Information Package

Program of Mechatronics

KKSD191

PUBLIC SPEAKING

Course Code
KKSD191
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
6
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelAssociate Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS6
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Uncerstand the necessity of effective oral presentation.
  2. Prepare plans for oral presentations.
  3. Use research methods and techniques when preparing oral presentations.
  4. Develop the self-confidence necessary for oral presentation.
  5. Make various (unprepared and prepared) oral presentations and learn to use visual materials effectively in presentations.
  6. Recognize and understands oral presentation terminology.
  7. Learn effective communication techniques in oral presentation.
  8. Answer questions that are likely to be asked in a job interview (Where did you graduate from? Why should we hire you? etc.).
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Course DescriptionThis course aims to improve the ability of speaking English, the skills of preparing and planning, and the ability of presenting oral presentations in front of an audience.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction, information about the course structure
2nd Week Speaking practice (last week/most recent holiday)
3rd Week Speaking practice (films)
4th Week Speaking practice (food studies)
5th Week Speaking practice (documentaries)
6th Week Student presentation and participation (historical events)
7th Week Speaking practice (technical topics)
8th Week Midterm Exam
9th Week Speaking practice (job interview preparation)
10th Week Speaking practice (job interview preparation)
11th Week Job interview practice
12th Week Speaking practice (traditions)
13th Week Reading comprehension exercise (current topics)
14th Week Revision
Recommended or Required ReadingZarefsky, David. Public Speaking: Strategies for Success. Boston: Pearson, 2014.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
  • Presentation
  • Lecture
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Total(%) 40
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 40
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 60
Total(%) 100
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 5 70
Preparation for Final exam 1 33 33
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 33 33
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 1 1
Homework
Total Work Load180
Total Work Load / 30 (h)6
ECTS Credit of the Course6
Language of InstructionEnglish
Work Placement(s)No
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