To provide general training in Literature focusing on British history, culture, and society. It deals with geographical, historical, political, social, and cultural aspects, as well as literature and its relationship with current affairs and contemporary society.
Course Content
This course contains; Pre- Medieval History,Medieval Era,Renaissance,The Age of Enlightenment,The Age of Enlightenment,18th Century,18th Century: “Gulliver’s Travels”,Industrial Revolution,19th Century,19th Century: “Wuthering Heights”,20th Century,20th Century: “Selected Short Stories” ,An overview on English Literature,An overview on English Literature.
Course Learning Outcomes
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
1. Will be able to understand the basic concepts of English literature.
10, 16, 9
A
1.1. By understanding the basic periods and movements of English literature, will be able to grasp the literary history.
10, 16, 6, 9
1.2. By recognizing significant English literary authors and works, will be able to comprehend the literary heritage.
10, 16, 6, 9
2. Will be able to develop literary analysis skills.
10, 16, 6, 9
A
2.1. By enhancing the skills needed to analyze English literary works, will be able to decipher the texts' in-depth meanings.
10, 16, 6, 9
2.2. By evaluating the language, themes, and structural features of literary texts, will be able to interpret the meaning of literary works.
10, 16, 6, 9
3. Will be able to understand thematic processes in literary works.
10, 16, 6, 9
A
3.1. By understanding thematic processes in English literary works, will be able to decode authors' messages.
10, 6, 9
3.2. By comprehending the societal, cultural, and historical contexts of literary texts, will be able to explore thematic depth.
10, 16, 6, 9
4. Will be able to analyze language and style in literary works.
10, 16, 6, 9
A
4.1. By conducting language and style analysis in English literary works, will be able to decipher authors' modes of expression.
10, 16, 6, 9
4.2. By evaluating the linguistic features of literary works, will be able to understand authors' distinctive styles.
10, 16, 6, 9
5. Will gain literary analysis and criticism skills.
10, 16, 6, 9
A
5.1. By critically evaluating English literary works, will be able to acquire literary criticism skills.
10, 16, 6, 9
5.2. By examining literary texts from different perspectives, will be able to explain the in-depth meaning of literary works.
-Fleischmann, Ruth. (1999) English Literature in its Historical Context. Universität Koblenz-Landau.
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.
3
Has theoretical knowledge about language and culture.
X
4
Has theoretical and theoretical knowledge about Turkish language structure and theories.
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.
X
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.
X
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
6
84
Term Project
0
0
0
Presentation of Project / Seminar
1
10
10
Quiz
0
0
0
Midterm Exam
1
10
10
General Exam
1
20
20
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan
0
0
0
Total Workload(Hour)
180
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(180/30)
6
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
ENGLISH LITERATURE: INTRODUCTION
ATE2110997
Fall Semester
4+0
4
6
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of Course
English
Course Level
Short Cycle (Associate's Degree)
Course Type
Elective
Course Coordinator
Assist.Prof. Celal SARIOĞLU
Name of Lecturer(s)
Lect. Onur KAVAK
Assistant(s)
Aim
To provide general training in Literature focusing on British history, culture, and society. It deals with geographical, historical, political, social, and cultural aspects, as well as literature and its relationship with current affairs and contemporary society.
Course Content
This course contains; Pre- Medieval History,Medieval Era,Renaissance,The Age of Enlightenment,The Age of Enlightenment,18th Century,18th Century: “Gulliver’s Travels”,Industrial Revolution,19th Century,19th Century: “Wuthering Heights”,20th Century,20th Century: “Selected Short Stories” ,An overview on English Literature,An overview on English Literature.
Course Learning Outcomes
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
1. Will be able to understand the basic concepts of English literature.
10, 16, 9
A
1.1. By understanding the basic periods and movements of English literature, will be able to grasp the literary history.
10, 16, 6, 9
1.2. By recognizing significant English literary authors and works, will be able to comprehend the literary heritage.
10, 16, 6, 9
2. Will be able to develop literary analysis skills.
10, 16, 6, 9
A
2.1. By enhancing the skills needed to analyze English literary works, will be able to decipher the texts' in-depth meanings.
10, 16, 6, 9
2.2. By evaluating the language, themes, and structural features of literary texts, will be able to interpret the meaning of literary works.
10, 16, 6, 9
3. Will be able to understand thematic processes in literary works.
10, 16, 6, 9
A
3.1. By understanding thematic processes in English literary works, will be able to decode authors' messages.
10, 6, 9
3.2. By comprehending the societal, cultural, and historical contexts of literary texts, will be able to explore thematic depth.
10, 16, 6, 9
4. Will be able to analyze language and style in literary works.
10, 16, 6, 9
A
4.1. By conducting language and style analysis in English literary works, will be able to decipher authors' modes of expression.
10, 16, 6, 9
4.2. By evaluating the linguistic features of literary works, will be able to understand authors' distinctive styles.
10, 16, 6, 9
5. Will gain literary analysis and criticism skills.
10, 16, 6, 9
A
5.1. By critically evaluating English literary works, will be able to acquire literary criticism skills.
10, 16, 6, 9
5.2. By examining literary texts from different perspectives, will be able to explain the in-depth meaning of literary works.
-Fleischmann, Ruth. (1999) English Literature in its Historical Context. Universität Koblenz-Landau.
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.
3
Has theoretical knowledge about language and culture.
X
4
Has theoretical and theoretical knowledge about Turkish language structure and theories.
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.
X
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.
X
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.
