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Course Description Course Name : Theories of Foreign Language Teaching I Course Code : YDS223 Course Type : Optional Level of Course : First Cycle Year of Study : 2 Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks) ECTS : 3 Name of Lecturer(s) : Assoc.Prof.Dr. ERGÜN SERİNDAĞ Learning Outcomes of the Course : Defines the general learning theories. Knows the psychological and pragmatical dimensions of learning. Establishes a relationship between the theories and methods of learning a foreign language. Knows the basics methodology of foreign language teaching for adults and children . Knows error analysis. Creates his/her own teaching method. Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : To raise awareness of language learning and teaching, to teach the basic learning theories, to establish the relationship between theory and methods in language teaching. Course Contents : General learning theories, hypotheses of foreign language learning. Language of Instruction : Germany Work Place : Classroom   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 Classical theories of learning Reading and research related resources Powerpoint presentation, lecture, discussion, brain storm 2 Behaviorism, cognitivism, constructivism Reading and research related resources Powerpoint presentation, lecture, discussion, brain storm 3 The Kontrastivhypothese Reading and research related resources Powerpoint presentation, lecture, discussion, brain storm 4 The identity hypothesis Reading and research related resources Powerpoint presentation, lecture, discussion, brain storm 5 The interlanguage hypothesis Reading and research related resources Powerpoint presentation, lecture, discussion, brain storm 6 Input hypotheses Reading and research related resources Powerpoint presentation, lecture, discussion, brain storm 7 Meaning negotiation hypothesis Reading and research related resources Powerpoint presentation, lecture, discussion, brain storm 8 Mid-term exam Written exam 9 Output hypotheses, the interaction hypothesis Reading and research related resources Powerpoint presentation, lecture, discussion, brain storm 10 The hypothesis of the supported outputs, the control subjects hypothesis Reading and research related resources Powerpoint presentation, lecture, discussion, brain storm 11 The eavesdroppers and Intake vs. Self-correction hypothesis Reading and research related resources Powerpoint presentation, lecture, discussion, brain storm 12 The Monitor Theory Reading and research related resources Powerpoint presentation, lecture, discussion, brain storm 13 Alternatives to monitor Theory Reading and research related resources Powerpoint presentation, lecture, discussion, brain storm 14 Practical Applications Reading and research related resources Powerpoint presentation, lecture, discussion, brain storm 15 Summary Reading and research related resources Powerpoint presentation, lecture, discussion, brain storm 16/17 Final exam Review for the exam Written exam   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Gert, H. (1986): Studienbuch: Grundlagen für den Unterricht im Fach DaF, Schöningh, München.  Edmondson, W.; House, J.(2000): Einführung in die Sprachforschung, Franke, Tübingen.  Özden, Y. (2005): Öğrenme ve Öğretme, Pegem, Ankara. Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 40     Homeworks/Projects/Others 1 60 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 Understand and explain the German Language Training program and the teaching methods, techniques and strategies used in the teaching of this program. 5 2 Understand the developmental features of primary and secondary school students. 5 3 Describe the applications of effective communication with students. 5 4 Use appropriate methods and techniques for the development of students´ critical thinking, creative thinking and problem solving skills. 3 5 Explain the basic concepts and principles of linguistics, German grammar and foreign language education. 4 6 Describe cultural factors that may influence teaching German comparatively. 4 7 Understand and explain the fields and functions of German as a foreign language. 4 8 Explain the method of producing scientific knowledge in foreign language education. 4 9 Plan teaching and learning process by taking individual differences and subject areas into account. 5 10 Use information technologies within the planning of teaching and learning process. 5 11 Use required methods and techniques effectively by considering students´ individual and cultural differences in student-centered teaching. 4 12 Monitor students´ progress using different methods and techniques of assessment and evaluation. 4 13 Assume responsibility in solving problems confronted in German languageoth individually and as a group. 4 14 Be a sensitive citizen towards problems in school, community and world. 3 15 Evaluate learned knowledge critically by gaining self-learning ability. 4 16 Establish healthy communication with students, colleagues, school administrators, and parents. 3 17 Use information and communication technologies in German language education effectively. 5 18 Think about his/her proficiency in German teaching and attempt for a continuous improvement. 4 19 Have the ability to analyze latest events in his/her close environment, country and around the world related to German language education. 4 20 Explain and evaluate the developments in German teaching using scientific methods and techniques of teaching. 5 * 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 2 28 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 5 5     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 5 5     Final Exam 1 5 5 Total Workload: 85 Total Workload / 25 (h): 3.4 ECTS Credit: 3