Course Detail
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACADEMIC COMMUNICATION SKILLS II | - | Spring Semester | 2+0 | 2 | 2 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | English |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Required |
| Course Coordinator | Assist.Prof. Elif HOCAOĞLU |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Lect. Mehmet Polat TACAR |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | The aim of this course is to develop students' verbal and non-verbal communication, effective listening and note-taking skills, and to encourage students to use these skills effectively in interpersonal, group and intra-community contexts, academic and professional settings. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Public Speaking,Developing Presentations,Presentation strategies ,Presentation strategies ,Presentation Strategies,Presentation Strategies,Sunum Stratejileri,Poster Preparation,In-Class Presentation Practices,Presentation strategies ,Presentation Strategies,Presentation strategy,Preparing Power Point Presentation . |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Acquisition of important strategies for overcoming fear of public speaking | 10, 13, 18, 6, 9 | D, E |
| Developing public speaking skills | 10, 13, 18, 6, 9 | D, E |
| Prepares presentation content by doing research on a topic | 10, 13, 18, 6, 9 | D, E |
| Develops presentation skills by using strategies | 10, 13, 18, 6, 9 | D, E |
| Prepares the effective PPT Presentation and Poster | 10, 13, 18, 6, 9 | D, E |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 13: Case Study Method, 18: Micro Teaching Technique, 6: Experiential Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | D: Oral Exam, E: Homework |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Public Speaking | Understanding Speech Planning & Preparation Overcoming the fear Myths and Realities of Public Speaking |
| 2 | Developing Presentations | Planning and Preparation *Information Gathering *Outlining Graphic and Picture Usage Presentation Structure / Style |
| 4 | Presentation strategies | EYE CONTACT , Catch the Audience’s Attention by telling Story |
| 5 | Presentation strategies | Create Rapport with the Audience Throughout a Presentation , Signal a Transition Between Speakers |
| 6 | Presentation Strategies | |
| 7 | Presentation Strategies | |
| 8 | Sunum Stratejileri | Conclude Your Presentation by Summarizing the Main Points, Open the floor to questions |
| 9 | Poster Preparation | |
| 10 | In-Class Presentation Practices | |
| 11 | Presentation strategies | Refer to a Chart or a Graph, Use Hand Gestures to Clarify Words and Ideas |
| 12 | Presentation Strategies | Refer to a Chart or a Graph, Use Hand Gestures to Clarify Words and Ideas |
| 13 | Presentation strategy | Use Visuals That Combine Words and Pictures, Pace Your Speech |
| 14 | Preparing Power Point Presentation |
| Resources |
| Qskills for Success Listening and Speaking 3, Lecture Ready 3, Communication for Business Success (Canadian Edition) |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas in the solution of complex engineering problems. | ||||||
| 2 | Ability to formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. | ||||||
| 3 | Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. | ||||||
| 4 | Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively. | ||||||
| 5 | Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions. | ||||||
| 6 | Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually. | X | |||||
| 6 | Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually. | X | |||||
| 7 | Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and intelligible instructions. | X | |||||
| 8 | Awareness of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself. | X | |||||
| 9 | Knowledge on behavior according ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility and standards used in engineering practices. | ||||||
| 10 | Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development. | ||||||
| 11 | Knowledge about the global and social effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety, and contemporary issues of the century reflected into the field of engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions. | ||||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 30 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 70 | |
| Total | 100 | |
| ECTS / Workload Table | ||||||
| Activities | Number of | Duration(Hour) | Total Workload(Hour) | |||
| Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Term Project | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Presentation of Project / Seminar | 3 | 3 | 9 | |||
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 | |||
| General Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 71 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(71/30) | 2 | |||||
| ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit. | ||||||
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACADEMIC COMMUNICATION SKILLS II | - | Spring Semester | 2+0 | 2 | 2 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | English |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Required |
| Course Coordinator | Assist.Prof. Elif HOCAOĞLU |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Lect. Mehmet Polat TACAR |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | The aim of this course is to develop students' verbal and non-verbal communication, effective listening and note-taking skills, and to encourage students to use these skills effectively in interpersonal, group and intra-community contexts, academic and professional settings. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Public Speaking,Developing Presentations,Presentation strategies ,Presentation strategies ,Presentation Strategies,Presentation Strategies,Sunum Stratejileri,Poster Preparation,In-Class Presentation Practices,Presentation strategies ,Presentation Strategies,Presentation strategy,Preparing Power Point Presentation . |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Acquisition of important strategies for overcoming fear of public speaking | 10, 13, 18, 6, 9 | D, E |
| Developing public speaking skills | 10, 13, 18, 6, 9 | D, E |
| Prepares presentation content by doing research on a topic | 10, 13, 18, 6, 9 | D, E |
| Develops presentation skills by using strategies | 10, 13, 18, 6, 9 | D, E |
| Prepares the effective PPT Presentation and Poster | 10, 13, 18, 6, 9 | D, E |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 13: Case Study Method, 18: Micro Teaching Technique, 6: Experiential Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | D: Oral Exam, E: Homework |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Public Speaking | Understanding Speech Planning & Preparation Overcoming the fear Myths and Realities of Public Speaking |
| 2 | Developing Presentations | Planning and Preparation *Information Gathering *Outlining Graphic and Picture Usage Presentation Structure / Style |
| 4 | Presentation strategies | EYE CONTACT , Catch the Audience’s Attention by telling Story |
| 5 | Presentation strategies | Create Rapport with the Audience Throughout a Presentation , Signal a Transition Between Speakers |
| 6 | Presentation Strategies | |
| 7 | Presentation Strategies | |
| 8 | Sunum Stratejileri | Conclude Your Presentation by Summarizing the Main Points, Open the floor to questions |
| 9 | Poster Preparation | |
| 10 | In-Class Presentation Practices | |
| 11 | Presentation strategies | Refer to a Chart or a Graph, Use Hand Gestures to Clarify Words and Ideas |
| 12 | Presentation Strategies | Refer to a Chart or a Graph, Use Hand Gestures to Clarify Words and Ideas |
| 13 | Presentation strategy | Use Visuals That Combine Words and Pictures, Pace Your Speech |
| 14 | Preparing Power Point Presentation |
| Resources |
| Qskills for Success Listening and Speaking 3, Lecture Ready 3, Communication for Business Success (Canadian Edition) |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas in the solution of complex engineering problems. | ||||||
| 2 | Ability to formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. | ||||||
| 3 | Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. | ||||||
| 4 | Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively. | ||||||
| 5 | Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions. | ||||||
| 6 | Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually. | X | |||||
| 6 | Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually. | X | |||||
| 7 | Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and intelligible instructions. | X | |||||
| 8 | Awareness of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself. | X | |||||
| 9 | Knowledge on behavior according ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility and standards used in engineering practices. | ||||||
| 10 | Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development. | ||||||
| 11 | Knowledge about the global and social effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety, and contemporary issues of the century reflected into the field of engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions. | ||||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 30 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 70 | |
| Total | 100 | |