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Information
| Unit | |
| Code | SD0050 |
| Name | English Communication Skills through Critical Thinking |
| Term | 2018-2019 Academic Year |
| Term | Fall and Spring |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Belirsiz |
| Label | NFE Non-Field Elective Courses (University) UCC University Common Course |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Öğr. Gör. Dr. ELÇİN PETEK GÜVEN |
| Course Instructor |
Öğr. Gör. Dr. ELÇİN PETEK GÜVEN
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
Öğr. Gör. Dr. ELÇİN PETEK GÜVEN (Bahar) (A Group) (Ins. in Charge) |
Course Goal / Objective
This course aims at improving learners effective problem solving skills at work when they graduate and in daily life by improving their written and spoken communication skills in English through a critical thinking perspective.
Course Content
The course includes a series of interactive critical thinking techniques that will improve learners' written and spoken communication skills in English.
Course Precondition
Resources
Notes
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | The learner will be able to comment on the importance of English in daily life and bussiness world from a wider perspective with contemporary examples |
| LO02 | The learner will be able to define what learning styles are and list a group of learning strategies required for his/her effective language learning |
| LO03 | The learner will be able to set long and short term goals required for his/her effective language learning |
| LO04 | The learner will be able to design a lesson plan for his/her effective language learning |
| LO05 | The learner will be able to identify the critical thinking techniques and explain the connection between critical thinking and language learning |
| LO06 | The learner will be able to define critical reading techniques in English |
| LO07 | The learner will be able to apply the critical reading techniques when reading an English text |
| LO08 | The learner will be able to analyze the main idea of an English reading passage |
| LO09 | The learner will be able to evaluate a current topic in English through the use of a CT technique |
| LO10 | The learner will be able to evaluate the multiple meanings of a word in English through a CT technique and create new uses of the word |
| LO11 | The learner will be able to discuss a scenario in English |
| LO12 | The learner will be able to discuss a current topic in English by using a CT technique |
| LO13 | The learner will be able to discuss a current topic in English by using a CT technique |
| LO14 | The learner will be able to discuss a current topic in English by using a CT technique |
| LO15 | The learner will be able to evaluate the content of the lesson during the semester |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General introduction on the importance of English in daily life and bussiness world. | Lecture, Discussion | |
| 2 | Study skills for effective language learning: 1- Learning styles and strategies | Lecture, Discussion, Small group work | |
| 3 | Study skills for effective language learning: 2 - Goal Setting | The learners will be given reading and research resources on goal setting | |
| 4 | Study Skills for effective language learning: 3 -Time Management | Demonstration, Small group work | |
| 5 | Introduction on critical thinking techniques and the relationship between critical thinking and language learning | Lecture, Discussion | |
| 6 | Primary Elements of Critical Reading in English - I | Small group work | |
| 7 | Primary Elements of Critical Reading in English - II | Small group work | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Small group work | |
| 9 | Critical thinking in English through a CT technique | Brainstroming, small group work | |
| 10 | Critical thinking in English through a CT technique | Discussion, small group work | |
| 11 | Critical thinking in English through a CT technique | Discussion, Small group work | |
| 12 | Critical thinking in English through a CT technique | Discussion, Small group work | |
| 13 | Critical thinking in English through a CT technique | Discussion, Small group work | |
| 14 | Critical thinking in English through a CT technique | Discussion, Small group work | |
| 15 | General revision of the course | Discussion | |
| 16 | Term Exams | - | |
| 17 | Term Exams | - |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |