Guided Learning (GL) stems from the concept of self-directed learning. In this module, we were given the freedom to work on a project that we are interested in. Hence, we wanted our project to be based on something that we both enjoy while still being able to incorporate the knowledge we gained from our diploma in Psychology. Thus, we chose to explore the social issues and current affairs of K-POP.

To provide some context, the Korean Phenomenon (known as Hallyu) is used to describe the phenomenal growth of Korean culture. The sharp rise in the popularity of K-POP is just one of the many outcomes of Hallyu. Despite K-POP being so well-known and globally loved, it faces much discrimination from people online and offline. This brought us to question the reason behind the prejudice against it.

Hence, we created the K-pop Insiders in an attempt to understand the two sides of K-POP (i.e., the positive and the negative). Although the majority of this subject is independent, students are allowed to collaborate with other students on a project. Upon confirming our project, we were then assigned a Learning Facilitator (LF) to assist us in their learning journey. Additionally, we used the Plan-Perform-Monitor-Reflect (PPMR) cycle throughout our project as a guide to helping us achieve our learning goals, as covered below.

THE GOOD

For the positive aspect of K-POP, we interviewed fans to shine the light on how K-POP had positively impacted them through the stories shared. In-depth research was conducted to comprehend the positive aspects of K-POP as well as the marketing strategies adopted by companies that enable such phenomenon to happen. All these can be found in the videos curated! Head over to 'THE GOOD" to watch them!

THE BAD

For the negative aspect of K-POP, we interviewed non-fans (also known as anti-fans) to understand why they may be against this global phenomenon. Research on psychological concepts and/or social factors was done to understand the hate that the K-POP industry faces. All these can be found in the videos created! Head over to 'THE BAD" to watch them!