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| Course Description |
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| Course Name |
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Linguistics I |
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| Course Code |
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YDI203 |
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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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2 |
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| Course Semester |
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Fall (16 Weeks) |
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| ECTS |
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5 |
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| Name of Lecturer(s) |
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Asst.Prof.Dr. ABDURRAHMAN KİLİMCİ
Asst.Prof.Dr. MERYEM MİRİOĞLU
Asst.Prof.Dr. CEM CAN
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| Learning Outcomes of the Course |
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Uunderstands and explains the basic concepts associated with the different branches of linguistics.
Identifies the phonetic properties of words, phrases and sentences.
Analyzes words, showing their structure and assigns the appropriate word formation processes to a variety of words with different forms.
Analyzes sentences, showing their structure and their constituents.
Analyzes sentences, showing the semantic roles realized by the different constituents in each sentence.
Transcribes words, phrases and sentences using the IPA system.
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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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The aim of the course is to provide the students with the subject matter of language and linguistics with basic linguistic concepts through an overview of nature and universals of human language with its such aspects of sound structure and patterns, word and sentence structure, and the meanings of words and expressions |
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| Course Contents |
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The course will cover several core areas of the study of nature and universals of human language, phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax and semantics . |
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| Language of Instruction |
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English |
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| Work Place |
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R1 classrooms |
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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
What is Linguistics?
Linguistic Knowledge
Competence/Performance
Language Universals |
Readings/Homework |
Lecture/Presentation |
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2 |
Animal Languages
Language and Thought
The Origin of Language |
Readings/Homework |
Lecture/Presentation |
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3 |
MORPHOLOGY I
Content words and Function words
Morphemes: Minimal Units of Meaning
Rules of Word Formation |
Readings/Homework |
Lecture/Presentation |
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4 |
MORPHOLOGY II
Hierachical Structure of Words
Identifying Morphemes
Morphological Analysis |
Readings/Homework |
Lecture/Presentation |
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5 |
PHONETICS I
Sound Segments
Prosodic Features
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Readings/Homework |
Lecture/Presentation |
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6 |
PHONETICS II
Phonetic Symbols and Correspondences |
Readings/Homework |
Lecture/Presentation |
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7 |
PHONOLOGY I
Pronunciation of Morphemes
Phonemes |
Readings/Homework |
Lecture/Presentation |
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8 |
Midterm |
Revision |
Sit-down exam |
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9 |
PHONOLOGY II
Sequential Constrains of Phonemes
The reason why the phonological rules exist |
Readings/Homework |
Lecture/Presentation |
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10 |
SYNTAX I
The function of Syntax Rules
Syntactic Competence
Syntactic Categories
Constituents and constituency tests
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Readings/Homework |
Lecture/Presentation |
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11 |
SYNTAX II
Phrase Structure Rules and Trees
Heads and Complements
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Readings/Homework |
Lecture/Presentation |
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12 |
SYNTAX III
Structural Ambiguities
Transformational Rules
UG Principles and Parametres |
Readings/Homework |
Lecture/Presentation |
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13 |
SEMANTICS I
The meaning of Language
The meaning of Sentences
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Readings/Homework |
Lecture/Presentation |
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14 |
SEMANTICS II
Compositional Semantics
Lexical Semantics
Theories of word meaning |
Readings/Homework |
Lecture/Presentation |
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15 |
Review |
Reading |
Discussion |
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16/17 |
FINAL EXAM |
Revision |
Sit-down exam |
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Required Course Resources |
| Resource Type | Resource Name |
| Recommended Course Material(s) |
 Fromkin, V., Rodman, R. and Hyams, N. (2006). An Introduction to Language. Wardsworth Publishing. 8th Edition.
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| Required Course Material(s) | |
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Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria |
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Semester/Year Assessments |
Number |
Contribution Percentage |
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Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) |
1 |
60 |
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Homeworks/Projects/Others |
14 |
40 |
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Total |
100 |
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Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success |
40 |
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Final Assessments
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100 |
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Rate of Final Assessments to Success
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60 |
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Total |
100 |
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| Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes |
| # | Key Learning Outcome | Contribution* |
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1 |
Defines literary terms. |
0 |
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2 |
Distinguishes characteristic features of different age groups. |
0 |
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3 |
Benefits of basic concepts and principles while practicising. |
4 |
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4 |
Distinguishes basic concepts and principles in language teaching. |
0 |
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5 |
Transfers knowledge according to the characteristic features of specific age groups. |
0 |
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6 |
Students list testing and assessment methods. |
0 |
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7 |
Applies appropriate testing and assessment methods within context. |
0 |
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8 |
Distinguishes methods of material development, use and adaptation. |
0 |
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9 |
Chooses among methods and materials according to the needs (age, environment and physical conditions) of students
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4 |
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10 |
Adapts and develops materials according to needs. |
4 |
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11 |
Evaluates course books according to the suitability for students´ profile. |
0 |
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12 |
Criticises and chooses course books from different aspects. |
0 |
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13 |
Gains theoretical knowledge of teaching language skills. |
0 |
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14 |
Analyzes and interprets literary texts.. |
0 |
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15 |
Translates from native language to foreign language and from foreign language to native language. |
0 |
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16 |
Gains theoretical knowledge of translation. |
0 |
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17 |
Reflects theoretical knowledge of language teaching skills in practice. |
0 |
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18 |
Explains subfields of linguistics, distinguish basic terms and theories. |
5 |
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19 |
Interprets how linguistic theories work in various languages. |
4 |
| * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum). |
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| Student Workload - ECTS |
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Total Workload (Hour) |
| Course Related Works |
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Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) |
14 |
3 |
42 |
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Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) |
14 |
3 |
42 |
| Assesment Related Works |
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Homeworks, Projects, Others |
14 |
3 |
42 |
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Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) |
1 |
2 |
2 |
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Final Exam |
1 |
2 |
2 |
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Total Workload: | 130 |
| Total Workload / 25 (h): | 5.2 |
| ECTS Credit: | 5 |
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