Elementary Turkish I
| Module title | Elementary Turkish I |
|---|---|
| Module code | ARA1031 |
| Academic year | 2019/0 |
| Credits | 15 |
| Module staff | (Convenor) |
| Duration: Term | 1 | 2 | 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration: Weeks | 11 |
| Number students taking module (anticipated) | 10 |
|---|
Module description
This module is designed to introduce students to the Turkish language as spoken today in modern Turkey. At the beginning of the course, it is expected that all students will learn the proper pronunciation features of Turkish by recourse to the teacher during class and to course audio materials.
The module aims to introduce different aspects of Turkish at A1 level and aims to develop all four language skills alike as well basic Turkish structures and a selection of survival and significant vocabulary. Translation exercises and study materials are regularly set and later corrected and analysed by the whole class and/or the lecturer.
Module aims - intentions of the module
This module is designed to introduce students to the Turkish language as spoken today in modern Turkey. At the beginning of the course, it is expected that all students will learn the proper pronunciation features of Turkish by recourse to the teacher during class and to course audio materials.
The module aims to introduce different aspects of Turkish at A1 level and aims to develop all four language skills alike as well basic Turkish structures and a selection of survival and significant vocabulary. Translation exercises and study materials are regularly set and later corrected and analysed by the whole class and/or the lecturer.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
ILO: Module-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 1. Demonstrate mastery of Turkish spelling and pronunciation, grasp of essential Turkish grammar,
- 2. Read with a dictionary elementary texts in Turkish,
- 3. Carry on basic conversation in elementary Turkish.
- 4. Acquire a basic understanding of the importance of Turkish language and civilisation in the broader context of Islamic civilisation and culture.
ILO: Discipline-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 5. Identify, describe and manipulate a range of linguistic forms and structures in reading, writing, and conversation,
- 6. Assimilate basic information about another culture.
ILO: Personal and key skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 7. Develop time management skills and ability to conduct independent study,
- 8. Be able to work in groups in conversation and text-based work
Syllabus plan
You will be expected to learn proper pronunciation that may have distinct features by recourse to the teacher during class and classroom audio materials; to express yourself using very basic grammar structures and relevant vocabulary at A1 level. Examples of recorded daily life conversations and narrations are used through which listening and speaking skills are promoted. Translation exercises are regularly given as homework, which is later corrected and analysed by the whole class. You are also often referred to study materials which later given feedback about by the teacher, with some of these texts appearing in the final exam. Simple examples of Turkish literary work will be used for reading and comprehension.
Week 1: Introduction to Turkish Language, Literature, Culture and
Civilization (lecture)
Week 2: Basic structure of the Turkish Language (text-based study)
Weeks 3-5: Elementary Turkish Grammar (text-based study)
Week 6: Mid-term exam
Weeks 7-10: Elementary Turkish Grammar (text-based study)
Week 11: Review of entire class
Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | Guided independent study | Placement / study abroad |
|---|---|---|
| 33 | 117 | 0 |
Details of learning activities and teaching methods
| Category | Hours of study time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching activity | 33 hours | Lectures |
| Guided Independent study | 117 hours | 117 hours |
Formative assessment
| Form of assessment | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekly grammar textbook. Reading and translation assignments | 3 hours per week - 10 minute tests | 1, 2, 5, 7 | Corrected feedback |
Summative assessment (% of credit)
| Coursework | Written exams | Practical exams |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | 50 | 50 |
Details of summative assessment
| Form of assessment | % of credit | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Examination | 50 | 2 hours | 2, 4, 5 and 6 | Written feedback |
| Oral test | 20 | 10 minutes | 3 and 8 | Written and oral feedback |
| Mid-term quiz | 30 | 1 hour | 1 and 5 | Marked and corrected feedback |
Details of re-assessment (where required by referral or deferral)
| Original form of assessment | Form of re-assessment | ILOs re-assessed | Timescale for re-assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Examination | Examination | 2, 4, 5 and 6 | August/September assessment period |
| Oral test | Interview | 3 and 8 | August/September assessment period |
Re-assessment notes
70% written exam; 30% oral exam
Indicative learning resources - Basic reading
Yeni Hitit I (Yabancılar in Turke Ders Kitab), (Tömer Press), Ankara
Nurettin Koç, Yabancılar için Dilbilgisi, 2nd. Edition, inkılap Press, Istanbul
Türk Dil Kurumu, Türkçe Sözlük, Ankara (Türk Dil Kurumu Press)
Türk Dil Kurumu, Yeni Yazım Kuralları, Ankara (Türk Dil Kurumu Press)
Istanbul Yabancılar için Türkçe Ders kitabı, Kültür-Sanat Basımevi, 2016
F.Nihan KETREZ -A Student Grammar of Turkish
| Credit value | 15 |
|---|---|
| Module ECTS | 7.5 |
| Module pre-requisites | None. |
| Module co-requisites | None. |
| NQF level (module) | 4 |
| Available as distance learning? | No |
| Origin date | 01/10/10 |
| Last revision date | 18.02.2012 |