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Course Description Course Name : Community Service Course Code : GK 314 Course Type : Optional Level of Course : First Cycle Year of Study : 3 Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks) ECTS : 3 Name of Lecturer(s) : Asst.Prof.Dr. CEM CAN Asst.Prof.Dr. HASAN BEDİR Asst.Prof.Dr. MERYEM MİRİOĞLU Asst.Prof.Dr. NEŞE ÜNAL CABAROĞLU Asst.Prof.Dr. JÜLİDE İNÖZÜ Learning Outcomes of the Course : Determines the problematic issues in the community in which s/he lives S/he chooses one of those current social issues in accordance with his/her skills and abilities S/he investigates the solutions related with the issue s/he works on S/he works in collaboration with the other team members and learns to function in the team Working in collaboration with the other team members, s/he works on project plan S/he puts the project into action S/he evaluates the project S/he evaluates the project outcomes S/he organizes various activities related with the project S/he participates in various projects related with community service S/he acquires skills and competences such as teamwork, critical and creative thinking, self-esteem, and problem solving Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : Within the scope of this particular course, we aim at developing awareness and raising awareness in terms of teamwork, responsibility in community, self-confidence, entrepreneurship in community service. Course Contents : Community Service course content aims at developing and gaining the skills as far as the project development, participation in the panels and meetings, social responsibility, being volunteer in community works are concerned. Language of Instruction : English Work Place : - Public institutions - Hospitals - Orphanages - Museums and historical sites - Galleries, libraries - Units related with municipalities - Universities - Foundations - NGOs - Local administrative units - Correctional facilities   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 Discussion on choosing the project topic, best practice research, presentation of the topics, and team formation None Discussion, Q&A sessions, presentation, brainstorming, critical thinking 2 Determination of the team members, project topics, implementation settings, project phases, assigning the work packages None Q&A sessions 3 Weekly evaluation, suggestions, Q&A sessions None Q&A sessions 4 Weekly evaluation, suggestions, Q&A sessions None Q&A sessions 5 Weekly evaluation, suggestions, Q&A sessions None Q&A sessions 6 Weekly evaluation, suggestions, Q&A sessions None Discussion, Q&A sessions 7 Weekly evaluation, suggestions, Q&A sessions None Discussion, Q&A sessions 8 Weekly evaluation, suggestions, Q&A sessions None Q&A sessions 9 Weekly evaluation, suggestions, Q&A sessions None Q&A sessions 10 Weekly evaluation, suggestions, Q&A sessions None Q&A sessions 11 Weekly evaluation, suggestions, Q&A sessions None Q&A sessions 12 Weekly evaluation, suggestions, Q&A sessions None Discussion, Q&A sessions 13 Weekly evaluation, suggestions, Q&A sessions None Discussion, Q&A sessions 14 Weekly evaluation, suggestions, Q&A sessions None Discussion, Q&A sessions 15 Weekly evaluation, suggestions, Q&A sessions None Q&A sessions 16/17 Weekly evaluation, suggestions, Q&A sessions None Discussion, Q&A sessions, Project Report   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Community Service Portfolio and the related instructions Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 0 0     Homeworks/Projects/Others 1 100 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. 3 2 Distinguishes characteristic features of different age groups. 4 3 Benefits of basic concepts and principles while practicising. 3 4 Distinguishes basic concepts and principles in language teaching. 2 5 Transfers knowledge according to the characteristic features of specific age groups. 4 6 Students list testing and assessment methods. 3 7 Applies appropriate testing and assessment methods within context. 3 8 Distinguishes methods of material development, use and adaptation. 3 9 Chooses among methods and materials according to the needs (age, environment and physical conditions) of students 5 10 Adapts and develops materials according to needs. 4 11 Evaluates course books according to the suitability for students´ profile. 1 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.. 3 15 Translates from native language to foreign language and from foreign language to native language. 5 16 Gains theoretical knowledge of translation. 3 17 Reflects theoretical knowledge of language teaching skills in practice. 4 18 Explains subfields of linguistics, distinguish basic terms and theories. 3 19 Interprets how linguistic theories work in various languages. 1 * 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) 24 1 24 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 5 5     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 0 0 0     Final Exam 0 0 0 Total Workload: 71 Total Workload / 25 (h): 2.84 ECTS Credit: 3