FOLK DANCES I PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
BSY227	FOLK DANCES I	3	3	2	5

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course :	Elective
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assoc.Prof. MEHMET SOYAL
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	Objective of the course is to help students gain the skill of basic level planning and preparation of folklore show.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Course contains subjects such as definition of folk dances, classification of folk dances, folk dances, video demonstrations of dance samples according to folk dance types, introduction of costumes for different regions, basic steps used in folk dances, Teaching and practicing specified local folk dances (Istanbul Kasab, Atabarı, Henne, Yandım Ayşe'm), and the techniques and practices of stage arrangement (choreography).

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Explain the basic concepts used in folk dances.
Recognize the local costumes for the folk dances and choose the appropriate costumes that belong to the locality.
Apply the basic steps used in folk dances and implement different dances of various localities.
Use the choreography techniques in choreography studies at a basic level.
Analyze melodic structure of music used in folk dances and rhythmic structures of game.
Prepare a show of folk dances to be staged with all its characteristics.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	-	Description of course weekly schedule, aim and content, definition of Folk Dances, classification of Folk Dances according to localities, gender and regions	Narration and demonstration method
2	Visual and written literature review	Sample video demonstrations related with the types of folk dances, Introduction of folk dances from different regions (local dances, music, instruments, costumes)	Narration and demonstration method
3	Visual and written literature review	Stage arrangement (choreography) techniques and practices in folk dances	Narration, demonstration method and applied group work
4	Video viewing	Teaching and implementing the basic steps used in folk dances (walking, running, hopping, jumping, pulling etc.)	Demonstration method and application studies
5	Listening the music for folk dances and video viewing	Analysis of rhythmic structures of music and dance steps used in folk dances	Narration and demonstration method, pair study method, applied group works
6	Video viewing and listening to dance music	Teaching the steps of Istanbul Kasab and Atabarı dance and practice by music	Demonstration method and application studies
7	Video viewing	Stage arrangements for music in Istanbul Kasab and Atabari dances	Group study method
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Choreography drawing studies and video viewing	Preparation for mid-term examination	Group study and repetition method
10	Video viewing and listening to dance music	Teaching the steps of Yandim Ayse'm dance and practice by music	Demonstration method and application studies
11	Choreography drawing studies and video viewing	Practice of stage arrangement with music for Yandim Ayse'm dance	Group study method
12	Video viewing and listening to dance music	Teaching the dance steps for Henne and practice by music	Demonstration method and application studies
13	Choreography drawing studies and video viewing	Practice of stage arrangement with music for Henne dance	Group study and repetition method
14	Choreography drawing studies and video viewing	Practice of stage arrangement with music for Yandim Ayse'm and Henne dances	Group study and repetition method
15	Choreography drawing studies and video viewing	Preparation for final examination	Group study and repetition method
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Ruhi SU(2000). Türk Halk Oyunları, Kültür Bakanlığı Yayınları, Ankara.
Mesude Eğilmez(2006). Gelenekten Geleceğe Halkoyunları, Ütopya Yayınevi, İstanbul
Mustafa Kaya (2017). Türk Halk Oyunları - Fiziksel ve Zihinsel Boyutları, Ürün yayınları
Troya Folklor Araştırmaları Derneği/Folklor Dergileri http://www.troyafolklor.org/
Motif Halk Oyunları Derneği http://www.motifhalkoyunlari.com/motifler/defaulttr.asp?rsm=icsayfalar&ic=dergi

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	Student will be able to identify the concepts related to Physical Education and Sports Sciences.					4

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to discuss training organization and its functioning with the knowledge gained in the subjects such as performance measurement, training plan preparation, talent selection and technical-tactical training.				3
2	Student will be able to describe and relate the concepts of physical education and sports science with the theories of training science.				3

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to identify the needs for sports activities of groups with different characteristics, such as age, gender, and persons with special needs.					4
2	Student will be able to analyze data and results for current applications in the field of Training science by using scientific research methods and techniques.			2

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to execute the measurement activities in order to determine the motor development, sports performance and fitness characteristics, to use the equipment, technology and software needed for these activities and to analyze the results of the evaluation.				3
2	Student will be able to solve the problems related to sport sciences and coaching profession applications with a critical and inquisitive point of view, based on knowledge of the literature he/she has.				3
3	Student will be able to choose the appropriate training method according to the characteristics of the group and the environment and to formulate the training program by taking these differences into consideration.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to administer projects, activities, social and sports activities in collaborative group studies and to solve possible problems that might be encountered within the process.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to recognize the importance of professional development by following scientific, technological and current developments related with coaching.			2
2	Student will be able to behave in accordance with the need to be open to change and life-long learning.				3
3	Student will be able to develop the teaching skills required by the profession according to different teaching methods.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to express his/her knowledge and thoughts about the field in a fluent and understandable manner both written and verbally.				3
2	Student will be able to use his/her knowledge and competence in coaching practices more effectively with his/her social life and communication skills in sports activities, organizations and studies carried out at national and international levels.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to describe accepted ethical values and legal regulations in the field of sport sciences and in social life, and to apply the relevant articles in the legislation in case of need.		1
2	By utilizing the existing historical and theoretical knowledge of the field, student will be able to recognize problems related to skills selection, performance development, physical activity for sports and special groups for all, and to solve these problems based on ethical values.				3
3	By using personality traits with the social skills required by the coaching profession; student will be able to arrange specific project, organization and works with sustainable societal and social content specific with the field.		1
4	Student will be able to administer technical and tactical skills in the relevant performance sports and selected sports branches that he / she determines as his / her area of expertise, and to formulate specific training programs for the branch.				3

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	4	56
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)	0	0	0
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	7	2	14
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	4	2	8
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	3	2	6
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	43	0	125