Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Composition I TDE131 Turkish Compulsory 1. Semester 2 + 0 2.0 3.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator Dr. Öğr. Üyesi EMEL ARAS
Instructor(s) Öğr. Gör. Hilal ZENGİN (Güz)
Goals The aim of this course is to provide the knowledge and skills required to use Turkish correctly, speak properly, and explain a topic effectively in written or oral form.
Course Content This course covers the cultural significance of language and the techniques of written expression. Starting with fundamental spelling and punctuation rules, it focuses on paragraph structure, composition planning, and the correction of narrative errors. The content is based on expressing thoughts in an organized manner that adheres to academic standards.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Gains the ability to create error-free texts by correctly applying spelling rules and punctuation.
2 Develops the skill to express thoughts and experiences beautifully and persuasively in public speaking.
3 Identifies academic, official, and literary writing genres to produce professional content in the appropriate format.
4 Acquires the ability to conduct research based on scientific criteria and use resources ethically.
5 Gains the skill to analyze texts, identify main ideas, and evaluate content through a critical lens.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Definition and importance of language Preparation, After Class Study, Lecture
2. Week Culture-language relationship Preparation, After Class Study
3. Week Written language and its features Preparation, After Class Study, Lecture
4. Week External structure and rules in written expression Preparation, After Class Study
5. Week Spelling rules Preparation, After Class Study
6. Week Punctuation Lecture
7. Week Punctuation Preparation, After Class Study
8. Week Plan, theme, point of view, supporting ideas in the text Preparation, After Class Study
9. Week Paragraph writing Preparation, After Class Study
10. Week The concept of composition Preparation, After Class Study, Practice
11. Week Composition writing rules and plans Preparation, After Class Study, Presentation (Preparation)
12. Week Composition structure, theme, paragraph analysis in selected writings Preparation, After Class Study, Presentation (Preparation)
13. Week Composition correction studies Preparation, After Class Study
14. Week General expression disorders Preparation, After Class Study
*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 Achieves proficiency in using the Turkish language correctly and clearly by analyzing its structural and morphological features.
2 Examines texts of Turkish language and literature from its origin to the present from both literary and philological perspectives.
3 Acquires the theoretical and practical foundation necessary for interpreting both historical and contemporary texts.
4 Develops critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and interpretative skills for textual analysis.
5 Gains the fundamental knowledge and competencies required to conduct academic research individually or collaboratively in the field of Turkish language and literature.
6 Demonstrates the ability to produce, organize, store, present, and share knowledge in the field of Turkish language and literature through the use of information technologies.
7 Has knowledge of the alphabets used in historical and modern Turkic dialects and conducts philological studies by transcribing these texts into contemporary Turkish.
8 Develops a strong sense of academic ethics and responsibility, along with the confidence to express critical opinions constructively.
9 Applies the acquired knowledge and skills in Turkish language and literature to interdisciplinary projects within the broader field of social sciences.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5
PY1 5 5 5 5 5
PY2 2 2 2 2 2
PY3 2 2 2 2 2
PY4 4 4 5 5 5
PY5 5 5 5 5 5
PY6 2 2 2 2 2
PY7 2 2 2 2 2
PY8 3 3 3 3 3
PY9 3 3 3 3 3
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır.
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Celal Demir (editör), Türk Dili ve Kompozisyon Bilgileri, AKÜ Yayınları, Afyon 2001.
  • Cahit Kavcar, Ferhan Oğuzkan, Yazılı ve Sözlü Anlatım, Anı Yayıncılık, Ankara 1999.
Evaluation Method
Güz Dönemi
Responsible Personnel Grup Evaluation Method Percentage
Öğr. Gör. Hilal ZENGİN Vize 40.00
Öğr. Gör. Hilal ZENGİN Final 60.00
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
Ders Dışı
Homework 2 8 16
Preparation, After Class Study 1 10 10
Research 1 10 10
Other Activities 1 10.5 10.5
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 1 1
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 76.5
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 3.0