Information Package / Course Catalogue
ELT 113 Advanced Reading and Writing I
MEF University
Degree Programs
English Language Teaching
General Information For Students
Diploma SupplementErasmus Policy Statement
English Language Teaching
Bachelor Length of the Programme: 4 Number of Credits: 240 TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF: Level 6

Ders Genel Tanıtım Bilgileri

School/Faculty/Institute Faculty of Education
Course Code ELT 113
Course Title in English Advanced Reading and Writing I
Course Title in Turkish Advanced Reading and Writing I
Language of Instruction EN
Type of Course Exercise,Flipped Classroom,Guided Personal Study,Lecture,Project,Seminar
Level of Course Introductory
Semester Fall
Contact Hours per Week
Lecture: 3 Recitation: 0 Lab: 0 Other: 0
Estimated Student Workload 146 hours per semester
Number of Credits 6 ECTS
Grading Mode Standard Letter Grade
Pre-requisites None
Expected Prior Knowledge None
Co-requisites None
Registration Restrictions Undergraduate Students Only
Overall Educational Objective To learn the basics of academic reading and essay writing.
Course Description Students will read academic and education-related texts intensively and extensively for information and comprehension. Develop the skills necessary for a critical approach to texts in English. Write appropriately and accurately for academic and professional purposes. Use an enhanced range of vocabulary and structures for different communicative purposes.
Course Description in Turkish Öğrenciler, bilgi ve anlama için akademik ve eğitimle ilgili metinleri yoğun ve kapsamlı olarak okuyacaklardır. İngilizce metinlere eleştirel bir yaklaşım için gerekli becerileri geliştirin. Akademik ve profesyonel amaçlar için uygun ve doğru yazın. Farklı iletişimsel amaçlar için gelişmiş bir dizi kelime ve yapı kullanın.

Course Learning Outcomes and Competences

Upon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to:
1) read academic and education-related texts intensively and extensively for information and comprehension;
2) implement improved reading strategies;
3) write appropriately and accurately for academic and professional purposes;
4) identify different genres and use one’s knowledge to produce appropriate texts.
Program Learning Outcomes/Course Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4
1) Integrate concepts related to ELT based on previous competencies and realize inter-conceptual relations; demonstrate an understanding of evaluating the source, limits, authenticity and reliability of knowledge and discuss the methods related to generating this knowledge.
2) Demonstrate knowledge of applied linguistics as related to Second Language (L2) teaching and learning.
3) Think critically and independently about topics in Second Language Acquisition and Teaching, which are: L2 use, L2 analysis, L2 processes, and L2 pedagogy and program administration.
4) Define the aim, structure, and process of Turkish education system, the approaches of classroom management and the concepts related with education.
5) Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts and constructs related to assessment; use a variety of assessment methods, tools, and strategies to evaluate competencies.
6) Prepare daily lesson plans according to the contemporary language learning theories and practices, taking learning styles and multiple intelligences into consideration.
7) Analyze and contrast the British and American Literature on basic level. Explain basic concepts and principles of using literature and drama and apply them in foreign language teaching.
8) Present a model to the society in terms of attitudes and behavior, which are democratic and ethical, both in the disciplinary and social levels, get involved with quality management processes and provide sustainability.
9) Take responsibilities individually and within group works, realize the tasks in a responsible and effective way, work individually and as a part of a group to solve problems encountered during implementation; assess himself as an individual, use creative and powerful qualifications and try to develop weak sides.
10) Interpret social, economic, political and ideological conditions which have caused Turkish revolution; in accordance with Ataturk’s principles and reforms, and embrace the society, and adopt human ideals including love of home country, and national goals and aspirations.
11) Select and use variety of information and communication technologies with computer software that is needed on the level of the field in the classroom to the level and beyond required by European Computer Use License.
12) Gain life-long learning skills in the light of needs, follow social and art performances, show an awareness of the currently debated global issues, act in accordance with the regulations of Ministry of Education on issues such as legal responsibilities and rights, present an understanding of differences within national and international cultures and adaptability to different cultures; plan social responsibility activities and projects for the immediate environment.
13) Display a willingness to co-operate with members of the teaching staff in their assigned school, communicate effectively with the school community and with society at large in the area of English language education.
14) Demonstrate an ability to use English in C1 level of European Language Portfolio and foster an interest in learning another foreign language.

Relation to Program Outcomes and Competences

N None S Supportive H Highly Related
     
Program Outcomes and Competences Level Assessed by
1) Integrate concepts related to ELT based on previous competencies and realize inter-conceptual relations; demonstrate an understanding of evaluating the source, limits, authenticity and reliability of knowledge and discuss the methods related to generating this knowledge. H Exam,HW
2) Demonstrate knowledge of applied linguistics as related to Second Language (L2) teaching and learning. N
3) Think critically and independently about topics in Second Language Acquisition and Teaching, which are: L2 use, L2 analysis, L2 processes, and L2 pedagogy and program administration. N
4) Define the aim, structure, and process of Turkish education system, the approaches of classroom management and the concepts related with education. N
5) Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts and constructs related to assessment; use a variety of assessment methods, tools, and strategies to evaluate competencies. N
6) Prepare daily lesson plans according to the contemporary language learning theories and practices, taking learning styles and multiple intelligences into consideration. N
7) Analyze and contrast the British and American Literature on basic level. Explain basic concepts and principles of using literature and drama and apply them in foreign language teaching. N
8) Present a model to the society in terms of attitudes and behavior, which are democratic and ethical, both in the disciplinary and social levels, get involved with quality management processes and provide sustainability. N
9) Take responsibilities individually and within group works, realize the tasks in a responsible and effective way, work individually and as a part of a group to solve problems encountered during implementation; assess himself as an individual, use creative and powerful qualifications and try to develop weak sides. H HW,Participation
10) Interpret social, economic, political and ideological conditions which have caused Turkish revolution; in accordance with Ataturk’s principles and reforms, and embrace the society, and adopt human ideals including love of home country, and national goals and aspirations. N
11) Select and use variety of information and communication technologies with computer software that is needed on the level of the field in the classroom to the level and beyond required by European Computer Use License. S HW,Participation
12) Gain life-long learning skills in the light of needs, follow social and art performances, show an awareness of the currently debated global issues, act in accordance with the regulations of Ministry of Education on issues such as legal responsibilities and rights, present an understanding of differences within national and international cultures and adaptability to different cultures; plan social responsibility activities and projects for the immediate environment. S Exam,HW,Lab,Participation,Presentation,Project
13) Display a willingness to co-operate with members of the teaching staff in their assigned school, communicate effectively with the school community and with society at large in the area of English language education. S HW
14) Demonstrate an ability to use English in C1 level of European Language Portfolio and foster an interest in learning another foreign language. H Exam,HW,Lab,Participation,Presentation,Project
Prepared by and Date , December 2023
Course Coordinator ŞÜKRÜ NURAL
Semester Fall
Name of Instructor Öğr. Gör. HATİCE ALTUN

Course Contents

Week Subject
1) Introduction to advanced academic reading and writing
2) Academic reading skills – main points and details
3) Opinion Essays
4) Understanding peer reviews
5) Opinion essay peer review
6) Academic reading skills – skimming and scanning
7) Narrative Essays
8) Academic reading and exam preparations
9) Mid- Term exam
10) Narrative peer review
11) Vocabulary study
12) Cause and effect essay
13) Academic reading skills – making inferences
14) Cause and Effect peer review and course review
15) Final Examination Period
15) Final Examination Period
16) Final Examination Period
16) Final Examination Period
Required/Recommended ReadingsOshima, A., & Hogue, A. (2006). Writing Academic English. Pearson. Other materials provided by the instructor
Teaching MethodsSome lecture, but mostly seminar/discussion. Students will work in groups to negotiate understanding of the writing process. Selected readings will be read and discussed in the classroom then reaction papers will be written. Students will read and write inside and outside of the classroom. Exercises and activities that focus on specific reading and writing skills will be conducted. Students are expected to participate actively in class discussions.
Homework and ProjectsStudents will have a writing assignment every week. Students are expected to read for at least 15 minutes per day for pleasure. Students are expected to watch the recorded lectures according to the flipped classroom methodology.
Laboratory Work
Computer Usewritten assignments and communication
Other ActivitiesGroup and whole class discussions
Assessment Methods
Assessment Tools Count Weight
Attendance 42 % 10
Application 3 % 25
Homework Assignments 2 % 65
TOTAL % 100
Course Administration

Attendance is required for 70% of the course session, if you exceed this you may fail by F or FX. Any plagiarism or academic dishonesty will be treated very seriously with the most serious appropriate disciplinary action in the education context. Plagiarism involves copying any material from a book, online material, or another student or your own papers previously completed and graded in other classes without using proper citation. Plagiarism also involves asking anyone to review or do your assignment. Rules for attendance: The student must attend at least 70% of the classes. Statement on academic dishonesty and plagiarism: Law on Higher Education Article 54.

ECTS Student Workload Estimation

Activity No/Weeks Hours Calculation
No/Weeks per Semester Preparing for the Activity Spent in the Activity Itself Completing the Activity Requirements
Course Hours 14 1 3 1 70
Homework Assignments 6 3 3 2 48
Midterm(s) 1 8 2 10
Final Examination 1 16 2 18
Total Workload 146
Total Workload/25 5.8
ECTS 6