Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Literary Knowledge and Theories 2 TRZ102 Turkish Compulsory 2. Semester 2 + 0 2.0 4.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator Doç. Dr. Yahya AYDIN
Instructor(s)
Goals To be knowledgeable about both old and new literary theories, and to be able to interpret works accordingly. To recognize the periods of Turkish literature.
Course Content The stages Turkish literature has gone through from its beginning to the present, literary genres, forms of verse, types of meter and rhyme, and the understanding of literary devices.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Recognize the basic literary concepts like Art, literature, poetry, novels, story.
2 Develop literary taste on the basis of the basic concepts.
3 Develop knowledge of Turkish literature.
4 Make comparison between the literary types.
5 Learn the literary currents.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Definition of literature, literary terms, a short historical development of Turkish literature. Preparation, After Class Study, Interview
2. Week Events and outcomes that form the foundation of literature." Other Activities, Interview, Preparation, After Class Study
3. Week Literary movements and related sample works. Research, Other Activities, Interview
4. Week Systematic literary studies. Other Activities, Interview, Research
5. Week Literary Theories. Research, Interview, Other Activities
6. Week Verse forms and types of Old Turkish Literature. Interview, Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities
7. Week Verse forms and types of New Turkish Literature Interview, Other Activities, Preparation, After Class Study
8. Week Work week.
9. Week Mid-term. Interview, Practice, Other Activities
10. Week Verse forms and types of Turkish Folk Literature. Other Activities, Interview, Practice
11. Week Verse forms and genres of Western Literature.
12. Week Meter and rhyme types. Interview, Preparation, After Class Study
13. Week Syllable meter and its features. Interview, Other Activities
14. Week Aruz meter and its features.Literature Review in Terms of Method.
*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 Transfer concepts of the Turkish teaching to the application environments, use them appropriately and effectively, explain the relationship between these concepts.
2 Recognize all aspects of the Turkish Teaching Program; in line with the program, plan and practise the teaching processes by taking into account the individual differences of the students (readiness, special training needs, mother tongue, etc.).
3 As scientifically literate secondary school teachers, know how to access knowledge, follow and evaluate new research.
4 Know the current status of the area of Turkish teaching in national and international arenas in relation to sociological and philosophical background.
5 Follow, evaluate and use basic resources, publications, and national and international reports related to the area of Turkish teaching.
6 Is aware of the theoretical foundations (philosophical, sociological, psychological, historical, legal, economic, etc.) on which education is based and reflects these theories in their practices.
7 Is aware of the attitude, responsibility, and ethical values related to the teaching profession and behaves accordingly.
8 Plans, implements, and evaluates the learning-teaching process effectively, considering the curricula' basic concepts, principles, and characteristics.
13 Knows at least one foreign language at a level to monitor and communicate with colleagues.
14 Is aware of the importance of willing and active participation in cultural, social, environmental, artistic and sportive activities for the teaching profession, to be an effective global citizen.
15 Acts sensitively to local and global events and developments and participates in projects and activities to support society's development, with a sense of social responsibility.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5
PY1 3 3 3 3 3
PY2 3 3 3 3 3
PY3 1 1 1 1 1
PY4 1 1 1 1 1
PY5 1 1 1 1 1
PY6 5 5 5 5 5
PY7 1 1 1 1 1
PY8 1 1 1 1 1
PY13 1 1 1 1 1
PY14 1 1 1 1 1
PY15 5 5 5 5 5
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır.
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Yüce, K.; Kazan Ş. (2006). Edebiyat Bilgi ve Teorileri. İstanbul: Lisans Yayıncılık. Kudret, Cevdet. (1996). Örneklerle Edebiyat Bilgileri İstanbul: İnkılap Kitabevi.erna Moran, Edebiyat Kuramları, İst., 2005 Cem Dilçin,Türk Şiir Bilgisi, Ankara, 1992
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 2 12 24
Ders Dışı
Research 1 15 15
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 15 15
Homework 1 1 15 15
Final 1 30 30
Total Workload 99
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 4.0