Kocaeli University / European Credit Transfer System (ECTS)

Name of Lecturer(s)

Prof. Dr. İdil SAYIMER

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit
Program Competencies-Learning Outcomes Relation

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

1) Analyze interpersonal communication by using the theoretical principles learned in class
2) Become more aware of how their interpersonal interactions are connected to broader questions of power and social identity
3) Develop a unique set of analytical skills, making them more confident in reading and speaking about complex material and in understanding how communication impacts their own lives.
4) Improve interpersonal interactions with others
5) Use effective interpersonal communication in the field of public relations

Program Competencies-Learning Outcomes Relation

		Program Competencies
		1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9
Learning Outcomes
	1	No relation	High	High	High	High	High	High	Middle	Middle
	2	Middle	High	High	High	High	High	High	High	High
	3	High	High	High	Middle	High	Middle	Middle	High	High
	4	Middle	Middle	Middle	High	Middle	Middle	Middle	High	High
	5	Middle	Middle	Low	Middle	Middle	Middle	Middle	High	Middle

Mode of Delivery

Face to Face

Prerequisites and Co-Requisites

None

Recommended Optional Programme Components

None

Course Contents

The focus of the course is a relational view of communication--one that explores how relationships are created, negotiated, maintained, and terminated.

Weekly Schedule

1) Basic communication prosess perspectives
2) Interpersonal communication concepts and approaches
3) Interpersonal communication theories
4) Interpersonal communication assumptions
5) Interpersonal communication functions
6) Nonverbal communication
7) Perception and self knowledge prosess in communication
8) Midterm examination/Assessment
9) Self-states and defensive communication
10) Psychological defense mechanisms
11) Underlying attitudesof defensive and open communication
12) Listen and hear
13) Conflicts
14) Causes of conflicts of interpersonal communication
15) Final examination

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

1) Lecture
2) Question-Answer
3) Discussion

Assessment Methods and Criteria

Contribution of Quiz to Course Grade	30%
Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade	70%
Total	100%

Language of Instruction

Turkish

Work Placement(s)

Not Required

Course Unit Title	Course Unit Code	Type of Course Unit	Level of Course Unit	Year of Study	Semester	ECTS Credits
Interpersonal Communication	HIT116	Elective	Master's degree	1	Spring	5