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ADVANCED ENGLISH SKILLS I PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
YDL103 ADVANCED ENGLISH SKILLS I 1 3 3 3

GENERAL INFORMATION

Language of Instruction : English
Level of the Course Unit : BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course : Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit -
Coordinator of the Course Unit Prof. MAHİR GÜNDAY
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS

Objectives of the Course Unit: This course is designed to help freshmen better cope with the English-language coursework in their major fields of study by concentrating on reading, critical thinking, vocabulary development and writing. It is aimed to reinforce and expand the students’ English competence and performance through textual and structural analysis, i.e., through learning how meaning is communicated by the organization of a text and learning how English syntax contributes to meaning.
Contents of the Course Unit: This course combines elements of both the strategies approach and the task based approach to language learning. The students are being trained to incorporate materials from several textual sources and to use academic texts critically. Coursework involves reading and analyzing various upper-intermediate and advanced level texts as well as listening activities relevant to the chosen topics

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)

Identify advanced level of grammar structure.
Criticize and interpret the advanced level of reading passages.
Develop listening skills
Develop the ability to expand their vocabulary through multiple methods.
Compose an essay by developing content, using specific grammatical structures and giving thematically related examples about the given topic.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY

Week Preparatory Topics(Subjects) Method
1 - Introduction to the Course Goals, Assignments, Schedule, Criteria, Policies -
2 The relevant unit in the course book Unit 1: The Way We Are Talking about the dysfunctional families, telling and writing a story about an unusual person from the past with Narrative Tenses. Lecture & Discussion & Inquiry-based Learning
3 The relevant unit in the course book Managing conversation: Agreeing, Disagreeing and Partially Agreeing Lecture & Discussion & Inquiry-based Learning
4 The relevant unit in the course book Unit 2: Wild World Listening conversations and reading a text about animals and their characteristics and human’s attitudes to animals Lecture & Discussion & Inquiry-based Learning
5 The relevant unit in the course book Managing conversations on similarities and differences between humans and chimpanzees with using a wide range of Verbs of Senses and Articles Lecture & Discussion & Inquiry-based Learning
6 The relevant unit in the course book Unit 3: On the Money Listening to people talking about how they spend money and writing a web article called ‘How to be rich’ Lecture & Discussion & Inquiry-based Learning
7 The relevant unit in the course book Reading an article about money trends, giving and responding to opinions about money issues with the use of Future Forms. Lecture & Discussion & Inquiry-based Learning
8 - MID-TERM EXAM -
9 The relevant unit in the course book Reading and analyzing movie review; Hobbits and Other Creatures Studying on Adjective Clauses with Prepositions Lecture & Discussion & Inquiry-based Learning
10 The relevant unit in the course book Unit 4: Through The Ages Giving a talk about the uses of and history of plastic. The Passive Structure Lecture & Discussion & Inquiry-based Learning
11 The relevant unit in the course book Using Compound Nouns and Possessive ‘s Writing a paragraph about advantages and disadvantages of internet. Lecture & Discussion & Inquiry-based Learning
12 The relevant unit in the course book Unit 5: Island Hopping Managing conversations using Discourse Markers Lecture & Discussion & Inquiry-based Learning
13 The relevant unit in the course book Listening of an interview about a survival TV show Reading the text ‘An Unexplained Mystery’ Studying on Past Deduction and Speculation Lecture & Discussion & Inquiry-based Learning
14 The relevant unit in the course book Talking about utopian and dystopian stories, films and games. Listening a conversation about dystopian fiction as a study of Pronouns and Substitution. Lecture & Discussion & Inquiry-based Learning
15 The relevant unit in the course book Writing a paragraph comparing science fiction and reality Lecture & Discussion & Inquiry-based Learning
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

Friedland,D. Tomalin, M. (2017) Jetstream Advanced. United Kingdom: Helbling languages

ASSESSMENT

Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities Number of Activities Degree of Contribution (%) Description
Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5

CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

KNOWLEDGE

Theoretical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Can use theoretical information supported by textbooks, practice tools and other resources that contain basic and current information in the field of dentistry.
2
Can interpret theoretical knowledge on basic medical sciences.
3
Use the information needed to diagnose and plan treatment for diseases of the mouth and surrounding tissues.

KNOWLEDGE

Factual

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Can relate the basic medical science knowledge gained to the systemic condition of the clinical patient.
2
Accesses up-to-date and reliable information using appropriate tools and equipment, and interprets this information with a critical and analytical perspective.

SKILLS

Cognitive

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Uses and develops the acquired theoretical and practical knowledge specific to the field of dentistry.
2
Can interpret the knowledge acquired in basic and clinical sciences according to normal and pathological conditions encountered in dental practice.

SKILLS

Practical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
He/she uses the knowledge he/she has in the field of dentistry, synthesizes and evaluates interdisciplinary information and produces solutions to problems.
2
The field of dentistry uses relevant technologies and computer programs and adapts them to professional practices.
3
Performs radiographic examination procedures using medical and dental anamnesis, clinical and diagnostic appropriate radiographs, and creates a diagnosis, treatment and follow-up plan.
4
Organizes basic care services on oral health protection and treatment for individuals, families and society, educates patients on this issue and takes part in projects related to these issues when necessary.
5
Be able to perform practices to prevent cross-infection by protecting against physical, chemical and microbiological contamination during clinical applications.

OCCUPATIONAL

Autonomy & Responsibility

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
It develops basic management, leadership and responsibility skills in individual and team work.
2
Plans and implements a study independently with the knowledge he has in the field of dentistry
3
Takes part in interdisciplinary collaboration and teamwork in the field of health when necessary, within the limits of his/her own knowledge and skills.
4
Takes part individually and as a team member in performing emergency procedures related to the field of dentistry and providing the treatments that the patient needs, and solves unforeseen and complex problems.

OCCUPATIONAL

Learning to Learn

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
It applies the principle of lifelong learning. It provides learning needs and learning resources on topics such as continuing education, communication, health informatics management related to the field of dentistry.
2
Evaluates changes in professional practices with a critical approach by following evidence-based practices.

OCCUPATIONAL

Communication & Social

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Supports the development of dental health policy in order to further advance dental practices; participates in national and international studies and shares its own observations, experiences and research.
2
Develops oral and written communication skills by using a foreign language at least at the B1 general level of the European language portfolio.
3
During dental practice, they develop effective communication skills with patients, their relatives, other healthcare personnel and colleagues involved in the treatment of patients, regardless of age, gender, social and cultural differences, and plan the most appropriate treatment for the patient within the framework of social, scientific and ethical values ​​and use the data they collect regarding these treatments.
4
Uses advanced information and communication technologies along with computer software at the level required by the field.

OCCUPATIONAL

Occupational and/or Vocational

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Interprets the information he/she has on practice management, training of assistant personnel, effective working order, methods of protection from occupational diseases, environmental protection, work safety, quality management and processes and makes the necessary arrangements regarding these issues.
2
Provides solutions related to the field of Dentistry, solves problems by taking responsibility, evaluates the results obtained and has sufficient experience to perform clinical applications.
3
It values ​​preventive health services in protecting individual and public health.
4
He/she can relate the information he/she has about disease prevention, early diagnosis, and prevention of excessive and unnecessary treatment.
5
Develops exemplary behaviors for society with attitudes and behaviors that are in line with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values.
6
Organizes the treatment of patients requiring special care or with systemic diseases under appropriate conditions.

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT

Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities

Type of the Learning Activites Learning Activities (# of week) Duration (hours, h) Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities 14 3 42
Preliminary & Further Study 13 1 13
Land Surveying 0 0 0
Group Work 0 0 0
Laboratory 0 0 0
Reading 0 0 0
Assignment (Homework) 0 0 0
Project Work 0 0 0
Seminar 0 0 0
Internship 0 0 0
Technical Visit 0 0 0
Web Based Learning 13 1 13
Implementation/Application/Practice 0 0 0
Practice at a workplace 0 0 0
Occupational Activity 0 0 0
Social Activity 0 0 0
Thesis Work 0 0 0
Field Study 0 0 0
Report Writing 0 0 0
Final Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Final Exam 1 4 4
Mid-Term Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam 1 3 3
Short Exam 0 0 0
Preparation for the Short Exam 0 0 0
TOTAL 44 0 77
Total Workload of the Course Unit 77
Workload (h) / 25.5 3
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 3,0