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Course Description Course Name : Oral Expression and Public Speaking Skills Course Code : YDI209 Course Type : Optional Level of Course : First Cycle Year of Study : 2 Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks) ECTS : 3 Name of Lecturer(s) : Instructor AYŞE GÖRGÜN Asst.Prof.Dr. MERYEM MİRİOĞLU Learning Outcomes of the Course : Gains practical skills for effective communication Learns fundamental stages of speech preparation and delivery Makes use of audio and visual aids, prepares a speech and delivers it. Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : The main aim of this course is to build upon both theoretical and practical skills for effective communication, fundamental stages of speech preparation and delivery. Course Contents : Practical skills for effective communication; fundamental stages of speech preparation and delivery including adopting and developing audio and visual aids; extended presentations as an outcome of extensive reading and research; oral and written language skills in job-related situations such as interviewing, socializing, telephoning, presenting information, holding meetings as well as CV and application writing Language of Instruction : English Work Place : R1 & R2   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 Speaking in public Read assigned task / get prepared for discussion Lecture / Presentation / Discussion 2 Ethics in public speaking Read assigned task / get prepared for discussion Lecture / Presentation / Discussion 3 Listening Read assigned task / get prepared for discussion Lecture / Presentation / Discussion 4 Organizing the body of speech Read assigned task / get prepared for discussion Lecture / Presentation / Discussion 5 Beginning and ending the speech Read assigned task / get prepared for discussion Lecture / Presentation / Discussion 6 Using language Read assigned task / get prepared for discussion Lecture / Presentation / Discussion 7 Using visual aids Read assigned task / get prepared for discussion Lecture / Presentation / Discussion 8 Midterm Research, preparing presentation Presentation 9 Outlining the speech Read assigned task / get prepared for discussion Lecture / Presentation / Discussion 10 Delivery Read assigned task / get prepared for discussion Lecture / Presentation / Discussion 11 Informative speeches Read assigned task / get prepared for discussion Lecture / Presentation / Discussion 12 Persuasive speeches Read assigned task / get prepared for discussion Lecture / Presentation / Discussion 13 Methods of persuasion Read assigned task / get prepared for discussion Lecture / Presentation / Discussion 14 Speech on special occasions Read assigned task / get prepared for discussion Lecture / Presentation / Discussion 15 Revision Read assigned task / get prepared for discussion Lecture / Presentation / Discussion 16/17 Final Research, preparing presentation Presentation   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Bradbury, A. (2006). Sucessful Presentation Skills. London: Philadelphia : Kogan Page. (Electronic)  Davidson, J. (2003). The Complete Guide to Public Speaking. John Wiley & Sons. (Electronic)  Dowis, R. (2000). The Lost art of the Great Speech: how to write it, how to deliver it. New York : AMACOM. (Electronic)  Lucas, S. (1998). The Art of Public Speaking. (6th Ed.). Boston: McGraw Hill. Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 50     Homeworks/Projects/Others 2 50 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 Defines literary terms. 1 2 Distinguishes characteristic features of different age groups. 2 3 Benefits of basic concepts and principles while practicising. 2 4 Distinguishes basic concepts and principles in language teaching. 2 5 Transfers knowledge according to the characteristic features of specific age groups. 2 6 Students list testing and assessment methods. 2 7 Applies appropriate testing and assessment methods within context. 2 8 Distinguishes methods of material development, use and adaptation. 2 9 Chooses among methods and materials according to the needs (age, environment and physical conditions) of students 3 10 Adapts and develops materials according to needs. 3 11 Evaluates course books according to the suitability for students´ profile. 2 12 Criticises and chooses course books from different aspects. 2 13 Gains theoretical knowledge of teaching language skills. 5 14 Analyzes and interprets literary texts.. 2 15 Translates from native language to foreign language and from foreign language to native language. 1 16 Gains theoretical knowledge of translation. 1 17 Reflects theoretical knowledge of language teaching skills in practice. 4 18 Explains subfields of linguistics, distinguish basic terms and theories. 2 19 Interprets how linguistic theories work in various languages. 2 * 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 3 42     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 1 14 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 2 5 10     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 8 8     Final Exam 1 8 8 Total Workload: 82 Total Workload / 25 (h): 3.28 ECTS Credit: 3