Information Package / Course Catalogue
Effective Communication Techniques
Course Code: İLT217
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

The aim of this course is to enable students to effectively manage interpersonal communication processes, improve their verbal and nonverbal communication skills, learn communication techniques used in public relations practices, and create effective messages in professional communication environments.

Course Content

It is aimed to learn the theoretical knowledge necessary to gain the ability to solve communication-related problems and to provide effective presentation techniques, which will lead to the development of information equipment and personal skills that will provide effective communication.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes
1.It explains the fundamental elements of the communication process.
2.They use verbal and nonverbal communication techniques effectively.
3.They practice active listening and empathy skills.
4.Demonstrates the ability to deliver effective presentations in front of an audience.
5.It analyzes communication barriers and develops solutions.
Recommended or Required Reading
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Course introduction, the concept of communication and the importance of communication.
Week 2 - Theoretical
The communication process, elements of communication, and communication models.
Week 3 - Theoretical
Oral communication skills and effective speaking techniques
Week 4 - Theoretical
Nonverbal communication: Body language, gestures, facial expressions, and posture.
Week 5 - Theoretical
Forms of Communication: Self-communication, organizational communication, mass communication, etc.
Week 6 - Theoretical
Interpersonal Communication
Week 7 - Theoretical
Interpersonal Communication Barriers 1
Week 8 - Theoretical
Interpersonal Communication Barriers 2
Week 9 - Theoretical
Effective Interview Techniques
Week 10 - Theoretical
Persuasive Communication
Week 11 - Theoretical
Effective Writing Techniques
Week 12 - Theoretical
Active Listening Techniques
Week 13 - Theoretical
The Concepts of Empathy and Sympathy
Week 14 - Theoretical
General Evaluation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Attending Lectures5%5
Quiz1%10
Midterm Examination1%25
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory140342
Quiz1000
Midterm Examination1516
Final Examination1516
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)54
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
PÇ-1
PÇ-2
PÇ-3
PÇ-4
PÇ-5
PÇ-6
PÇ-7
PÇ-8
PÇ-9
PÇ-10
PÇ-11
PÇ-12
PÇ-13
PÇ-14
PÇ-15
PÇ-16
OÇ-1
4
3
2
3
OÇ-2
3
4
3
3
5
OÇ-3
2
2
2
2
OÇ-4
5
3
3
OÇ-5
3
4
2
3
2
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026