INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
HTP113	INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION	1	3	3	6

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	ASSOCIATE DEGREE, TYY: + 5.Level, EQF-LLL: 5.Level, QF-EHEA: Short Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Lecturer ATİLLA AKALIN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer ZEYNEP ÖZCAN
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	This course aims to examine communication research, theory and approaches.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The course covers the concept and fundamentals of communication science, dialectical linguistics and semiotic approaches, rhetoric, mass communication.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Defines the concepts of communication and coordination. (define) (1)
Defines verbal, non-verbal and written communication. (define) ( 1 )
Defines communication theories, persuasion and empathy. (define) (1)
Explains listening and communication skills. (explain) (2)
Explains interpersonal communication methods and body language. (explain) (2)

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	-	General Information About Course Content, Introducing Course Resources.	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
2	Source: Tekinalp, Ş. and Uzun R. (2019). Researches and Theories of Communication: Part 3	Linear, Socio-psychological and Social Approaches in Mainstream Communication Theories	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
3	Harris T.A., M.D. (2020). I am OK You are OK: Part 1	From two-way human nature to common communication rules	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
4	Harris T.A., M.D. (2020). I am OK You are OK: Part 2	Parent, Adult, Child	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
5	Harris T.A., M.D. (2020). I am OK You are OK: Part 3	Four Life Positions	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
6	Harris T.A., M.D. (2020). I am OK You are OK: Part 4 and 5	We Can Change, Analysis of Transactions	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
7	Harris T.A., M.D. (2020). I am OK You are OK: Part 6	How Do We Differentiate and Use Time?	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Harris T.A., M.D. (2020). I am OK You are OK: Part 8	Parent, Adult, Child and Marriage	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
10	Harris T.A., M.D. (2020). I am OK You are OK: Part 9	Parent, Adult, Child and Marriage	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
11	Harris T.A., M.D. (2020). I am OK You are OK: Part 10	Parents, Adults, Children and Adolescents	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
12	Harris T.A., M.D. (2020). I am OK You are OK: Part 12	Parents, Adults, Children and Moral Values	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
13	Harris T.A., M.D. (2020). I am OK You are OK: Part 13	Social Importance of Parent, Adult, Child	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
14	Yıldırım, B. (2015). With Methods, Applications and Examples in Communication Research: 321- 337	Rhetorical analysis and its use in advertisements	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
15	-	An overview	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Tekinalp, S. and Uzun R. (2019). Researches and Theories of Communication. Istanbul: Beta Publishing and Distribution Inc.
Yıldırım, B. (2015). With Methods, Applications and Examples in Communication Research. Istanbul: L-T Literature Academia.
Harris T.A., M.D. (2020). I am OK You are OK. Trans. Muzaffer Şahin, 17th Edition. Istanbul: Okuyan Us. publication
Condril, J. & Bough B. (2014). 101 Communication Path. Trans. Aslı Şahin, Istanbul: White publication
Buzan, T., & Buzan B. (2020). Mind Maps. Trans. Güntülü Tercanlı, 9th Edition. Istanbul: Alpha publication
McRaney D. (2011). Actually, you are not that smart. Trans. Köksal Gülerkaya, Istanbul: Pegasus publication
Aristotle (2017). Rhetoric, Trans. M. H. Doğan, Istanbul: Yapı Kredi Publications

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Communication Science explains the basic concepts of public relations and associate them with the theoretical foundation of Communication Sciences.						5

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Sosyloj and statistical issues related to their branches as they have in the theoretical and practical information solutions for public relations use.						5

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Analyzes the social requirements and in accordance with the requirements of applications under realistic models of communication design.			2
2	A specific conceptual model using the methods of modern public relations knows.			2

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Existing applications in the field of Public Relations analyze, evaluate and develop applications for their development.				3
2	PR issues involved in the field selects the appropriate research methods and techniques, apply.		1
3	PR modern techniques and tools necessary for the application selects and uses effective.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Research design and methods, surveys, collecting data, analyzing the results, evaluation of consciousness and responsibility to have.		1
2	May carry out work effectively as an individual.				3
3	Ability to work effectively within a team and take responsibility shows.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Conscious of the necessity of lifelong learning, science and technology developments can be followed through the mass media and can renew themselves.						5
2	Project management, workplace practices, employee health, environmental and safety issues is conscious.				3
3	Social Responsibility solutions and applications are aware of the universal and social effects and is aware of the importance of this issue.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Oral or written, express a problem and can communicate effectively and have at least one foreign language.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Contact management, supervision, development and safety / reliability knowledgeable about and be able to apply this information in the study.						5
2	With professional and ethical responsibility of spreading awareness in the society has this responsibility.					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	14	1	14
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	12	1	12
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	14	2	28
Assignment (Homework)	14	2	28
Project Work	4	1	4
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	2	3	6
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	2	3	6
Social Activity	1	3	3
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	3	3
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	81	0	151