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  Course Description
Course Name : Teaching Turkish as a Foreign Language

Course Code : YDI411

Course Type : Compulsory

Level of Course : First Cycle

Year of Study : 4

Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 4

Name of Lecturer(s) : Asst.Prof.Dr. GÜLDEN TÜM

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Learners recognize the importance of Teaching Turkish as a foreign language
Learners realize the place of Turkish among the World languages
Learners know the purpose of teaching Turkish as a foreign language in terms of globalization.
Learners become aware of preparation of course materials related to Common European Framework for References.
To know the theories in this field.

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : YDI401 Material Evaluation and Adaptation
YDI306 Teaching Language Skills II
YDI303 ELT Methodology II
MB 210 ELT Methodology I
MB 202 Education Techniques and Material Development
YDI101 Contextual Grammar I

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : To recognize the importance of teaching Turkish as a foreign language, To know the place of Turkish in the world language, To see the importance of the Common European Framework for Reference in teaching Turkish as a foreign language To become familiar with the theories and practices in this field

Course Contents : Learners recognize the importance of teaching Turkish as a foreign language, Learners see the place of Turkish in the World languages, Learners become familiar with the Common European Framework for Reference, Learners realize the theories and practices in this field.

Language of Instruction : Turkish

Work Place : R1 Classrooms


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Awareness of the language used in media Teaching Turkish as a foreign language, course materials unit 1 Discussion
2 the place of Turkish language among the World languages Teaching Turkish as a foreign language, course materials unit 2 Discussion
3 Teaching Turkish as a mother tongue and a foreign language Teaching Turkish as a foreign language, course materials unit 3 Discussion
4 The institutions teaching Turkish as a foreign language Teaching Turkish as a foreign language, course materials unit 4 Discussion
5 The necessity of training teachers of Turkish as a foreign language Teaching Turkish as a foreign language, course materials unit 5 Discussion
6 The features of Turkish and the other languages Teaching Turkish as a foreign language, course materials unit 6 Discussion
7 The theories, methods and approaches in teaching Turkish as a foreign language Teaching Turkish as a foreign language, course materials unit 10-11 Discussion
8 Midterm Reading articles Sit-down exam
9 The course materials Teaching Turkish as a foreign language, course materials unit 14 Discussion
10 Activities related to Turkey and Turkish language to spread it throughout the World countries Teaching Turkish as a foreign language, course materials unit 15 Discussion
11 Analysis of articles written in this field Analysis of articles written in this field Discussion
12 Analysis of articles written in this field Analysis of articles written in this field Discussion
13 Modifying and adapting materials in this field Analysis of articles written in this field Comparative
14 Modifying and adapting materials in this field Analysis of articles written in this field Discussion
15 General repitition General repitition Discussion
16/17 Final exam Reading sources Sit-down exam


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
Recommended Course Material(s)  Articles published in Teaching Turkish as a Foreign Language
 Lecture notes on Teaching Turkish as a Foreign Language
Required Course Material(s)  Course Books for Teaching Turkish as a Foreign Language
 Göksel, A and Kerslake, C. (2005). Turkish: A Comprehensive Grammar. New York: Routledge
 Candaş Karababa, Z.C. (2009). Teaching Turkish as a Foreign Language and Problems Encountered. Journal of Faculty of Educationl Sciences. Ankara University. 42(29, 265-277


  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 60
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 2 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 Defines literary terms. 4
2 Distinguishes characteristic features of different age groups. 5
3 Benefits of basic concepts and principles while practicising. 5
4 Distinguishes basic concepts and principles in language teaching. 3
5 Transfers knowledge according to the characteristic features of specific age groups. 4
6 Students list testing and assessment methods. 4
7 Applies appropriate testing and assessment methods within context. 5
8 Distinguishes methods of material development, use and adaptation. 4
9 Chooses among methods and materials according to the needs (age, environment and physical conditions) of students 4
10 Adapts and develops materials according to needs. 5
11 Evaluates course books according to the suitability for students´ profile. 5
12 Criticises and chooses course books from different aspects. 3
13 Gains theoretical knowledge of teaching language skills. 3
14 Analyzes and interprets literary texts.. 4
15 Translates from native language to foreign language and from foreign language to native language. 4
16 Gains theoretical knowledge of translation. 3
17 Reflects theoretical knowledge of language teaching skills in practice. 4
18 Explains subfields of linguistics, distinguish basic terms and theories. 5
19 Interprets how linguistic theories work in various languages. 4
* 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 2 28
    Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 4 56
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 2 2 4
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 1 1
    Final Exam 1 1 1
Total Workload: 90
Total Workload / 25 (h): 3.6
ECTS Credit: 4