| Course Description |
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| Course Name |
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Effective Communication |
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| Course Code |
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OGK305 |
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| Course Type |
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Compulsory |
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| Level of Course |
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First Cycle |
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| Year of Study |
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3 |
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| Course Semester |
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Fall (16 Weeks) |
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| ECTS |
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3 |
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| Name of Lecturer(s) |
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Asst.Prof.Dr. MUSTAFA YAŞAR
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| Learning Outcomes of the Course |
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Explains basic concepts about communication
Analyzes and solves interpersonal conflicts.
Has the ability to listen effectively and provide feedback.
Reads body language and use his/her body language effectively.
Organizes a good claaroom environment for effective learning
Builds a relationship based on cooperation with families and others around the school
Speaks effectively in front of the public
Develops empathy
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| Mode of Delivery |
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Face-to-Face |
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| Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites |
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None |
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| Recommended Optional Programme Components |
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None |
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| Aim(s) of Course |
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To help students develop students´ skills on interpersonal communication and insight on relationships. |
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| Course Contents |
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Definition of concepts about interpersonal communication, properties of communication process, basic communication skills (listening and talking), the factors that hinders communication, conflict resolution, body language, communicating with children, communication skills related to society (biases, prejudices, shyness, public speaking, etc.) |
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| Language of Instruction |
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Turkish |
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| Work Place |
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classroom |
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Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities |
| Week | Subject | Student's Preliminary Work | Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
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1 |
Introduction to the course content |
Scanning topic to be taught and read from suggested books and articles |
Discussion |
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2 |
Definitions of communication and basic concepts |
Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles |
Discussion |
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3 |
Communication barriers and other factors that hinders communication |
Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles |
Discussion, small group discussion |
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4 |
communication problems and conflict resolution |
Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles |
Discussion, small group discussion |
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5 |
communication problems and conflict resolution |
Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles |
Discussion, role playing, drama |
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6 |
Communication in classroom |
Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles |
Discussion, small group discussion |
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7 |
Communication with parents |
Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles |
Discussion, role playing, drama |
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8 |
Mid -term Exam |
preparation for the exam |
written exam with some multiple choices |
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9 |
communication problems and conflict resolution |
Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles |
Discussion, role playing, drama |
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10 |
Listening and self expression |
Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles |
Discussion, role playing, drama |
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11 |
Body language and nonverbal communication |
Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles |
Discussion, role playing, drama |
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12 |
skills to influence people and interview techniques |
Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles |
Discussion, role playing, drama |
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13 |
Theoretical approaches and models of interpersonal relationship |
Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles |
Discussion, small group discussion |
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14 |
Theoretical approaches and models of interpersonal relationship |
Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles |
Discussion, small group discussion |
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15 |
sharing homeworks and overall course evaluation |
Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles |
Discussion, small group discussion |
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16/17 |
final-exam |
preparation for the exam |
written exam with some multiple choices |
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| Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes |
| # | Key Learning Outcome | Contribution* |
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1 |
Explains basic concepts related to Science and Mathematics. |
0 |
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2 |
Modifies education settings to accommodate children with special needs and applies an inclusive education. |
2 |
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3 |
Has the skills of active listening, empathy, self-expression, and use of communication technology for effective interpersonal communication. |
5 |
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4 |
Explains the theories of development, learning, and education related to pre-school children. |
0 |
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5 |
Prepares an annual/daily plan by considering pre-school children´s developmental characteristics, individual differences, and their interests and needs. |
0 |
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6 |
Does multifaceted assessment and evaluation to support children´s development and provide long lasting educational effects. |
0 |
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7 |
Explains regulations, principles and education program about early childhood education. |
0 |
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8 |
Applies appropriate methods and techniques to support children´s development from all perspectives. |
3 |
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9 |
Designs and organizes educational environments in accordance with children´s developmental needs, physical conditions and principles of effective classroom management. |
3 |
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10 |
Chooses, prepares and uses materials appropriate for children´s developmental level and individual characteristics. |
0 |
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11 |
Uses family involvement strategies actively. |
3 |
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12 |
Has the ability to search, discover, create alternative solutions, reach information, think critically and engages in productive discussions for personal and professional improvement. |
3 |
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13 |
Uses information technology effectively to reach educational goals. |
0 |
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14 |
Improves him-/herself continuously in scientific, social, cultural and athletic field besides professional development. |
4 |
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15 |
Plans and conducts a scientific project , and do necessary analysis by using scientific research methodology . |
0 |
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16 |
Has necessary skills and knowledge in the fields of music, games and drama. |
0 |
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17 |
Takes an active role in individual and group activities and successfully finish the tasks. |
2 |
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18 |
Uses her/his knowledge in professional and daily life in accordance with social responsibility and ethics. |
0 |
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19 |
Considers issues related to educational settings and daily life based on historical, philosophical and sociological perspectives. |
0 |
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20 |
Shows critical, creative and independent thinking abilities and posseses a multi dimensional perspective on professional, social and cultural issues. |
0 |
| * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum). |
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