Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Turkish Folk Literature 1 TRZ205 Turkish Compulsory 3. Semester 2 + 0 2.0 3.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face-to-Face
Course Coordinator Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Özlem ŞAHİN
Instructor(s) Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Özlem ŞAHİN (Güz)
Goals To introduce Turkish Folk Literature by teaching the concept of folk literature
Course Content Pre-Islamic and post-Islamic old Turkish epics, fairy tales, legends, folk tales and poems. Recognizing the branches of folk literature. Analysis studies on texts. Studies on choosing the appropriate texts for primary education.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Will understand the concept of Folk Literature and the general characteristics of Turkish Folk Literature.
2 He will assess the Folk literature texts with an educational vieW
3 Will recognize Anonymous Folk Literature products.
4 Will learn ways to research and analyze Folk Literature texts.
5 Will understand the place of Folk Literature in Turkish Literature and culture.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Basic Concepts and Theoretical Framework
2. Week Turkish Mythology
3. Week Turkish Epics-1
4. Week Turkish Epics-2
5. Week MYTH
6. Week Fairytale
7. Week Turkish Fairytales
8. Week Folk Tale
9. Week Midterm Exam
10. Week Turkish Folk Stories
11. Week Mania and Lullaby
12. Week Ballad and Lament
13. Week Proverb and Idiom
14. Week RIDDLES
*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
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Komisyon. (2006) Türk Halk Edebiyatı El Kitabı. Ankara:Grafiker Yayıncılık. Artun, E. (2009) Türk Halk Edebiyatına Giriş. İstanbul: Kitabevi. Banarlı, N.S. (1998). Resimli Türk Edebiyatı Tarihi. İstanbul: Milli Eğitim Basımevi Elçin, Ş. (2004). Halk Edebiyatına Giriş. Ankara: Akçağ Yayınları.
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 2 28
Ders Dışı
Research 14 1 14
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 15 15
Homework 1 1 15 15
Final 1 30 30
Total Workload 102
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 3.0