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 302 | ||||
| Course Title in English | Internship II: School Experience and Teacher Assistantship | ||||
| Course Title in Turkish | Internship II: School Experience and Teacher Assistantship | ||||
| Language of Instruction | EN | ||||
| Type of Course | Fieldwork,Flipped Classroom,Internship,Practical,Seminar | ||||
| Level of Course | Advanced | ||||
| Semester | Spring | ||||
| Contact Hours per Week |
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| Estimated Student Workload | 252 hours per semester | ||||
| Number of Credits | 10 ECTS | ||||
| Grading Mode | Standard Letter Grade | ||||
| Pre-requisites | None | ||||
| Expected Prior Knowledge | Questioning skills, explaining; effective use of textbooks; topic sequencing and lesson planning; classroom management; preparing and using worksheets. | ||||
| Co-requisites | None | ||||
| Registration Restrictions | Only Undergraduate Students | ||||
| Overall Educational Objective | To observe and analyze different dimensions of language learning and teaching in the classroom by cooperating with mentor teachers. | ||||
| Course Description | In this course, pre-service teachers will be placed as assistant teachers at one of MEF University’s cooperating educational institutions under the guidance of an experienced teacher to attend 2 days a week (Tuesday and Friday). This course aims to give them a structured introduction to teaching, helps them acquire teaching competencies and develop teaching skills in school environment. Student teachers are expected to perform observation and application tasks that they carry out in a primary or secondary school under the guidance of a cooperating/mentor teacher and university supervisor. This internship will provide the candidates with the opportunity to observe EFL classrooms and analyze different aspects of classroom learning and teaching, helping them to develop insights into a wide range of teaching contexts. | ||||
| Course Description in Turkish | Bu ders kapsamında, aday öğretmenler MEF Üniversitesi’nin anlaşmalı olduğu eğitim kurumlardan birine haftada iki gün (Salı ve Cuma) olmak üzere usta bir öğretmenin rehberliğinde görev almak üzere yerleştirilecektir. Bu ders öğretmen adaylarına okul ortamında öğretime yapılandırılmış bir başlangıç imkanı, öğretim yetkinlikleri edinme imkanı ve öğretim becerilerini geliştirme imkanı sunmayı hedeflemektedir. Adayların usta öğretmen ve üniversite danışmanı desteğiyle ilkokul ve ortaokulda gözlem ve uygulama ödevlerini yapmaları beklenir. Bu staj adaylara İngilizce derslerini gözlemleme ve sınıf-içi öğrenim ve öğretimin çeşitli yönlerini analiz etme fırsatı sunmaktadır. |
Course Learning Outcomes and CompetencesUpon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to:1) perform micro-teaching sessions in the language classrooms; 2) relate teaching practices to second language acquisition theories; 3) describe the complex nature of second language learning and teaching at schools; 4) prepare in and out of class teaching activities and tasks; 5) observe, describe, and analyze the process of language teaching. |
| 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. | N | |
| 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 |
| 4) | Define the aim, structure, and process of Turkish education system, the approaches of classroom management and the concepts related with education. | S | HW,Presentation |
| 5) | Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts and constructs related to assessment; use a variety of assessment methods, tools, and strategies to evaluate competencies. | S | HW,Presentation |
| 6) | Prepare daily lesson plans according to the contemporary language learning theories and practices, taking learning styles and multiple intelligences into consideration. | H | Exam,HW,Lab,Participation,Presentation,Project |
| 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. | S | Exam,HW,Lab,Participation,Presentation,Project |
| 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 | Exam,HW,Lab,Participation,Presentation,Project |
| 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. | N | |
| 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. | H | Exam,HW,Lab,Participation,Presentation,Project |
| 14) | Demonstrate an ability to use English in C1 level of European Language Portfolio and foster an interest in learning another foreign language. | S | HW |
| Prepared by and Date | ŞÜKRÜ NURAL , February 2018 |
| Course Coordinator | HATİME ÇİFTÇİ |
| Semester | Spring |
| Name of Instructor | Asst. Prof. Dr. ECE SARIGÜL |
Course Contents
| Week | Subject |
| 1) | Course Orientation |
| 2) | Reflective report 1: Being and becoming a reflective teacher |
| 3) | Bi-weekly journal entry 1 |
| 4) | Reflective report 2: Classroom observation in teaching practice |
| 5) | Bi-weekly journal entry 2 |
| 6) | Reflective report 3: Language learning and teaching materials |
| 7) | Bi-weekly journal entry 3 |
| 8) | Reflective report 4: Lesson planning and implementation |
| 9) | Bi-weekly journal entry 4 |
| 10) | Reflective report 5: Young learners |
| 11) | Bi-weekly journal entry 5 |
| 12) | Reflective report 6: Language Assessment |
| 13) | “Portfolio preparation” |
| 14) | “Portfolio peer-feedback” |
| 15) | Final Examination Period |
| 16) | Final Examination Period |
| Required/Recommended Readings | List of readings and indication whether they are required or recommended. | |||||||||||||||
| Teaching Methods | Instructional strategy and expectations for both students and instructional staff that follow from this. Student work modes (independently and/or in teams). Any work with the outside community – geographic or industry sector. | |||||||||||||||
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| Laboratory Work | ||||||||||||||||
| Computer Use | ||||||||||||||||
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| Course Administration |
sarigule@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 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 98 | ||
| Homework Assignments | 14 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 154 | ||
| Total Workload | 252 | ||||||
| Total Workload/25 | 10.1 | ||||||
| ECTS | 10 | ||||||