Course Detail
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROFESSIONAL READING in ENGLISH | - | Fall Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 4 |
| 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. Talat BULUT |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Lect. Semih PALA |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | The objective of the course is to raise students' awareness in professional and academic publications, equip students with experiences of critically reading and utilizing these publications, introduce useful technological tools and programs to aid professional and academic work, and enable students to attain the level of reading, grammar and vocabulary necessary for professional reading in English. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Types of academic texts, Parts of an article,Reading strategies (scanning, skimming),Tools and programs of professional reading,Databases and indexing, Databases and indexing,Citation tools - Mendeley,Citation tools - Mendeley, Academic vocabulary,Academic vocabulary,Academic Grammar, Academic Grammar,Academic Translation,Academic Translation. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Recognizes professional and academic publications | 9 | A, E |
| Knows the grammar structures necessary for professional reading in English | 9 | A, E |
| Knows the vocabulary necessary for professional reading in English | 9 | A, E |
| Recognizes useful technological tools and programs (e.g. Mendeley) to aid professional and academic work | 8, 9 | A, E |
| Teaching Methods: | 8: Flipped Classroom Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Types of academic texts | |
| 2 | Parts of an article | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
| 3 | Reading strategies (scanning, skimming) | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
| 4 | Tools and programs of professional reading | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
| 5 | Databases and indexing | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
| 6 | Databases and indexing | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
| 7 | Citation tools - Mendeley | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
| 8 | Citation tools - Mendeley | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
| 9 | Academic vocabulary | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
| 10 | Academic vocabulary | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
| 11 | Academic Grammar | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
| 12 | Academic Grammar | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
| 13 | Academic Translation | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
| 14 | Academic Translation | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
| Resources |
| Henderson, E. (2007). The active reader: Strategies for academic reading and writing. Oxford University Press, USA. |
| Journal articles |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | 1. Knows how to access current basic, theoretical and applied scientific knowledge in the field of speech and language therapy by using information technologies and resources; evaluates the accuracy, reliability and validity of this information. | ||||||
| 2 | 2. Uses the knowledge and skills acquired in education in an evidence-based manner and effectively for the improvement of quality of life for communication, speech, language, voice and swallowing health at individual and social level and for the prevention, diagnosis and therapy of disorders in this field. | ||||||
| 3 | 3. Establishes interdisciplinary collaborations with the health professionals and other professionals with a sense of social responsibility and becomes a reliable member of the team of health professionals. | ||||||
| 4 | 4. Collects evidence-based data using technological devices and tools in the field, plans, implements, modifies, terminates, reports, documents and monitors programs securely. | ||||||
| 5 | 5. Undertakes prevention, functional assessment, differential diagnosis, therapy, rehabilitation practices with a holistic approach based on bio-psycho-social and cultural norms, utilizing knowledge and skills gained in the professional field along with the appropriate technology, | ||||||
| 6 | 6. Has the ability to conduct professional and academic studies independently, effectively and ethically; has the ability to take responsibility as a team member and to find solutions to expected or unforeseen problems. | ||||||
| 7 | 7. Acts in accordance with the processes by having sufficient awareness of quality management and continuity, environmental protection and occupational safety. | ||||||
| 8 | 8. Identifies personal and professional learning needs with a self-critical approach, learns at least one foreign language, develops a positive attitude towards lifelong-learning, and demonstrates what he/she has learned. | ||||||
| 9 | 9. As an individual, he/she sets an example to the society with his/her positive attitudes, behaviors and communication open to continuous change; acts respectful and sensitive to democracy and human rights, social, cultural, linguistic and individual differences at the universal level. | ||||||
| 10 | 10. As an individual, he/she acts in accordance with the legislations and regulations, scientific and professional ethical values related to his/her field; fulfills all the duties and responsibilities required by his/her profession while observing the rights of the clients and protects and defends his/her professional rights. | ||||||
| 11 | 11. Has the necessary skills to take part in national and international policy development efforts related to personal and public health, family counseling, social awareness, health and education policies related to the field of speech-language pathology, and conveys clear and accurate information. | ||||||
| 12 | 12. Participates in the planning and execution of projects and research, utilizing his/her knowledge on research methods, teaching-learning, assessment and evaluation and management. | ||||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |
| ECTS / Workload Table | ||||||
| Activities | Number of | Duration(Hour) | Total Workload(Hour) | |||
| Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 14 | 1 | 14 | |||
| Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 2 | 10 | 20 | |||
| Term Project | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Presentation of Project / Seminar | 1 | 10 | 10 | |||
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 | |||
| General Exam | 1 | 15 | 15 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 1 | 10 | 10 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 121 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(121/30) | 4 | |||||
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROFESSIONAL READING in ENGLISH | - | Fall Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 4 |
| 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. Talat BULUT |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Lect. Semih PALA |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | The objective of the course is to raise students' awareness in professional and academic publications, equip students with experiences of critically reading and utilizing these publications, introduce useful technological tools and programs to aid professional and academic work, and enable students to attain the level of reading, grammar and vocabulary necessary for professional reading in English. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Types of academic texts, Parts of an article,Reading strategies (scanning, skimming),Tools and programs of professional reading,Databases and indexing, Databases and indexing,Citation tools - Mendeley,Citation tools - Mendeley, Academic vocabulary,Academic vocabulary,Academic Grammar, Academic Grammar,Academic Translation,Academic Translation. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Recognizes professional and academic publications | 9 | A, E |
| Knows the grammar structures necessary for professional reading in English | 9 | A, E |
| Knows the vocabulary necessary for professional reading in English | 9 | A, E |
| Recognizes useful technological tools and programs (e.g. Mendeley) to aid professional and academic work | 8, 9 | A, E |
| Teaching Methods: | 8: Flipped Classroom Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Types of academic texts | |
| 2 | Parts of an article | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
| 3 | Reading strategies (scanning, skimming) | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
| 4 | Tools and programs of professional reading | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
| 5 | Databases and indexing | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
| 6 | Databases and indexing | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
| 7 | Citation tools - Mendeley | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
| 8 | Citation tools - Mendeley | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
| 9 | Academic vocabulary | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
| 10 | Academic vocabulary | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
| 11 | Academic Grammar | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
| 12 | Academic Grammar | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
| 13 | Academic Translation | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
| 14 | Academic Translation | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
| Resources |
| Henderson, E. (2007). The active reader: Strategies for academic reading and writing. Oxford University Press, USA. |
| Journal articles |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | 1. Knows how to access current basic, theoretical and applied scientific knowledge in the field of speech and language therapy by using information technologies and resources; evaluates the accuracy, reliability and validity of this information. | ||||||
| 2 | 2. Uses the knowledge and skills acquired in education in an evidence-based manner and effectively for the improvement of quality of life for communication, speech, language, voice and swallowing health at individual and social level and for the prevention, diagnosis and therapy of disorders in this field. | ||||||
| 3 | 3. Establishes interdisciplinary collaborations with the health professionals and other professionals with a sense of social responsibility and becomes a reliable member of the team of health professionals. | ||||||
| 4 | 4. Collects evidence-based data using technological devices and tools in the field, plans, implements, modifies, terminates, reports, documents and monitors programs securely. | ||||||
| 5 | 5. Undertakes prevention, functional assessment, differential diagnosis, therapy, rehabilitation practices with a holistic approach based on bio-psycho-social and cultural norms, utilizing knowledge and skills gained in the professional field along with the appropriate technology, | ||||||
| 6 | 6. Has the ability to conduct professional and academic studies independently, effectively and ethically; has the ability to take responsibility as a team member and to find solutions to expected or unforeseen problems. | ||||||
| 7 | 7. Acts in accordance with the processes by having sufficient awareness of quality management and continuity, environmental protection and occupational safety. | ||||||
| 8 | 8. Identifies personal and professional learning needs with a self-critical approach, learns at least one foreign language, develops a positive attitude towards lifelong-learning, and demonstrates what he/she has learned. | ||||||
| 9 | 9. As an individual, he/she sets an example to the society with his/her positive attitudes, behaviors and communication open to continuous change; acts respectful and sensitive to democracy and human rights, social, cultural, linguistic and individual differences at the universal level. | ||||||
| 10 | 10. As an individual, he/she acts in accordance with the legislations and regulations, scientific and professional ethical values related to his/her field; fulfills all the duties and responsibilities required by his/her profession while observing the rights of the clients and protects and defends his/her professional rights. | ||||||
| 11 | 11. Has the necessary skills to take part in national and international policy development efforts related to personal and public health, family counseling, social awareness, health and education policies related to the field of speech-language pathology, and conveys clear and accurate information. | ||||||
| 12 | 12. Participates in the planning and execution of projects and research, utilizing his/her knowledge on research methods, teaching-learning, assessment and evaluation and management. | ||||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |