Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
English I YDB1101 English Compulsory 1. Semester 2 + 0 2.0 2.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Associate
Mode of delivery face to face
Course Coordinator Öğr. Gör. Neşe BAYRAM
Instructor(s) Öğr. Gör. Neşe BAYRAM (Güz)
Goals This course aims to develop students’ basic communication skills in English in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) A2 level. It seeks to enable students to introduce themselves and their immediate environment, understand and use commonly used expressions in everyday situations, and express their ideas and experiences in simple, clear, and connected sentences. The course also aims to enhance students’ social interaction skills through group activities and to ensure the accurate and effective use of basic language structures.
Course Content This course is designed to develop students’ basic communication skills in English at the A2 level. Throughout the course, students learn essential language functions such as introducing themselves, giving personal information, talking about family and work life, describing daily activities, planning leisure activities, and making suggestions. In addition, students develop language skills for everyday communication situations such as giving directions and describing their surroundings. During the course, listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills are integrated and supported through role-plays, group work, short writing tasks, and mini projects. At the end of each unit, revision activities are conducted to reinforce students’ grammar, vocabulary, and overall communicative competence.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Students can introduce themselves and others at a basic level.
2 Students can use simple expressions and everyday phrases in appropriate contexts.
3 Students can express their ideas, feelings, and experiences in short and clear sentences.
4 Students can participate in simple dialogues and group interactions.
5 Students can use basic grammar structures and vocabulary accurately.
6 Students can demonstrate active participation and collaboration in social communication tasks.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
2. Week Unit 1: Who Are You? Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
3. Week Unit 1 cont. Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
4. Week Revision 1 Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
5. Week Unit 2: Work/Life Balance Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
6. Week Unit 2 cont. Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
7. Week Revision 2 Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
8. Week Unit 3: Fun and Games Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
9. Week Unit 3 cont. Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
10. Week Revision 3 Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
11. Week Unit 4: That's Life! Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
12. Week Unit 4 cont. Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
13. Week Unit 5: Finding Your Way Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
14. Week Unit 5 cont. Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
15. Week Revision 4 Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 To raise individuals who are committed to Atatürk’s reforms and principles and to Turkish Independence, patriotic, and have a republican vision
2 To know the structure and rules of Turkish language, to use Turkish properly and effectively
3 To spend effort for children to use Turkish accurately
4 To know the basic concepts and development processes of child development and education field, to keep up-to-date with the developments in the field
5 To possess knowledge and skills about children’s psychology and mental health
6 To possess knowledge about children’s health and diseases
7 To implement teaching and learning processes by taking into account children’s development and individual differences
8 To know how to design and use teaching methods, techniques and equipment related to child development and education
9 To perform drama, play and music events that support child development and education
10 To possess professional ethics, responsibility and qualities as a child development specialist
11 To have knowledge of nutrition in relation to child development and education and prepare diets
12 To have children gain the skills needed for primary education
13 To implement appropriate educational activities for children requiring special education and offer guidance
14 To understand the relations among the society, the family, and the child and implement activities for family involvement
15 To use information and communication technologies and computer software needed in the field, to perform computer-assisted activities
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5 DK6
PY1 2 0 0 0 0 0
PY2 2 0 0 0 0 0
PY3 2 0 0 0 0 0
PY4 0 0 0 0 0 0
PY5 0 0 0 0 0 0
PY6 0 0 0 0 0 0
PY7 0 0 0 0 0 0
PY8 1 1 1 1 1 1
PY9 1 1 1 1 1 1
PY10 1 1 1 1 1 1
PY11 0 0 0 0 0 0
PY12 1 1 1 1 1 1
PY13 0 0 0 0 0 0
PY14 0 0 0 0 0 0
PY15 1 1 1 1 1 1
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır.
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Speak Your Mind
Evaluation Method
Güz Dönemi
Responsible Personnel Grup Evaluation Method Percentage
Öğr. Gör. Neşe BAYRAM Vize 35.00
Öğr. Gör. Neşe BAYRAM Sınıf içi aktif katılım 15.00
Öğr. Gör. Neşe BAYRAM Final 50.00
Toplam 100.00
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 2 28
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 1
Midterm Preparation 1 10 10
Homework 2 5 10
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 51
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 2.0