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Program of Nutrition and Dietetics

NUT132

COMMINICATION SKILLS

Course Code
NUT132
Semester
Second Term (Spring)
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
5
Course TypeCompulsory Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study1
SemesterSecond Term (Spring)
ECTS5
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Becomes familiar with the basic concepts of communication.
  2. Gains awareness of verbal communication and nonverbal communication.
  3. Explains effective communication skills.
  4. Explains the causes of barriers and conflicts in interpersonal communication.
  5. Develops the ability to resolve conflicts using conflict management approaches.
  6. Uses effective communication skills in relationships and classroom practices.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionCommunication skills course is designed to develop students' awareness of the concept of communication and to gain effective communication skills. Within the scope of the course, the definition, importance, elements and types of communication are discussed. It is aimed that students gain awareness on interpersonal communication, body language, empathy, conflict management in communication, stress management and develop their skills in this regard.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Communication as a process. The concept of communication. Elements and types of communication. Concepts related to communication
2nd Week Communication and social context. Mass communication and the individual. Media and the development of modern societies.
3rd Week Verbal communication. Nonverbal communication. Effective communication and body language
4th Week The concept of interpersonal communication. Definition and basic features of interpersonal communication
5th Week Psychological aspects of interpersonal communication. Perception, emotions, awareness. Skills to establish and conduct effective communication
6th Week A theoretical perspective on attitude and behavior changes in the interpersonal communication process. Intergenerational communication from individuals to groups.Problem solving in interpersonal communication. Speaking, listening, empathy
7th Week The concept of effective communication. Barriers to effective communication
8th Week Midterm
9th Week Interpersonal communication. The art of self-expression and persuasion
10th Week Conflict management. Conflict and stress relationship in communication. Behavior patterns in the conflict process Communication strategies for conflict management. Negotiation techniques
11th Week Globalization of communication. The individual in the global modern world: Communication and interaction
12th Week Communication and the digital world. Communication and effective communication in the virtual world
13th Week Corporate communication. Communication skills in corporate management. Corporate culture. In-house communication management skills. Collaboration, crisis management, leadership
14th Week General evaluation of the course
15th Week Eid al-Adha
16th Week Discussion and suggestions
Recommended or Required Reading1)BALTAŞ, Z. - BALTAŞ, A. (1999); Bedenin Dili, İletişim Becerinizin Anahtarı Sessiz Diliniz, Remzi Kitabevi, İstanbul.
2)COOPER, Ken (1989); Sözsüz İletişim, Rota Yayıncılık, , İstanbul.
3)CÜCELOĞLU, D. (1997); Yeniden İnsan İnsana, Remzi Kitabevi, İstanbul,.
4)DÖKMEN, Ü. (2005); "İletişim Çatışmaları ve Empati", Sistem Yayıncılık, İstanbul.
5)ERDOĞAN, İrfan (2002); İletişimi Anlamak, Erk Yayın, Ankara.
6)FAST, Julius (1999); Beden Dili- Siz Sussanız da Bedeniniz Konuşuyor, Kuraldışı Yayıncılık, İstanbul.
7)GIBLIN, L. (1995); İnsan İlişkilerinde Kendine Güven Ve Güç Elde Etmenin Yolları, Sistem Yay., İstanbul.
8)HARTLEY, Peter (1993); "Interpersonal Communication", London: Routledge.
9)HORN, Sam (2003); Tongue Fu, Sözlü Dövüş Sanatı, Boyner Yayınları, İstanbul.
10)HORTAÇSU, Nuran (2004); İnsan İlişkileri, İmge Kitabevi Yayınları.
11)HUXLEY, Aldous (2003); Algı Kapıları, "The Doors of Perception", İmge Kitabevi Yayınları, Ankara.
12)İNCEOĞLU, Metin (2004); Tutum-Algı-İletişim, Elips Kitap, Ankara.
13)JAMES, Judi (1999); Beden Dili, Olumlu İmaj Oluşturma, Alfa Basım Yayım, İstanbul.
14)KOÇ, Saim (2004); İletişimde Ustalaşmak, Bize Nasıl davranacaklarını Başkalarına Biz Öğretiriz, Kuraldışı Yayıncılık, İstanbul.
15)LAZAR, Judith (2001); İletişim Bilimi, Vadi Yayıncılık, Ankara.
16)LIEBERMAN J. D. (2004); Never Be Lied To Again, Kimse Size Yalan Söyleyemez, Kuraldışı Yayıncılık, İstanbul.
17)PEASE, A. (2003); Body Language - Beden Dili, Karşımızdakinin Davranışlarından Düşüncelerini Anlamanın Yolu, Rota Yayınları, , İstanbul.
18)REDMOND, V. M. (2000); Communication, Theories and Applications, Houghton Mifflin Company, U.S.A.
19)SAYDAM, A. (2005); Algılama Yönetimi, İletişimin Akıl ve Gönül Penceresi, Rota yayınları, İstanbul,.
20)SCHOBER, O. (1999); Beden Dili, Davranış Anahtarı, Beden Dilinin Günlük Yaşantımızdaki Yeri ve Önemi, Arion Yayınevi, İstanbul.
21)TAYFUN, Recep (2007); Etkili İletişim ve Beden Dili, Nobel Yayınevi, Ankara.
22)ZILLIOĞLU, Merih (2003); İletişim Nedir?, Cem Yayınevi, İstanbul.

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • tartışma
  • sunum
  • sorun/problem çözme
  • soru-cevap
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 2 2
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work
Preparation for Final exam 1 60 60
Course hours 15 3 45
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 50 50
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 2 2
Homework
Project
Total Work Load159
Total Work Load / 30 (h)5.3
ECTS Credit of the Course5
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No

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