To raise students’ textual awareness and reading skills.
Course Content
This course contains; Course Introduction & Discussion on course objectives ,Leonardo Da Vinci (Biography) ,Peter the Great (Biography) ,Beethoven (Biography) ,Dostoevsky (Biography) ,Nikola Tesla (Biography) ,Sigmund Freud (Biography) ,Sabiha Gökçen (Biography) ,G. García Márquez (Biography) ,Rigoberta Menchú (Biography) ,Ted talks & Documentaries ,Ted talks & Documentaries ,Ted talks & Documentaries ,Ted talks & Documentaries .
Course Learning Outcomes
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
1. Will be able to analyze texts in depth.
10, 16, 6, 9
A
1.1. Will be able to decipher the hidden meanings of texts by conducting in-depth text analysis.
10, 16, 6, 9
1.2. By identifying themes, symbols, and metaphors in texts, will be able to develop an analytical approach.
10, 16, 6, 9
2. Will be able to read critically.
10, 16, 6, 9
A
2.1. Will be able to critically evaluate texts, questioning the author's intentions.
10, 16, 6, 9
2.2. By critically assessing the author's arguments, Will be able to discuss the reliability of texts.
10, 16, 6, 9
3. Will be able to recognize different text types.
10, 16, 6, 9
A
3.1. By recognizing different text genres, will be able to interpret texts appropriately.
10, 16, 6, 9
3.2. Will be able to distinguish the characteristics of texts by understanding the differences between genres such as fiction, articles, poetry, and others.
10, 16, 6, 9
4. Will be able to improve reading speed and comprehension ability.
10, 16, 6, 9
A
4.1. By increasing reading speed, will be able to understand texts more effectively.
10, 16, 6, 9
4.2. Will be able to enhance their ability to quickly separate main ideas and details, leading to a better understanding of text content.
10, 16, 6, 9
5. Will have knowledge about reading visual and auditory texts.
10, 16, 6, 9
A
5.1. By effectively analyzing visual and auditory media texts, will be able to improve media literacy.
10, 16, 6, 9
5.2. Will be able to relate media elements such as images, graphics, videos, and audio recordings to texts, enhancing their media literacy skills.
Course Introduction & Discussion on course objectives
2
Leonardo Da Vinci (Biography)
3
Peter the Great (Biography)
4
Beethoven (Biography)
5
Dostoevsky (Biography)
6
Nikola Tesla (Biography)
7
Sigmund Freud (Biography)
8
Sabiha Gökçen (Biography)
9
G. García Márquez (Biography)
10
Rigoberta Menchú (Biography)
11
Ted talks & Documentaries
12
Ted talks & Documentaries
13
Ted talks & Documentaries
14
Ted talks & Documentaries
Resources
-Broukal, Milada. (N.Dt.) What A Life! Pearson Longman.
-Open Source : Ted Talks & Documentaries
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
No
Program Qualification
Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1
Has theoretical knowledge about translation studies.
2
Has knowledge about English language structure and theories.
X
3
Has theoretical knowledge about language and culture.
X
4
Has theoretical and theoretical knowledge about Turkish language structure and theories.
X
5
Has theoretical knowledge about the differences between Turkish and English language structures.
X
6
Has the ability to translate literary works, texts in various fields and genres, scientific articles, newspapers and magazines, political, legal, economic, technical and other types of works.
X
7
Can translate the texts he/she encounters within the integrity of meaning and accuracy of expression, using the correct concepts and terms.
8
Can check the translations in terms of accuracy and appropriateness.
9
Can use the opportunities offered by information technologies used in the field of translation in order to work more effectively.
10
Can open his/her own translation office and finalize the incoming translations in the best way possible by project planning and organizing his/her team members.
11
Can work as translators and translation editors in organizations such as newspapers, magazines and publishing houses.
12
Critically evaluates the knowledge and skills acquired in the field of translation.
13
Improves his/her knowledge of English by reading continuously and increases his/her terminology vocabulary.
14
Uses their communication skills in front of crowds of people in consecutive interpreting to do their job in the best and most effective way.
15
Helps those who want to learn about translation with advice and suggestions in every environment.
16
Can use the software and hardware developed by information technologies specific to this field and to help those who want to learn.
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
4
56
Guided Problem Solving
0
0
0
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report
14
8
112
Term Project
0
0
0
Presentation of Project / Seminar
0
0
0
Quiz
0
0
0
Midterm Exam
1
15
15
General Exam
1
18
18
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan
0
0
0
Total Workload(Hour)
201
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(201/30)
7
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
ADVANCED READINGS SKILLS
ATE1177650
Fall Semester
4+0
4
7
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of Course
English
Course Level
Short Cycle (Associate's Degree)
Course Type
Elective
Course Coordinator
Lect. Nimetullah Doğu YAŞAR
Name of Lecturer(s)
Lect. Nimetullah Doğu YAŞAR
Assistant(s)
Aim
To raise students’ textual awareness and reading skills.
Course Content
This course contains; Course Introduction & Discussion on course objectives ,Leonardo Da Vinci (Biography) ,Peter the Great (Biography) ,Beethoven (Biography) ,Dostoevsky (Biography) ,Nikola Tesla (Biography) ,Sigmund Freud (Biography) ,Sabiha Gökçen (Biography) ,G. García Márquez (Biography) ,Rigoberta Menchú (Biography) ,Ted talks & Documentaries ,Ted talks & Documentaries ,Ted talks & Documentaries ,Ted talks & Documentaries .
Course Learning Outcomes
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
1. Will be able to analyze texts in depth.
10, 16, 6, 9
A
1.1. Will be able to decipher the hidden meanings of texts by conducting in-depth text analysis.
10, 16, 6, 9
1.2. By identifying themes, symbols, and metaphors in texts, will be able to develop an analytical approach.
10, 16, 6, 9
2. Will be able to read critically.
10, 16, 6, 9
A
2.1. Will be able to critically evaluate texts, questioning the author's intentions.
10, 16, 6, 9
2.2. By critically assessing the author's arguments, Will be able to discuss the reliability of texts.
10, 16, 6, 9
3. Will be able to recognize different text types.
10, 16, 6, 9
A
3.1. By recognizing different text genres, will be able to interpret texts appropriately.
10, 16, 6, 9
3.2. Will be able to distinguish the characteristics of texts by understanding the differences between genres such as fiction, articles, poetry, and others.
10, 16, 6, 9
4. Will be able to improve reading speed and comprehension ability.
10, 16, 6, 9
A
4.1. By increasing reading speed, will be able to understand texts more effectively.
10, 16, 6, 9
4.2. Will be able to enhance their ability to quickly separate main ideas and details, leading to a better understanding of text content.
10, 16, 6, 9
5. Will have knowledge about reading visual and auditory texts.
10, 16, 6, 9
A
5.1. By effectively analyzing visual and auditory media texts, will be able to improve media literacy.
10, 16, 6, 9
5.2. Will be able to relate media elements such as images, graphics, videos, and audio recordings to texts, enhancing their media literacy skills.
Course Introduction & Discussion on course objectives
2
Leonardo Da Vinci (Biography)
3
Peter the Great (Biography)
4
Beethoven (Biography)
5
Dostoevsky (Biography)
6
Nikola Tesla (Biography)
7
Sigmund Freud (Biography)
8
Sabiha Gökçen (Biography)
9
G. García Márquez (Biography)
10
Rigoberta Menchú (Biography)
11
Ted talks & Documentaries
12
Ted talks & Documentaries
13
Ted talks & Documentaries
14
Ted talks & Documentaries
Resources
-Broukal, Milada. (N.Dt.) What A Life! Pearson Longman.
-Open Source : Ted Talks & Documentaries
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
No
Program Qualification
Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1
Has theoretical knowledge about translation studies.
2
Has knowledge about English language structure and theories.
X
3
Has theoretical knowledge about language and culture.
X
4
Has theoretical and theoretical knowledge about Turkish language structure and theories.
X
5
Has theoretical knowledge about the differences between Turkish and English language structures.
X
6
Has the ability to translate literary works, texts in various fields and genres, scientific articles, newspapers and magazines, political, legal, economic, technical and other types of works.
X
7
Can translate the texts he/she encounters within the integrity of meaning and accuracy of expression, using the correct concepts and terms.
8
Can check the translations in terms of accuracy and appropriateness.
9
Can use the opportunities offered by information technologies used in the field of translation in order to work more effectively.
10
Can open his/her own translation office and finalize the incoming translations in the best way possible by project planning and organizing his/her team members.
11
Can work as translators and translation editors in organizations such as newspapers, magazines and publishing houses.
12
Critically evaluates the knowledge and skills acquired in the field of translation.
13
Improves his/her knowledge of English by reading continuously and increases his/her terminology vocabulary.
14
Uses their communication skills in front of crowds of people in consecutive interpreting to do their job in the best and most effective way.
15
Helps those who want to learn about translation with advice and suggestions in every environment.
16
Can use the software and hardware developed by information technologies specific to this field and to help those who want to learn.
