COURSE INTRODUCTION AND APPLICATION INFORMATION


Course Name
Turkish I
Code
Semester
Theory
(hour/week)
Application/Lab
(hour/week)
Local Credits
ECTS
TRK 101
Fall
2
0
2
1
Prerequisites
None
Course Language
Turkish
Course Type
Required
Course Level
First Cycle
Mode of Delivery -
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
Assistant(s) -
Course Objectives The objective of this course is to show the students characteristics and rules of Turkish Language through examples; make them achieve the habit and skill of showing their emotions, thoughts, plans, impressions, observations, and experiences accurately and efficiently in writing and verbally; develop their vocabulary with the help of written and verbal texts; teach them the rules of comprehending accurately the texts they read or programs they listen to; develop their language skills which form the basis of the communication between individuals and populace. At the end of this course students will be able to:
Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • understand the rules of written expression, gain the ability to express their ideas effectively.
  • learn the words forming sentences and recognize the importance of syntax.
  • gain reading habit and read the book or attend events where comments from their perspective.
  • acquire the stages of preparing scientific writing (collecting data, showing references, etc.).
  • use communication tools -the form of petitions, official report, letters, etc. -for future life.
Course Description Students will be taught how to use the written communication tools accurately and efficiently in this course. Various types of written statements will be examined through a critical point of view by doing exercises on understanding, telling, reading, and writing. Punctuation and spelling rules, which are basis of written statement, will be taught and accurate usage of these rules for efficient and strong expression will be provided.
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Course Category

Core Courses
Major Area Courses
Supportive Courses
Media and Managment Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

 

WEEKLY SUBJECTS AND RELATED PREPARATION STUDIES

Week Subjects Required Materials
1 Communication Yakıcı, A., Yücel, M., (...)&Yelok,S. (2010). Türk Dili ve Kompozisyon Bilgileri, Yargı Publishing House, Ankara, p. 1-7
2 Elements of Communication Yakıcı, A., Yücel, M., (...)&Yelok,S. (2010). Türk Dili ve Kompozisyon Bilgileri, Yargı Publishing House, Ankara, p. 8-16
3 Languages on World Yakıcı, A., Yücel, M., (...)&Yelok,S. (2010). Türk Dili ve Kompozisyon Bilgileri, Yargı Publishing House, Ankara, p. 39-47
4 The Place of Turkish Among World Languages Yakıcı, A., Yücel, M., (...)&Yelok,S. (2010). Türk Dili ve Kompozisyon Bilgileri, Yargı Publishing House, Ankara, p. 48-56
5 Culture and Elements of Culture Yakıcı, A., Yücel, M., (...)&Yelok,S. (2010). Türk Dili ve Kompozisyon Bilgileri, Yargı Publishing House, Ankara, p. 48-56
6 Culture Types and Language Culture Relationship Yakıcı, A., Yücel, M., (...)&Yelok,S. (2010). Türk Dili ve Kompozisyon Bilgileri, Yargı Publishing House, Ankara, p. 27-33
7 Spelling Rules (Correctional Mark, Writing Some Words and Attachments, Where Lowercase Letters Are Used, Where Capital Letters Are Used) Yakıcı, A., Yücel, M., (...)&Yelok,S. (2010). Türk Dili ve Kompozisyon Bilgileri, Yargı Publishing House, Ankara, p. 147-165
8 Spelling Rules (Correctional Mark, Writing Some Words and Attachments, Where Lowercase Letters Are Used, Where Capital Letters Are Used) Yakıcı, A., Yücel, M., (...)&Yelok,S. (2010). Türk Dili ve Kompozisyon Bilgileri, Yargı Publishing House, Ankara, p. 147-165
9 Punctuation Marks Yakıcı, A., Yücel, M., (...)&Yelok,S. (2010). Türk Dili ve Kompozisyon Bilgileri, Yargı Publishing House, Ankara, p. 48-56
10 Punctuation Marks Yakıcı, A., Yücel, M., (...)&Yelok,S. (2010). Türk Dili ve Kompozisyon Bilgileri, Yargı Publishing House, Ankara, p. 48-56
11 Composition and Forms of Expression Yakıcı, A., Yücel, M., (...)&Yelok,S. (2010). Türk Dili ve Kompozisyon Bilgileri, Yargı Publishing House, Ankara, p. 229-243
12 Types of Writing (Official "Formal" Articles: Petition, Record, Decision) Yakıcı, A., Yücel, M., (...)&Yelok,S. (2010). Türk Dili ve Kompozisyon Bilgileri, Yargı Publishing House, Ankara, p. 245-292
13 Writing Types (Official "Formal" Articles: Report, Business Letters, CV) Yakıcı, A., Yücel, M., (...)&Yelok,S. (2010). Türk Dili ve Kompozisyon Bilgileri, Yargı Publishing House, Ankara, p. 245-292
14 Types of Writing: Articles Transmitting Thoughts and Information: Clause, Article, Criticism, Essay, Letter…) Yakıcı, A., Yücel, M., (...)&Yelok,S. (2010). Türk Dili ve Kompozisyon Bilgileri, Yargı Publishing House, Ankara, p. 357-404
15 Types of Writing: Articles Transmitting Thoughts and Information: Clause, Article, Criticism, Essay, Letter…) Yakıcı, A., Yücel, M., (...)&Yelok,S. (2010). Türk Dili ve Kompozisyon Bilgileri, Yargı Publishing House, Ankara, p. 357-404
16 Scientific Research Techniques (Scientific Research) Yakıcı, A., Yücel, M., (...)&Yelok,S. (2010). Türk Dili ve Kompozisyon Bilgileri, Yargı Publishing House, Ankara, p. 465-481
Course Notes/Textbooks

Yakıcı, A., Yücel, M., (...)&Yelok,S. (2010). Türk Dili ve Kompozisyon Bilgileri, Yargı Publishing House, Ankara.

Suggested Readings/Materials

Korkmaz, Z. (2003). Türk Dili ve Kompozisyon Bilgileri, 6. Baskı, Ankara:YargıYayınevi..

 

EVALUATION SYSTEM

Semester Activities Number Weigthing
Participation
Laboratory / Application
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
1
30
Presentation / Jury
-
-
Project
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exam
Midterm
1
35
Final Exam
1
35
Total

Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade
4
65
Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade
1
35
Total

ECTS / WORKLOAD TABLE

Semester Activities Number Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
2
32
Laboratory / Application Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
Study Hours Out of Class
14
1
14
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
1
3
Presentation / Jury
-
-
Project
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exam
Midterms
1
4
Final Exams
1
6
    Total
59

 

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS RELATIONSHIP

#
Program Competencies/Outcomes
* Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1

Obtaining written language skills that would support the field of Applied English and Translation.

2

Being able to use and interpret the knowledge acquired in the field of Applied English and Translation

3

Being able to convey ideas and suggestions to solve problems related to the field of Applied English and Translation in written form

4

Developing vocabulary skills in English and acquiring skills to apply them in the field of translation

5

Acquiring basic skills and knowledge to do research in English language

6

Innovative and creative thinking accompanied by the ability to apply newly-acquired knowledge not only in familiar, but also in novel and unusual contexts

7

Taking responsibility as an individual and as part of the group, being open-minded, constructive and self-confident, tolerating criticism and working effectively and productively

8

Internalizing the requirements of complying with the values of business ethics, being socially and scientifically ethical in every aspect of gathering, interpreting, sharing and applying data in the field of Applied English and Translation under all circumstances

9

Being able to use computer programs, informatics and communication technologies as required by the field of Applied English and Translation

10

Being able to evaluate the acquired knowledge and skills critically, adopting life-time learning approach, constantly updating and renewing the acquired knowldge

*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest