Information Package / Course Catalogue
Turkish Communication
Course Code: TD302
Course Type: Non Departmental Elective
Couse Group: First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 2
Prt.: 0
Credit: 2
Lab: 0
ECTS: 2
Objectives of the Course

Students to gain basic knowledge and skills in verbal and written communication about the concepts and tools, and develop these skills through practical work.

Course Content

Given theoretical knowledge about oral and written communication concepts and tools. Giving basic information about the types of verbal communication and create the basis for the body language. Features of written language and giving theoretical knowledge on informative texts. Research on a specific topic and writing works. CV, cover letter preparation and interviewing techniques.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Ins. Fatma SİNECEN
Learning Outcomes
1.To know the basic concepts of oral and written communication
2.To have theoretical knowledge about communication tools
3.Having a basic knowledge of the body language used in auxiliary elements in oral communication
4.To have basic knowledge and skills in written language and spelling
5.To make analysis on the structure and content written texts
6.Researching any topic to transfer findings in the results of this study in writing.
7.To prepare a written text, such as the preliminary report, CV.
8.Having the basic knowledge and skills about interview techniques
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Beebe, Steven A (2005), Interpersonal communication : relating to others, Boston, MA : Pearson/Allyn and Bacon. Hartley, Peter (2010), Kişilerarası İletişim, Ankara: İmge Kitabevi Yayınları. Hortaçsu, Nuran (2004),
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Meeting the students, giving information about the course and its purpose. Communication concept and communication model.
Week 2 - Theoretical
Types of communication – Communication tools
Week 3 - Theoretical
Communication barriers
Week 4 - Theoretical
The importance of empathy in communication
Week 5 - Theoretical
Types of Listening – Active listening
Week 6 - Theoretical
Oral communication – Effective speaking
Week 7 - Theoretical
Types of verbal communication.
Week 8 - Theoretical
Midterm Exam
Week 9 - Theoretical
Written communication – Spelling rules to be considered in written communication.
Week 10 - Theoretical
Types of written communication (petition, report, resume, etc.)
Week 11 - Theoretical
CV and interview techniques.
Week 12 - Theoretical
Nonverbal communication.
Week 13 - Theoretical
Body language in communication
Week 14 - Theoretical
The language of colors in communication.
Week 15 - Theoretical
A general review and evaluation of the course.
Week 16 - Theoretical
Final Exam
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Midterm Examination1%40
Final Examination1%70
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory140228
Assignment2228
Midterm Examination1617
Final Examination1617
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)50
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
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OÇ-1
5
4
4
4
5
4
5
4
5
5
5
OÇ-2
4
5
4
5
4
5
4
5
4
5
4
OÇ-3
5
4
5
4
5
4
5
4
5
5
4
OÇ-4
5
4
5
4
5
4
5
4
4
5
4
OÇ-5
4
5
4
5
5
4
5
5
4
4
5
OÇ-6
5
5
5
4
5
4
5
4
5
5
4
OÇ-7
4
5
4
5
4
5
4
5
4
5
4
OÇ-8
5
5
5
5
5
4
4
5
4
4
5
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026