Course Detail
Course Description
Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
PROFESSIONAL WRITING in ENGLISH | - | Spring 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) | |
Assistant(s) | |
Aim | The aim of the course is equip students with the necessary skills for professional writing and for academic writing in the field of speech and language therapy. |
Course Content | This course contains; Techniques for writing independent (free) articles ,Techniques for writing independent (free) articles ,Writing academic articles using different sources ,Citation methods used in academic texts ,Plagiarism and strategies for prevention of plagiarism ,Points of attention while citing sources: Paraphrasing ,Connectives used in academic writing ,Academic writing practice ,Academic writing practice ,Article archiving and citation programs - Mendeley ,Article archiving and citation programs - Mendeley ,Academic writing practice ,Academic writing practice ,Academic writing practice . |
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
Acquires professional writing skills in English | 14, 8, 9 | E |
Able to prepare resumes and CVs in English | 14, 8, 9 | E |
Able to write academic emails in English | 14, 8, 9 | E |
Able to express what s/he understands from academic articles in different fields of speech and language therapy | 14, 8, 9 | E |
Able to paraphrase academic texts | 16, 6, 9 | E |
Teaching Methods: | 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 6: Experiential Learning, 8: Flipped Classroom Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
Assessment Methods: | E: Homework |
Course Outline
Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
---|---|---|
1 | Techniques for writing independent (free) articles | |
2 | Techniques for writing independent (free) articles | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
3 | Writing academic articles using different sources | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
4 | Citation methods used in academic texts | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
5 | Plagiarism and strategies for prevention of plagiarism | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
6 | Points of attention while citing sources: Paraphrasing | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
7 | Connectives used in academic writing | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
8 | Academic writing practice | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
9 | Academic writing practice | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
10 | Article archiving and citation programs - Mendeley | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
11 | Article archiving and citation programs - Mendeley | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
12 | Academic writing practice | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
13 | Academic writing practice | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
14 | Academic writing practice | 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. | X | |||||
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. | X | |||||
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. | X | |||||
4 | 4. Collects evidence-based data using technological devices and tools in the field, plans, implements, modifies, terminates, reports, documents and monitors programs securely. | X | |||||
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, | X | |||||
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. | X | |||||
7 | 7. Acts in accordance with the processes by having sufficient awareness of quality management and continuity, environmental protection and occupational safety. | X | |||||
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. | X | |||||
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. | X | |||||
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. | X | |||||
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. | X | |||||
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. | X |
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 | 5 | 10 | |||
Term Project | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
Presentation of Project / Seminar | 2 | 5 | 10 | |||
Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
Midterm Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 | |||
General Exam | 1 | 15 | 15 | |||
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 1 | 15 | 15 | |||
Total Workload(Hour) | 116 | |||||
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(116/30) | 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 WRITING in ENGLISH | - | Spring 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) | |
Assistant(s) | |
Aim | The aim of the course is equip students with the necessary skills for professional writing and for academic writing in the field of speech and language therapy. |
Course Content | This course contains; Techniques for writing independent (free) articles ,Techniques for writing independent (free) articles ,Writing academic articles using different sources ,Citation methods used in academic texts ,Plagiarism and strategies for prevention of plagiarism ,Points of attention while citing sources: Paraphrasing ,Connectives used in academic writing ,Academic writing practice ,Academic writing practice ,Article archiving and citation programs - Mendeley ,Article archiving and citation programs - Mendeley ,Academic writing practice ,Academic writing practice ,Academic writing practice . |
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
Acquires professional writing skills in English | 14, 8, 9 | E |
Able to prepare resumes and CVs in English | 14, 8, 9 | E |
Able to write academic emails in English | 14, 8, 9 | E |
Able to express what s/he understands from academic articles in different fields of speech and language therapy | 14, 8, 9 | E |
Able to paraphrase academic texts | 16, 6, 9 | E |
Teaching Methods: | 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 6: Experiential Learning, 8: Flipped Classroom Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
Assessment Methods: | E: Homework |
Course Outline
Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
---|---|---|
1 | Techniques for writing independent (free) articles | |
2 | Techniques for writing independent (free) articles | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
3 | Writing academic articles using different sources | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
4 | Citation methods used in academic texts | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
5 | Plagiarism and strategies for prevention of plagiarism | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
6 | Points of attention while citing sources: Paraphrasing | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
7 | Connectives used in academic writing | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
8 | Academic writing practice | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
9 | Academic writing practice | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
10 | Article archiving and citation programs - Mendeley | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
11 | Article archiving and citation programs - Mendeley | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
12 | Academic writing practice | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
13 | Academic writing practice | Reading the article on this week's topic that is uploaded into the system and doing the assignment given. |
14 | Academic writing practice | 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. | X | |||||
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. | X | |||||
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. | X | |||||
4 | 4. Collects evidence-based data using technological devices and tools in the field, plans, implements, modifies, terminates, reports, documents and monitors programs securely. | X | |||||
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, | X | |||||
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. | X | |||||
7 | 7. Acts in accordance with the processes by having sufficient awareness of quality management and continuity, environmental protection and occupational safety. | X | |||||
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. | X | |||||
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. | X | |||||
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. | X | |||||
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. | X | |||||
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. | X |
Assessment Methods
Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
Total | 100 |