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Course Description Course Name : Language Acquisition Course Code : YDA301 Course Type : Compulsory Level of Course : First Cycle Year of Study : 3 Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks) ECTS : 5 Name of Lecturer(s) : Asst.Prof.Dr. HACI OSMAN ASLAN Learning Outcomes of the Course : Native language and foreign language acquisition theories and the theories of critical evaluation, language development and language acquisition, acquisition in foreign language teaching, deinimi process stages, learning how to learn Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : First and second language acquisition theories and critical evaluation of this theory, language development, and deinimi stages of the process. Course Contents : The basic concepts of language acquisition, language learning patterns and strategies, the process of language acquisition, analysis, comparison of the mother tongue and foreign language acquisition and language acquisition, epitomized evaluation of foreign language teaching and learning processes. 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 First language acquisition, bilingualism, and associated concepts Concepts and processes research, Reading about the subject matter lecture, discussion, brainstorming, homework 2 Second and foreign language acquisition; multilingualism Concepts and processes research,Reading about the subject matter lecture, discussion, brainstorming, homework 3 Conditions and factors in first language acquisition Concepts and processes research,Reading about the subject matter lecture, discussion, brainstorming, homework 4 Cognitive and social factors in first and second language acquisition Concepts and processes research, Reading about the subject matter lecture, discussion, brainstorming, homework 5 Development properties of First Language Acquisition Concepts and processes research, Reading about the subject matter lecture, discussion, brainstorming, homework 6 Theories of learning and meaningful words Concepts and processes researh, Reading about the subject matter lecture, discussion, brainstorming, homework 7 Theories of learning and meaningful words Concepts and processes research, Reading about the subject matter lecture, discussion, brainstorming, homework 8 Mid-term exam Written exam 9 The impact of the first language, foreign language Concepts and processes research, Reading about the subject matter lecture, discussion, brainstorming, homework 10 Cognitive factors and language learning habits and strategies Concepts and processes research, Reading about the subject matter lecture, discussion, brainstorming, homework 11 Social-psychological factors Concepts and processes research, Reading about the subject matter lecture, discussion, brainstorming, homework 12 Language learning process, developed in the student´s language and related theories Concepts and processes research, Reading about the subject matter Straight lecture, discussion, brainstorming, homework 13 Linguistic structures learnt processes and related theories Concepts and processes research, Reading about the subject matter lecture, discussion, brainstorming, homework 14 Theories of learning foreign language Concepts and processes research, Reading about the subject matter lecture, discussion, brainstorming, homework 15 Accurately articulates the results to be issued for our country Concepts and processes research,Reading about the subject matter,and evaluation lecture, discussion, brainstorming, homework 16/17 Final exam Written exam   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)     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 Understand and explain the German Language Training program and the teaching methods, techniques and strategies used in the teaching of this program. 4 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. 4 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. 5 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. 4 11 Use required methods and techniques effectively by considering students´ individual and cultural differences in student-centered teaching. 5 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. 4 15 Evaluate learned knowledge critically by gaining self-learning ability. 5 16 Establish healthy communication with students, colleagues, school administrators, and parents. 4 17 Use information and communication technologies in German language education effectively. 3 18 Think about his/her proficiency in German teaching and attempt for a continuous improvement. 5 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 4 56     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 4 56 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 2 2     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 10 10     Final Exam 1 10 10 Total Workload: 134 Total Workload / 25 (h): 5.36 ECTS Credit: 5