| Course Type | Elective Course |
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| Course Level | Bachelor's Degree |
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| Year of Study | - |
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| Semester | - |
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| ECTS | 5 |
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| Name of Lecturer(s) |
- |
| Learning Outcomes |
At the end of this course, the students;
- Overcome fear and gain the ability to speak confidently in front of an audience.
- Increase their self-confidence, develop the ability to think on their feet, and speak impromptu.
- Express any idea freely, logically, and without discomfort.
- Develop a habit of seeing the positive aspects of everything and everyone.
- Cultivate tolerance toward people, especially regarding their flaws.
- Learn to make friends, avoid showing off, and empathize with others.
- Master the art of effective speaking.
- Develop good listening skills and broaden their cultural perspective.
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| Mode of Delivery | Face to face |
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| Prerequisites | No |
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| Recommended Optional Programme Components | None |
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| Course Description | This course aims to improve students' speaking and communication skills by focusing on elements like breathing, vocalization, articulation, emphasis, tone, intonation, speed, and body language. The course also addresses advanced speech types and effective verbal communication methods, preparing students to deliver impactful public speeches. |
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| Course Contents |
| WEEK |
TOPICS |
|
1st Week |
Communication and its definition |
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2nd Week |
The role of speech in communication |
|
3rd Week |
Are we expressing our thoughts correctly? |
|
4th Week |
The distinction between reading and speaking |
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5th Week |
What is diction, and what is its role in speech ability? |
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6th Week |
Characteristics of the Turkish language (major and minor vowel harmony, vowel and consonant reduction, emphasis, and liaison) |
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7th Week |
Punctuation marks: verbal punctuation, intonation |
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8th Week |
Midterm exam |
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9th Week |
Expression (rational-emotional) |
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10th Week |
Expression through facial gestures (gestural) |
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11th Week |
The art of public speaking (speech speaker) |
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12th Week |
Developing courage and confidence |
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13th Week |
The art of influencing, managing, and gaining friends |
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14th Week |
Body language and posture |
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| Recommended or Required Reading | Lecture notes
Özdemir, E. (2016). Konuşma sanatı. Bilgi Yayınevi. |
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| Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
- Lecture
- Presentation
- Discussion
- Questions/Answers
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| Assessment Methods and Criteria |
|
Quantity |
Percentage (%) |
| Mid-term |
1 |
30 |
| Oral Exam |
1 |
20 |
| Presentation of Case Study |
1 |
10 |
| Other |
1 |
10 |
| Total(%) |
|
70 |
| Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) |
|
70 |
| Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) |
|
30 |
| Total(%) |
|
100 |
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| ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload |
| Activities |
Quantity |
Duration (Hour) |
Total Workload (Hour) |
| Midterm exam |
1 |
1 |
1 |
| Preparation for Quiz |
|
|
|
| Individual or group work |
14 |
2 |
28 |
| Preparation for Final exam |
1 |
15 |
15 |
| Course hours |
13 |
3 |
39 |
| Preparation for Midterm exam |
1 |
10 |
10 |
| Laboratory (including preparation) |
|
|
|
| Final exam |
1 |
1 |
1 |
| Homework |
|
|
|
| Presentation (including preperation) |
1 |
50 |
50 |
| Total Work Load | 144 |
| Total Work Load / 30 (h) | 4.8 |
| ECTS Credit of the Course | 5 |
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| Language of Instruction | Turkish |
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| Work Placement(s) | No |
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