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  Course Description
Course Name : Photography

Course Code : RSS234

Course Type : Optional

Level of Course : First Cycle

Year of Study : 2

Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 3

Name of Lecturer(s) : Instructor HALİL OSMAN CANDEMİR

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Knows the basic concepts of photography
2. Knows the basic technical specifications of a camera.
Acquires essential knowledge about the history of photography
Acquires essential practical skills about taking a photo.

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : Basic knowledge and skills in the field of Digital Photo is the objective of the course.

Course Contents : The course includes the history of photography, advances, technical specifications, use, and shooting principles of a photo machine. Also, it includes teaching candidate teachers basic technical specifications of a photo machine and equipping candidate teachers with the preliminary knowledge and skills required for successful applications about the main issues such as framing, composition, exposure. Basic knowledge to do correction, editing and modifications on photos that are recorded on digital cameras with the help of computer software is also included in the course.

Language of Instruction : Turkish

Work Place : classroom


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Giving information about the course content and structure Preparing information about the course content and structure Whole class discussion & explanation
2 Developments in photography and its emergence Examination of written and visual sources Lectures on the sample
3 The basic structure, parts and the features of the camera. Examination of written and visual sources Lectures on the sample
4 The basic structure, parts and the features of the camera. Examination of written and visual sources Lectures on the sample
5 Sample photo shoot (cover for indoor and outdoor) camera application
6 The study and application of related computer programs Computer and the projection Lecture aided with projection
7 The study and application of related computer programs Computer and projection Lecture aided with projection
8 Visa
9 Contemporary technologies and examining the samples of contemporary technology Computer and projection Lecture aided with projection
10 Contemporary technologies and examining the samples of contemporary technology Computer and projection Lecture aided with projection
11 Sample photo shoot (figurative) camera application
12 Working with the computer program computer Lecture aided with projection
13 Working with the computer program cartoon Lecture aided with projection
14 Examining the works of today´s photography Computer and projection Lecture aided with projection
15 Examining the works of today´s photography Computer and projection Lecture aided with projection
16/17 Final 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 8 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 Knows and uses methods, techniques and strategies used in teaching art education. 3
2 Gains the knowledge and skills to do creative work in the main fields of Art Education. 3
3 Explains the formation process and properties of human societies and civilizations. 2
4 Gains competence in the use and development of instructional materials. 0
5 Knows and applies basic concepts and principles of Fine Arts. 2
6 Identifies the developmental features of Primary Stage 1 and Stage 2 and secondary school students. 1
7 Recognises national and international cultural elements that affect teaching and production of art 2
8 Evaluates developments in Visual Arts Teaching in a multi-faceted manner of by means of scientific, artistic methods and techniques. 2
9 Uses relevant methods and techniques to improve/develop his/her students´ critical thinking, creative thinking and problem solving skills 1
10 Uses knowledge and techniques related to classroom management efficiently. 0
11 Uses the basic concepts of art education, and art education research process and techniques in accordance with developments. 1
12 Knows and uses the materials, methods and techniques used in the main fields of Plastic Arts. 4
13 Plans and programs teaching-learning processes in an effective way. 0
14 Develops skills for self-expression, independent thinking, and sense of social responsibility. 3
15 As a dynamic art educator, gains awareness, responsibility and skills in keeping track of the developments in information technologies. 3
16 Contributes to other disciplines with the help of his/her experience and knowledge. 2
17 Knows foreign language at a sufficient level required by the program. 0
18 Establishes effective and healthy relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administration. 1
19 Accepts each student as a whole considering affective, cognitive and psychomotor aspects. 0
20 Utilises museums, which are a historical and cultural inheritance, as an effective means of education and raises his/her students´ awareness of preserving and protecting cultural and historical values. 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) 8 2 16
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 8 2 16
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 2 2
    Final Exam 1 2 2
Total Workload: 64
Total Workload / 25 (h): 2.56
ECTS Credit: 3