| Course Description |
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| Course Name |
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Material Evaluation and Adaptation |
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| Course Code |
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YDI401 |
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| Course Type |
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Optional |
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| Level of Course |
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First Cycle |
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| Year of Study |
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4 |
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| Course Semester |
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Fall (16 Weeks) |
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| ECTS |
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4 |
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| Name of Lecturer(s) |
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Asst.Prof.Dr. HASAN BEDİR
Asst.Prof.Dr. GÜLDEN TÜM
Asst.Prof.Dr. EBRU ŞİRE KAYA
Asst.Prof.Dr. JÜLİDE İNÖZÜ
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| Learning Outcomes of the Course |
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Evaluates English learning materials based on multiple dimensions identified by applied linguists as important for language learning.
Follows a systematic approach to materials design which is appropriate for a given context.
Analyzes the language-content connection that exists in all English learning materials
Identifies specific linguistic, content, and cultural aspects of materials that make them more
Develops materials-based assessments aimed at helping students learn.
Describes the scope of English language learning materials, tools, and resources available to students and teachers today
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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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YDI306 Teaching Language Skills II
YDI305 Teaching Language Skills I
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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 goal of the course is to increase expertise of the students in a manner that will allow them to build upon their knowledge and contribute to materials development. It treats a major issue in ELT materials each week through a combination of readings from professional journals and books, lectures by course teachers, follow-up discussion and analysis and development of materials. |
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| Course Contents |
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theory and principles of ELT material design; selecting, adapting, developing and evaluating materials; adapting coursebook materials to particular learning needs and teaching context; designing supplementary materials; language material and textbook evaluation criteria |
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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 |
Approaches to materials evaluation |
What are materials and their roles? |
pre-class reading and research followed by in-class discussion |
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2 |
Choosing a coursebook - first glance evaluation |
learner/teacher factors to be considered in coursebook selection |
pre-class reading and research followed by in-class discussion |
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3 |
Choosing a coursebook - close evaluation |
criteria in coursebook evaluation |
pre-class reading and research followed by in-class discussion |
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4 |
Evaluating a coursebook using the criteria discussed |
choosing a coursebook to evaluate |
identifying a comtemporary coursebook and evaluating it using the criteria |
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5 |
Adapting a coursebook |
identifying a problem in the coursebook evaluated in the previous week |
identifying a problem and adapting a coursebook using the techniques discussed |
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6 |
Adapting reading materials |
choosing a reading material and idetifying a problem to adapt |
reading material analysis and adaptation |
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7 |
Adapting reading materials |
choosing a reading material and idetifying a problem to adapt |
reading material analysis and adaptation |
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8 |
Mid-term exam |
Revision |
sit-down exam |
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9 |
Adapting listening materials |
choosing a listening material and idetifying a problem to adapt |
listening material analysis and adaptation |
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10 |
Adapting speaking materials |
choosing a speaking material and idetifying a problem to adapt |
speaking material analysis and adaptation |
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11 |
Adapting speaking materials |
choosing a speaking material and idetifying a problem to adapt |
speaking material analysis and adaptation |
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12 |
Adapting writing materials |
choosing a writing material and idetifying a problem to adapt |
writing material analysis and adaptation |
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13 |
Adapting writing materials |
choosing a writing material and idetifying a problem to adapt |
writing material analysis and adaptation |
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14 |
Materials design and development |
identifying specific learning needs |
designing learning materials according to specific learner needs |
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15 |
Materials and ideology |
ideological encoding of materials |
pre-class research and alaysis followed by in-class discussion |
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16/17 |
Final exam |
Revision |
sit-down exam |
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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. |
5 |
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3 |
Benefits of basic concepts and principles while practicising. |
5 |
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4 |
Distinguishes basic concepts and principles in language teaching. |
4 |
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5 |
Transfers knowledge according to the characteristic features of specific age groups. |
5 |
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6 |
Students list testing and assessment methods. |
4 |
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7 |
Applies appropriate testing and assessment methods within context. |
5 |
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8 |
Distinguishes methods of material development, use and adaptation. |
5 |
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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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5 |
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10 |
Adapts and develops materials according to needs. |
5 |
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11 |
Evaluates course books according to the suitability for students´ profile. |
5 |
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12 |
Criticises and chooses course books from different aspects. |
5 |
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13 |
Gains theoretical knowledge of teaching language skills. |
4 |
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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. |
4 |
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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. |
0 |
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19 |
Interprets how linguistic theories work in various languages. |
0 |
| * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum). |
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