Oral Communication Skill I
English Language Teaching
Faculty of Education
First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
| Course Unit Title | Course Unit Code | Type of Course Unit | Level of Course Unit | Year of Study | Semester | ECTS Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oral Communication Skill I | YIO388 | Compulsory | Bachelor's degree | 1 | Fall | 5 |
Name of Lecturer(s)
Prof. Dr. Banu İNAN KARAGÜL
Associate Prof. Dr. Mehmet ALTAY
Assistant Prof. Dr. Serkan GÜRKAN
Lecturer Çağlayan ERDÖNMEZ
Research Assistant Eylül Balâ ALTUNAY
Research Assistant Cansu AYKUT KOLAY
Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit
1) At the end of this course, the student; 1. will identify various structures, expressions and words used in different contexts in a foreign language. Student,1.1. identifies various structures used in everyday discourse for different purposes 1.2. defines various expressions and compound words in everyday discourse 1.3. determines the necessary strategies to find structures, expressions and words appropriate for different purposes. 1.4. defines who is speaking, in what context, and for what purpose in everyday foreign language discourse
2) The student will analyze various structures, expressions and words used in different contexts in a foreign language. 2.1. exemplifies how different expressions, structures and words are used in accordance with the context. 2.2. Uses various expressions, structures and words accurately and fluently within the framework of daily discourse, in accordance with the given purposes. 2.3. analyzes how different people achieve the desired meaning by using various expressions, structures and words
3) The student will analyze various speaking and listening texts on different topics. 3.1. analyzes the strategies required for effective listening and speaking. 3.2. questions how people in foreign cultures use certain expressions, structures and words. 3.3. compares how people express themselves in daily discourse in a foreign culture and in their own culture. 3.4. compares his/her own culture with foreign culture 3.5. compares his/her own performance with that of classmates during storytelling, role-playing and presentations 3.6. relates his/her own experiences during oral communication to various communication contexts in a foreign language.
Program Competencies-Learning Outcomes Relation
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| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | ||
| Learning Outcomes | ||||||||||||||
| 1 | High | Middle | Middle | Middle | Middle | Middle | High | Middle | Middle | Middle | Middle | Middle | Middle | |
| 2 | High | Middle | Middle | Middle | No relation | Middle | High | No relation | No relation | Middle | Middle | No relation | No relation | |
| 3 | High | Middle | Middle | Middle | No relation | Middle | High | No relation | No relation | Middle | Middle | No relation | No relation | |
Mode of Delivery
Face to Face
Prerequisites and Co-Requisites
None
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Listening and Pronunciation
Course Contents
Developing the ability to communicate verbally using appropriate expressions and strategies for various verbal communication situations; developing the ability to express feelings and thoughts effectively through conversation, individual presentations, discussion activities and various interactive activities; developing communication skills in formal and informal contexts; developing informative and persuasive presentation skills; developing speaking and listening skills by using up-to-date, authentic, auditory and audio-visual materials.
Weekly Schedule
1) Introduction to the course and intrdocing oneself2) Gaining some ground in conversation and interaction
3) Using body language, activities that involve the use of the body language
4) Understanding the dynamics of interpersonal communication
5) Working on listening, improving listening strategies
6) Roleplay and drama practice
7) Practicing improvised public speech
8) Midterm examination/Assessment
9) Watching and talking about movie clips
10) Skills about information sharing
11) Talking and making presentations about other countries
12) Talking about the place of technology
13) Participating in pair and group work activities
14) Participating in pair and group work activities
Recommended or Required Reading
1- Clockwise Advanced Student's Book
2- The Art of Public Speaking 13th Edition by Stephen E. Lucas
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1) Question-Answer
2) Question-Answer
3) Discussion
4) Discussion
5) Discussion
6) Discussion
7) Drill and Practice
8) Drill and Practice
9) Demonstration
10) Demonstration
11) Demonstration
12) Demonstration
13) Role Playing
14) Role Playing
15) Role Playing
16) Group Study
17) Group Study
18) Group Study
19) Brain Storming
20) Brain Storming
21) Brain Storming
22) Project Based Learning
23) Project Based Learning
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Contribution of Midterm Examination to Course Grade |
60% |
|---|---|
Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade |
40% |
Total |
100% |
Language of Instruction
English
Work Placement(s)
Not Required