Description of Individual Course Units
Course Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleType of Course UnitYear of StudySemesterNumber of ECTS Credits
190000000000ACADEMIC TURKISHElective356
Level of Course Unit
First Cycle
Objectives of the Course
The Academic Turkish course aims to teach students the rules of academic writing, strategies for academic reading and comprehension, techniques for producing scientific texts, and the use of academic language.
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes
1Explain the structure, characteristics, and rules of academic Turkish.
2Develop academic reading and writing skills by analyzing scientific texts.
3Apply citation, referencing, and academic ethics principles.
4Create original texts using academic presentation and scientific writing skills.
Mode of Delivery
Daytime Class
Prerequisites and co-requisities
none
Recommended Optional Programme Components
none
Course Contents
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the fundamental principles of academic Turkish, types of academic texts, and academic vocabulary. Topics include scientific article writing, source usage, citation techniques, academic discussion, and critical thinking skills. Additionally, students engage in activities to enhance their academic presentation skills, avoid common academic writing mistakes, and improve their scientific communication abilities.
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTheoreticalPracticeLaboratory
1Introduction to Academic Turkish: Fundamental characteristics of academic language
2Types of Academic Texts: Articles, theses, reports, and academic writing formats
3Scientific Research and Literature Review: Using sources and accessing information
4Academic Vocabulary and Terminology: Common expressions and key concepts
5Academic Reading Techniques: Critical reading and comprehension strategies
6Scientific Writing Rules and Formatting: Paragraph structure, introduction-body-conclusion format
7Citation and Referencing Techniques: APA, MLA, and other citation systems
8Common Mistakes in Academic Writing: Grammar, coherence, and academic style errors
9Academic Discussion and Critical Thinking: Developing arguments and engaging in academic dialogue
10Academic Presentation Techniques: Effective academic speaking and use of visual aids
11Writing an Academic Article: Structuring introduction, methodology, findings, and discussion
12Scientific Report Preparation and Evaluation: Writing reports and analysis techniques
13Final Project Preparation: Writing and preparing an academic study
14Final Project Presentation and Evaluation: Students present their academic research
Recommended or Required Reading
Instructor's lecture notes
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Term (or Year) Learning ActivitiesQuantityWeight
Midterm Examination1100
SUM100
End Of Term (or Year) Learning ActivitiesQuantityWeight
Final Examination1100
SUM100
Term (or Year) Learning Activities40
End Of Term (or Year) Learning Activities60
SUM100
Language of Instruction
Turkish
Work Placement(s)
none
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesNumberTime (hours)Total Work Load (hours)
Midterm Examination14040
Final Examination15050
Attending Lectures15050
Brain Storming13030
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)170
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
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* Contribution Level : 1 Very low 2 Low 3 Medium 4 High 5 Very High
 
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