area, and are not very expensive. Cafes are also everywhere, and are cheaper than those in Apgujeong. Cafes and restaurants close earlier than bars, but varies with each establishment. Cheonggyecheon Through the newly revitalized Cheonggyecheon, with its fountains and waterfalls, one can see the magnificent restoration of this important water way in downtown Seoul. At the Cheonggyecheon Cultural Center you can see images from Cheonggyecheon s past and present that are on display. The Cheonggyecheon, or Cheonggye Stream as it is sometimes called, is a natural stream located in the heart of downtown Seoul. It was traditionally dry through the fall and 13

14 winter, but would run high as the rainy season came in the summer. It was covered with cement in 1958 by Syngman Rhee and later a highway was built above it. In 2003, then mayor of Seoul Lee Myung-bak initiated a project to remove the road and restore the river in an attempt to beautify the downtown area. Cheonggyecheon is a beautiful escape in the heart of the city and is surrounded by various cultural sites and shops on either side. There are also various cultural performances held in this area in the stages and plazas for the benefit of the people. - How can I get there? You may get off at the one of the many subway stops near the Cheonggyecheon including: City Hall Station on line number 2, Gwangwhamun Station on Line number 5 and Dongdaemun Stadium Station on line number 4. Insadong Insadong was originally two towns whose names ended in the syllables "In" and "Sa". They were divided by a stream which ran along Insadong's current main street. Insadong began 500 years ago as an area of residence for government officials. The area became a focus of South Korea's artistic and cafe life 60 years ago. It was a popular destination among foreign visitors to South Korea during the 1960s, who called the area "Mary's Alley". It gained in popularity with international tourists during the 1988 Seoul Olympics. In 2000 the area was renovated, and, after protest, the rapid modernization of the area was halted for two years beginning that year. Insadong-gil is "well known as a traditional street to both locals and foreigners" and represents the "culture of the past and the present" now. It contains a mixture of historical and modern atmosphere and is a "unique area of Seoul that truly represents the cultural history of the nation." The majority of the traditional buildings originally belonged to merchants and bureaucrats. Some larger residences, built for retired government officials during the Joseon period, can also be seen. Most of these older buildings are now used as 14

15 restaurants or shops. Among the historically significant buildings located in the area are Unhyeongung mansion, Jogyesa - one of the most significant Korean Buddhist temples and one of Korea's oldest Presbyterian churches. The area is well known for sightseeing, with approximately 100,000 visitors on Sundays reported in Insadong is also a visiting spot for foreign dignitaries such as Queen Elizabeth II and the princes of Spain and the Netherlands. It contains 40 percent of the nation's antique shops and art galleries as well as 90 percent of the traditional stationery shops. Particularly noteworthy is Tongmungwan, the oldest bookstore in Seoul, and Kyung-in Art Gallery, the oldest tea house. There are daily calligraphy demonstrations and Pansori performances. N Seoul Tower N Seoul Tower, often called Namsan Tower after the name of the mountain it is located on, is the most identifiable landmark in the Seoul City skyline. One can get a glimpse of this impressive structure jutting into the heavens from many places all around Seoul. While looking up at it is impressive, it doesn t compare to the view from the tower looking down especially when that view is of Seoul all lit up at night. - How can I get there? You may take a circulating bus (Yellow Namsan circulating bus number 02) at the Chungmuro Station (lines 3 and 4) exit 1 (in front of Daehan Cinema) or at the Dongguk University Station (line 3) exit 6. Operating hours and Every 5-8 minutes, from 8:00 a.m. to 12 a.m. intervals Bus Fare 550 KRW for cash and 500 KRW for transportation card. 2. Shopping Area Dongdaemun Fashion Town Dongdaemun Fashion Town houses Korea's largest clothing wholesale market, wedding goods market, Gwanghee Market which specializes in fur and leather, flea market, and 15

16 modern fashion malls such as Doosan Tower, Migliore, and Freya Town. At the modern fashion malls you can enjoy various events such as fashion shows, festivals and hip-hop dance contests in addition to shopping. Namdaemun, Myeongdong Namdaemun and Myeongdong, in addition to being Korea's "shopping heaven," are full of youthful personality and the hustle and bustle of city life. Amidst the surging crowds of Namdaemun Market you'll find an endless number of things to see and buy. Myeongdong, meanwhile, was a symbol of youth and romance during the 1970s. Even now, it's downtown Seoul's most thriving district and a neighborhood rich in culture. If you stroll to the end of Myeongdong-gil, Korea's No. 1 spot for fashion, you'll come to Myeongdong Cathedral, a symbol of Korean Catholicism and the nation's only Gothic-style building. - How can I get there? Namdeamun: Subway line 4, Hoehyun Station, exit 5. Myeongdong: Subway line 4, Myeongdong Station, exit Korea s Famous Food List Samgyetang Samgyetang is a variety of guk or Korean soup, which primarily consists of a whole young chicken and Korean ginseng. The dish s name means ginseng chicken soup in English. Samgyetang is traditionally served in the summer for its supposed nutrients, which replaces those lost through excessive sweating and physical exertion during the hot summers in Korea. It is also enjoyable in winter with hot soup. Bibimbap Bibimbap is a popular Korean dish. The word literally means "mixed rice." Bibimbap is served as a bowl of warm white rice topped with namul (sauteed and seasoned vegetables) and gochujang (chili pepper paste). A raw or fried egg and sliced meat (usually beef) are common additions. The ingredients are stirred together thoroughly just before eating. It can be served either cold or hot. 16

17 Vegetables commonly used in bibimbap include julienned cucumber, zucchini, mu (daikon), mushrooms, doraji (bellflower root), and gim, as well as spinach, soybean sprouts, and gosari (bracken fern stems). Dubu (tofu), either plain or sautéed, or a leaf of lettuce may be added and chicken or seafood may be substituted for beef. For visual appeal, the vegetables are often placed so that adjacent colors complement each other. Bulgogi Bulgogi is a Korean dish that usually consists of marinated barbecued beef, although chicken or pork may also be used. Bulgogi is believed to have originated during the Goguryeo era (37 BC 668 AD) when it was originally called Maekjeok, with the beef being grilled on a skewer. It was called Neobiani, meaning "thinly spreaded" meat, in the Joseon Dynasty and was traditionally prepared especially for the king. 4. Useful Korean Language Hello? : Annyoung hasimnica? Good Bye: Annyounghee gasipsiyo. Thank you: Gamsa hamnida. How much is this?: Eulma imnica? Excuse me: Sil-rye hamnida. I am sorry: Mian Hamnida. Let s go to (Millennium Seoul Hotel). : (Millennium Seoul Hotel) ro gajuseyo. Security and Safety Advice Your safety is important to us. We would like to urge you to carry a valid ID with you. In addition to this, please let at least one of your colleagues know where you are going, who you are with, and your expected return time in case of emergency. Although Seoul is quite a safe place, it would be better to avoid carrying large amount of cash with you. 119: This is an Emergency Call (Fire breaks out, or when there is an emergency patient) Call 119 when you are out of the hotel, and please let us know as well : BBB is a voluntary group providing free translation service in 19 17

18 languages including English, Japanese, Chinese, French, Spanish, Italian, Russian, German, Portuguese, Arabic, Polish, Turkish, Swedish, Thai, Vietnamese, Indonesian and Malay. Some 3,000 volunteers work as translators via cellular phones, 24 hours a day, and seven days a week. The volunteers' pool includes former diplomats, professors and people who majored in specific languages. So, do not hesitate to ask anything when you have difficulties when out of the hotel. 1330: This phone number is for foreigners who are travelling Korea. They will provide you ample information for sightseeing. Documents for departure (Checklist) Passport It is the participants' responsibility to ensure that their passports remain valid throughout their stay in Korea. Visa Participants must obtain an entry visa to Korea which will be issued by the Korean Embassy nearest to them. If there is no Korean diplomatic mission in their country, participants will need to obtain the visa in a third country. Upon receiving visas, please make sure that the "term of validity" is long enough to cover the duration of the designated course. Visa for Third Country: In some cases, participants visiting or leaving Korea may be required to obtain visas for third countries due to a stop-over flight schedules. In this situation, it is participants' responsibility to obtain and pay for the visa. Money for Incidental Expenses Participants are advised to bring some money in US dollars for incidental expenses that may be incurred en route to Korea or upon arrival in Korea. The participant may have to pay the following incidental expenses: Taxes levied during the trip (such as airport taxes, departure taxes, transit airport taxes, etc.) 18

19 Excess baggage charges. Flight Ticket Letter of invitation Contact Information Jongwon Seo Korea Education and Research Information Service (KERIS) KERIS Building, 229, Toegyero, Jung-gu, Seoul, Korea Tel: /Mobile: / Juhui Kim Korea Education and Research Information Service (KERIS) KERIS Building, 229, Toegyero, Jung-gu, Seoul, Korea Tel: /Mobile: / 19