| Course Type | Elective Course |
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| Course Level | Associate Degree |
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| Year of Study | - |
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| Semester | - |
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| ECTS | 4 |
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| Name of Lecturer(s) |
- |
| Learning Outcomes |
At the end of this course, the students;
- Explains the concept of communication, its fundamental elements, and the communication process.
- Compares communication models and the types of verbal and nonverbal communication.
- Applies active listening, empathy, and feedback techniques in the communication process.
- Analyzes the principles of effective communication in interpersonal and organizational communication processes.
- Evaluates communication processes by using effective communication skills in different social and professional contexts.
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| Mode of Delivery | Face to face |
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| Prerequisites | No |
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| Recommended Optional Programme Components | |
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| Course Description | This course examines the fundamental dynamics and methods of message exchange between individuals and institutions. Within the scope of the course, communication models, verbal and non-verbal communication channels, effective listening, and empathy-building techniques are discussed. The primary objective is to provide students with the competence to establish healthy and effective interactions in different social and professional contexts. |
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| Course Contents |
| WEEK |
TOPICS |
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1st Week |
Course introduction: objectives, scope, and course requirements. The concept of communication and the fundamental elements of communication |
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2nd Week |
The communication process, functions of communication, and its relationship with other disciplines |
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3rd Week |
Types of communication: intrapersonal communication, interpersonal communication, group communication, and public communication |
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4th Week |
Verbal and nonverbal communication, body language, and effective communication techniques |
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5th Week |
Active listening, empathy, and feedback techniques |
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6th Week |
Organizational communication and corporate communication processes |
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7th Week |
National, international, and mass communication; mass media and their characteristics |
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8th Week |
Midterm Examination |
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9th Week |
Communication processes and an introduction to fundamental communication models |
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10th Week |
Media and society: the development of mass media and their social impacts |
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11th Week |
Computer-mediated communication, digital communication, and new communication technologies |
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12th Week |
Digital media, social media, and advertising |
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13th Week |
Public relations and effective corporate communication practices |
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14th Week |
Globalization and communication; effective communication practices in different social and professional contexts; course review and evaluation |
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| Recommended or Required Reading | Oskay, Ünsal, (2007), İletişimin A B C'si, İstanbul: Der Yayınları.
Mutlu, Erol, (2017), İletişim Sözlüğü, Ankara: Ütopya Yayınevi.
Aziz, Aysel, (2023), İletişime Giriş, Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.
Güngör, Nazife, (2015), İletişime Giriş, Ankara: Siyasal Kitabevi.
İleri Okuma:
Erdoğan, irfan, (2008), İletişimi Anlamak, Ankara: Erk Yayıncılık. |
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| Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
- Lecture
- Discussion
- Case Study
- Practice
- Questions/Answers
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| Assessment Methods and Criteria |
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Quantity |
Percentage (%) |
| Mid-term |
1 |
30 |
| Quiz |
1 |
20 |
| Total(%) |
|
50 |
| Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) |
|
50 |
| Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) |
|
50 |
| 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 |
1 |
10 |
10 |
| Individual or group work |
14 |
3 |
42 |
| Preparation for Final exam |
1 |
15 |
15 |
| Course hours |
14 |
3 |
42 |
| Preparation for Midterm exam |
1 |
10 |
10 |
| Laboratory (including preparation) |
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| Final exam |
1 |
1 |
1 |
| Homework |
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| Total Work Load | 121 |
| Total Work Load / 30 (h) | 4.03 |
| ECTS Credit of the Course | 4 |
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| Language of Instruction | Turkish |
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| Work Placement(s) | No |
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