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Course Description Course Name : Language Acquisition Course Code : YDF208 Course Type : Compulsory Level of Course : First Cycle Year of Study : 2 Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks) ECTS : 4 Name of Lecturer(s) : Asst.Prof.Dr. NURAN ASLAN Learning Outcomes of the Course : Knows the theories of foreign language acqusition first with Turkish examples, and then scans related French sources. Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : Teaching the process of language acquisition Course Contents : Theories of the acquisition of first language and foreign language, and utilisation of process of language acquisition in learning foreign language. Language of Instruction : French Work Place : Classrooms   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 Study Türkish articles under the isues of the language functions of brain,intelligence,memory etc... Reading the pages infered in the sources, researching giving presentations Lecture, Brainstorming, Homework 2 Rest of the subject Reading the parts infered in the source, Researching and giving presentations Lecture, Brainstorming, Homework 3 The acquisition of the first language Reading the parts infered in the source, Researching and giving presentations Lecture, Brainstorming, Homework 4 Initial acquisition to the acquisition of a foreign language Reading the parts infered in the source, Researching and giving presentations Lecture, Brainstorming, Homework 5 the acquisition of a foreign language Reading the parts infered in the source, Researching and giving presentations Lecture, Brainstorming, Homework 6 Some theories of language acquisition Reading the parts infered in the source, Researching and giving presentations Lecture, Brainstorming, Homework 7 The six dimensions of a foreign language acquisition Reading the parts infered in the source, Researching and giving presentations Lecture, Brainstorming, Homework 8 Midterm exam preparation for the exam Written exam 9 Linguistic ability Reading the parts infered in the source, Researching and giving presentations Lecture, Brainstorming, Homework 10 Access to language Reading the parts infered in the source, Researching and giving presentations Lecture, Brainstorming, Homework 11 The structure of the development Reading the parts infered in the source, Researching and giving presentations Lecture, Brainstorming, Homework 12 The pace of acquisition Reading the parts infered in the source, Researching and giving presentations Lecture, Brainstorming, Homework 13 The Final State Reading the parts infered in the source, Researching and giving presentations Lecture, Brainstorming, Homework 14 synthesis Reading the parts infered in the source, Researching and giving presentations Lecture, Brainstorming, Homework 15 synthesis Reading the parts infered in the source, Researching and giving presentations Lecture, Brainstorming, Homework 16/17 final exam preparation for the exam Written exam   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  KLEIN, W. L´acquisition de Langue Etrangère,trad: Colette Noyau, Armand Colin, 1987. Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 60     Homeworks/Projects/Others 1 40 Total 100 Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40   Final Assessments 100 Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60 Total 100   Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes # Key Learning Outcome Contribution* 1 Understands the characterictics of the development of students at primary and secondary schools 3 2 Defines basic terms and principles of linguistics, French linguistics and foreign language education. 5 3 Evaluates French teaching and related developments from different aspects by using scientific methods and techniques. 3 4 Describes the cultural factors that may affect French teaching comparatively 3 5 Describes the field and funtions of French as a foreign language. 3 6 Describes the methods of scientific data production in foreign langıage education 4 7 Describes the French Language Education Programme and the methods, strategies and techniques used within this programme. 4 8 Describes the applications related to active communication with students. 4 9 Uses appropriate methods and techniques for the development of students´ creative thinking and problem solving skills. 4 10 Plans teaching and learning process considering individual differences and subject fields. 4 11 Uses information Technologies effectively in both teaching planning and learning process. 4 12 Uses methods and techniques efficiently required for student centered education considering students´ individual and cultural differences. 4 13 Observes students´ progress by using different assessment and evaluation methods and techniques. 3 14 Takesresponsibility individually or within a group to solve problems confronted in French language. 4 15 Becomes a sensitive citizen towards school, society and world problems. 5 16 Evaluates gathered information with a critical attitude by obtaining self-learning skills. 4 17 Has a good communication with his/her students, collegues, school management and families. 3 18 Uses information and communication technologies related to French language education effectively. 3 19 Thinks about proficiency in French teaching and attempt for continuous development. 3 20 Analyzes by following latest innovations in the field of French language education in his/her close environment, country and the world. 4 * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).   Student Workload - ECTS Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour) Course Related Works     Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 2 28     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 2 28 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 8 8     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 12 12     Final Exam 1 12 12 Total Workload: 88 Total Workload / 25 (h): 3.52 ECTS Credit: 4