Information Package / Course Catalogue
| 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 106 | ||||
| Course Title in English | American Literature | ||||
| Course Title in Turkish | American Literature | ||||
| Language of Instruction | EN | ||||
| Type of Course | Exercise,Flipped Classroom,Guided Personal Study,Lecture,Project,Seminar | ||||
| Level of Course | Introductory | ||||
| Semester | Spring | ||||
| Contact Hours per Week |
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| Estimated Student Workload | 134 hours per semester | ||||
| Number of Credits | 5 ECTS | ||||
| Grading Mode | Standard Letter Grade | ||||
| Pre-requisites | None | ||||
| Expected Prior Knowledge | None | ||||
| Co-requisites | None | ||||
| Registration Restrictions | Only Undergraduate Students | ||||
| Overall Educational Objective | To learn the basic history and themes of English Literature and how to interpret that information critically and incorporate literature in ELT courses. | ||||
| Course Description | This course provides the students with an introduction to selected American literary texts written in English from the 17th century to present day. Selected reading include a variety of genres namely fiction, short story, drama, and poetry. Students will become familiar with theories and methods of literary criticism with attention paid to the integration of literature into English language teaching classes. | ||||
| Course Description in Turkish | Bu ders öğrencilere 17. yüzyıldan günümüze kadar İngilizce yazılmış seçilmiş Amerikan edebi metinlerine bir giriş sağlar. Seçilen okumalar, kurgu, kısa öykü, drama ve şiir gibi çeşitli türleri içerir. Öğrenciler, edebiyatın İngilizce öğretimi derslerine entegrasyonuna dikkat ederek edebi eleştiri teorileri ve yöntemlerine aşina olacaklardır. |
Course Learning Outcomes and CompetencesUpon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to:1) discuss literary texts academically; 2) prepare and deliver a literature lesson; 3) understand the role and purpose of literature in ELT; 4) identify different genres and literary periods; 5) explain the connection between literature and culture. |
| Program Learning Outcomes/Course Learning Outcomes | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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,Presentation |
| 2) | Demonstrate knowledge of applied linguistics as related to Second Language (L2) teaching and learning. | S | HW |
| 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. | S | HW,Presentation |
| 4) | Define the aim, structure, and process of Turkish education system, the approaches of classroom management and the concepts related with education. | S | HW |
| 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. | S | Presentation |
| 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. | H | Exam,HW,Lab,Participation,Presentation,Project |
| 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 | Participation,Presentation |
| 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,Presentation |
| 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. | H | 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 | Presentation |
| 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 | ŞÜKRÜ NURAL , December 2023 |
| Course Coordinator | ŞÜKRÜ NURAL |
| Semester | Spring |
| Name of Instructor | Öğr. Gör. İREM FİLİZ KORMAN |
Course Contents
| Week | Subject |
| 1) | Course Orientation |
| 2) | Native American and Colonial Period to 1776 |
| 3) | The Emergence of American Literature: Colonial and Revolutionary |
| 4) | Slave Narratives |
| 5) | American Renaissance: Romanticism & Transcendentalism |
| 6) | American Civil War & the Gilded Age |
| 7) | Modernism & Lost Generation: Poetry |
| 8) | Modernism & Lost Generation: Prose |
| 9) | Film Screening & Discussion: The Great Gatsby (2013) |
| 10) | The Beat Generation |
| 11) | Anti- Tradition Poetry: 1945-1990 |
| 12) | The Civil Right Movement: “ I have a Dream” |
| 13) | The Contemporary Period: 1945-Present (No Class due to Eid) |
| 14) | The Contemporary Period: 1945-Present |
| 15) | Review of the course and Final Project |
| 16) | Final Examination Period (2 weeks) |
| Required/Recommended Readings | An Outline of American Literature, Peter B. High (1986), Pearson Selected period specific examples | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Teaching Methods | Some lecture, but mostly seminar/discussion. Students will work in groups to create presentations on literary material. Selected readings will be read and discussed in the classroom. Students are expected to prepare slides and research historical context as well as author’s background. Students are expected to participatate actively in class discussions. | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Homework and Projects | Students read one chapter of the textbook as homework per week. Students take turns preparing and delivering presentations on specific texts and lead a class discussion on that text. | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Laboratory Work | None | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Computer Use | PowerPoint presentations, internet research, written assignments | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Other Activities | Group and whole class discussions | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Assessment Methods |
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| Course Administration |
nurals@mef.edu.tr 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. |
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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 | ||
| Application | 1 | 8 | 2 | 10 | |||
| Homework Assignments | 3 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 36 | ||
| Midterm(s) | 10 | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Final Examination | 1 | 16 | 2 | 18 | |||
| Total Workload | 134 | ||||||
| Total Workload/25 | 5.4 | ||||||
| ECTS | 5 | ||||||