Elementary Turkish I
| Module title | Elementary Turkish I |
|---|---|
| Module code | ARA1031 |
| Academic year | 2023/4 |
| Credits | 15 |
| Module staff | Ferah Burgul (Convenor) |
| Duration: Term | 1 | 2 | 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration: Weeks | 11 |
| Number students taking module (anticipated) | 10 |
|---|
Module description
Turkish is a modern Turkic language spoken by some 80 million native speakers, largely in the Republic of Turkey, where it has official status. This is an elementary-level Turkish module that introduces you as a complete beginner to the fundamentals of the language, enabling you to communicate orally and to engage with text on a basic level. It provides you with the means and opportunity for you to take your reading, writing, oral and aural skills in Turkish to level A1 (breakthrough/beginner) on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL). Through language, it will introduce you to aspects of Turkish cultures. You will use a textbook as well as a variety of learning materials chosen by your lecturers.
If you have prior knowledge of Turkish, your level will be assessed by the module convenor in order to establish whether this module is suitable for you—admission in such cases is not guaranteed.
Module aims - intentions of the module
The module will enable you to achieve basic proficiency in the language. You will first be introduced to the Turkish alphabet and pronunciation, followed by the basics of grammar and syntax. Using a mixture of narrative-based and authentic content, both written and audio-visual, you will work on all language-related skills, including reading, listening, speaking, writing and cultural knowledge. You will be encouraged to practice learned material independently.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
ILO: Module-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 1. Extract a broad sense and some specified detail of texts at CEFRL level A1.
- 2. Extract a sense and some specified detail of aural communications at CEFRL level A1.
- 3. Write short and simple texts on selected topics at CEFRL level A1.
- 4. Elicit, understand and communicate basic factual information and simple selected topics relevant to everyday situations, displaying reasonable levels of accuracy, at CEFRL level A1.
- 5. Attempt straightforward translation exercises out of Turkish.
- 6. Demonstrate a sound grasp of the basic grammatical structures of the target language and utilise it to aid in understanding and producing texts in Turkish.
ILO: Discipline-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 7. Consolidate your own learning by using available learning aids, in a variety of media, and organise this process with guidance from course tutors.
- 8. Understand the principles of learning a new language intensively, and organise learning time with guidance from course tutors.
- 9. Use a reference grammar book and a bilingual dictionary to check the structural and lexical accuracy of your writing and expression in Turkish.
ILO: Personal and key skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 10. Working in groups at solving basic linguistic tasks.
- 11. Deploy time management strategies through developing skills of self-study.
- 12. Exercise autonomy and judgement by developing independent learning skills.
- 13. Deploy strategies for coping with unpractised linguistic, social and cultural situations.
- 14. Show an appreciation of the cultures of people who speak Turkish.
Syllabus plan
Whilst the precise content may vary from year to year, the syllabus will cover the following topics:
- Turkish alphabet and sounds,
- Introduction to Turkish grammar and syntax,
- Introduction to vocabulary enabling students to talk about themselves, their families, what they do, and their immediate surroundings.
Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | Guided independent study | Placement / study abroad |
|---|---|---|
| 44 | 106 | 0 |
Details of learning activities and teaching methods
| Category | Hours of study time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching activity | 44 hours | Lectures |
| Guided Independent study | 106 hours | Guided Independent Study |
Formative assessment
| Form of assessment | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Practical and written assignments | Weekly practical and written assignments | 1-14 | Verbal and/or written feedback |
Summative assessment (% of credit)
| Coursework | Written exams | Practical exams |
|---|---|---|
| 30 | 50 | 20 |
Details of summative assessment
| Form of assessment | % of credit | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Continuous Assessment | 30 | One written test 7 (90 minutes) One listening test (30 minutes) One oral test (7 minutes) | 1-14 | Verbal and/or written feedback |
| Written examination (Final Week of Term) | 50 | 2 hours | 1,3,5,6,11,13 | Verbal and/or written feedback |
| Oral examination (Final Week of Term) | 10 | 7 minutes | 2,4,10,11 | Verbal feedback |
| Listening (Final Week of Term) | 10 | 30 minutes | 2,6,11 | Verbal and/or written 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written examination | 2 hours (50%) | 1,3,5,6,11,13 | January assessment period |
| Oral examination | 7 minutes (10%) | 2,4,10,11 | January assessment period |
| Listening | 30 minutes (10%) | 2,6,11 | January assessment period |
| Continuous Assessment | One written test (90 minutes) One listening test (30 minutes) One oral test (7 minutes) | 1-14 | January assessment period |
Indicative learning resources - Basic reading
Aslan, Ferhat (2016). Ä°stanbul Yabancılar Ä°çin Türkçe Ders Kitabı A1, Kültür Sanat Basımevi, Ä°stanbul.
Aslan, Ferhat (2016). Ä°stanbul Yabancılar Ä°çin Türkçe ÇalıÅ?ma Kitabı A1, Kültür Sanat Basımevi, Ä°stanbul.
Turkish Dictionary, Türk Dil Kurumu Press, Ankara.
Turkish Spelling Guide, Türk Dil Kurumu Press, Ankara.
Indicative learning resources - Web based and electronic resources
Turkish Language Society (Türk Dil Kurumu) : https://sozluk.gov.tr/
Yunus Emre Institude (Yunus Emre Enstitüsü): https://www.yee.org.tr/tr/yayinlar?k=161&yk=192
Yunus Emre Turkish Teaching Portal: https://turkce.yee.org.tr/en/
| 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 | 01/10/2010 |
| Last revision date | 18/08/2022 |
