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ADVANCED ENGLISH STRUCTURE II PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
ELL128 ADVANCED ENGLISH STRUCTURE II 2 3 3 4

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 Assist.Prof. TUĞBA AKMAN KAPLAN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit Assist.Prof. İSMAİL AYDIN
Course Prerequisite No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS

Objectives of the Course Unit: This course aims to introduce structure of English to students in order to improve their understanding of the forms in the target language. The course also aims to have them developed the skills for using the grammar knowledge in written and spoken language.
Contents of the Course Unit: This course covers the advanced level of English grammar subjects such as, adverb clauses, reduction of adverb clauses, inversions, coordinating conjunctions and modals. Students practice complex sentence structures through reading, writing and speaking.

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

paraphrase the advanced forms of English structure. employ their knowledge of advanced English structure to engage in a literary discussion. evaluate the importance of correctly constructed sentence in expressing the meaning. write paragraphs illustrating the targeted advanced grammar structure.

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 Lecture / Experiential Learning / Discussion
2 Reading the Material Assigned Reading-Analyzing complex sentences Feedback to student essays Paraphrasing the reading text Using complex sentences in writing Lecture / Experiential Learning / Discussion
3 Reading the Material Assigned Reading-Analyzing complex sentences Feedback to student essays Paraphrasing the reading text Using complex sentences in writing Lecture / Experiential Learning / Discussion
4 Reading the Material Assigned Reading-Analyzing complex sentences Feedback to student essays Paraphrasing the reading text Using complex sentences in writing Lecture / Experiential Learning / Discussion
5 Reading the Material Assigned Reading-Analyzing complex sentences Feedback to student essays Paraphrasing the reading text Using complex sentences in writing Lecture / Experiential Learning / Discussion
6 Reading the Material Assigned Reading-Analyzing complex sentences Feedback to student essays Paraphrasing the reading text Using complex sentences in writing Lecture / Experiential Learning / Discussion
7 Reading the Material Assigned Reading-Analyzing complex sentences Feedback to student essays Paraphrasing the reading text Using complex sentences in writing Lecture / Experiential Learning / Discussion
8 Reading the Material Assigned Reading-Analyzing complex sentences Feedback to student essays Paraphrasing the reading text Using complex sentences in writing Lecture / Experiential Learning / Discussion
9 Reading the Material Assigned Reading-Analyzing complex sentences Feedback to student essays Paraphrasing the reading text Using complex sentences in writing Lecture / Experiential Learning / Discussion
10 - MID-TERM EXAM -
11 Reading the Material Assigned Reading-Analyzing complex sentences Feedback to student essays Paraphrasing the reading text Using complex sentences in writing Lecture / Experiential Learning / Discussion
12 Reading the Material Assigned Reading-Analyzing complex sentences Feedback to student essays Paraphrasing the reading text Using complex sentences in writing Lecture / Experiential Learning / Discussion
13 Reading the Material Assigned Reading-Analyzing complex sentences Feedback to student essays Paraphrasing the reading text Using complex sentences in writing Lecture / Experiential Learning / Discussion
14 Reading the Material Assigned Reading-Analyzing complex sentences Feedback to student essays Paraphrasing the reading text Using complex sentences in writingReading-Analyzing complex sentences Feedback to student essays Paraphrasing the reading text Using complex sentences in writing Lecture / Experiential Learning / Discussion
15 Reading the Material Assigned Reading-Analyzing complex sentences Feedback to student essays Paraphrasing the reading text Using complex sentences in writing Lecture / Experiential Learning / Discussion
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

Modern English Structures - Second Edition Form, Function, and Position

ASSESSMENT

Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities Number of Activities Degree of Contribution (%) Description Examination Method
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
The graduate will be able to identify the main characteristics of literary movements such as modernism, postmodernism, and postcolonialism during the process of analysing a literary text verbally or in an essay.
1
2
The graduate will be able to relate language structure to its functions in a literary text.
1
3
The graduate will be able to explain and generate ideas on literary texts or visual work such as films.
1
4
The graduate will be able to identify the language and the writing style of a wide range of authors, poets, and playwrights from different periods.
1

KNOWLEDGE

Factual

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
The graduate will be able to explain the key terms and concepts associated with language, literature, and culture.
1
2
The graduate will be able to historically categorise various centuries or periods of time such as the Renaissance or the 20th century according to the literary, theoretical, social, and political developments reflected in literary texts.
1

SKILLS

Cognitive

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
The graduate will be able to compare and contrast characteristics of different literary genres.
1
2
The graduate will be able to interpret literary works produced in various cultures with different ethnical background.
1
3
The graduate will be able to compare and contrast different periods of time such as the Middle Ages and the Victorian Era in accordance with their distinctive literary, theoretical, social, and political background verbally or in an essay.
1

SKILLS

Practical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
The graduate will be able to apply literary theories and develop argument of their own in the process of writing a research paper.
1
2
The graduate will be able to formulate a sophisticated argument/thesis in compliance with the ethical requirements needed to avoid plagiarism during the process of writing a research paper.
5
3
The graduate will be able to apply research skills to gather, organise, and present information skills in a research paper.
3
4
The graduate will be able to employ translation methods while translating a text from English to Turkish or vice versa.
5

OCCUPATIONAL

Autonomy & Responsibility

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
The graduate will be able to organise occupational and academic activities including meeting, seminars, and conferences.
4

OCCUPATIONAL

Learning to Learn

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
The graduate will be able to determine his or her own learning requirements and goals to develop sustainable attitude towards life-long learning.
4

OCCUPATIONAL

Communication & Social

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
The graduate will be able to develop effective oral and written communication skills in English.
5

OCCUPATIONAL

Occupational and/or Vocational

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
The graduate will be able to appraise and criticise development of the social rights, democracy, social justice, gender and racial identity, cultural and ethical values.
4

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 3 39
Land Surveying 0 0 0
Group Work 0 0 0
Laboratory 0 0 0
Reading 0 0 0
Assignment (Homework) 1 3 3
Project Work 0 0 0
Seminar 0 0 0
Internship 0 0 0
Technical Visit 0 0 0
Web Based Learning 0 0 0
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 10 10
Preparation for the Final Exam 0 0 0
Mid-Term Exam 1 7 7
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam 0 0 0
Short Exam 0 0 0
Preparation for the Short Exam 0 0 0
TOTAL 30 0 101
Total Workload of the Course Unit 101
Workload (h) / 25.5 4
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 4,0