Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Turkish Folk Literature IV TDE326 Turkish Compulsory 6. Semester 2 + 0 2.0 4.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Mehmet KARAASLAN
Instructor(s)
Goals This course aims to teach students the place of myths in Turkish folk literature and folklore, how the worldview of the Turks developed, and to show the place of myths in the formation of belief and thought systems.
Course Content -The definition, function, and relationship of myth with other narrative genres (folktale, legend, epic). -Turkish creation, flood, and apocalypse myths, along with the formation and functions of the epic tradition.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 The student understands how myths occupy a place in the belief and thought system.
2 He learns that examining and interpreting myths means trying to learn about humanity's belief and thought systems.
3 He sees that myths are not just made up of fantastic and extraordinary elements.
4 He understands that myths contain meaning and value far beyond general acceptance when approached from the right angles.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction to the definition and functions of myth Presentation (Preparation), Lecture
2. Week General information on the content, subject and types of myths Presentation (Preparation), Lecture
3. Week The place of myths in belief and thought systems Presentation (Preparation), Lecture
4. Week The relationships of myths with other narrative types (fairy tales, legends, epics) Presentation (Preparation), Lecture
5. Week Introduction to sources providing information on Turkish creation, flood and apocalypse myths Presentation (Preparation), Lecture
6. Week Analysis and evaluation of creation, flood and apocalypse myths Presentation (Preparation), Lecture
7. Week Analysis and evaluation of creation, flood and apocalypse myths Presentation (Preparation), Lecture
8. Week What is an epic, how is it formed, general evaluation on the subject Presentation (Preparation), Lecture
9. Week The subject, type and form characteristics of epics, Presentation (Preparation), Lecture
10. Week The characteristics of epics in terms of verse form, epics in the form of koşma mani and divan Presentation (Preparation), Lecture
11. Week The relationship of the epic with other narrative types (myth, tale, legend, folk story) Presentation (Preparation), Lecture
12. Week The artist who created the epic, the way he was raised, the medium of narration, the time and style of narration, the social function of the epic and the epic writer Presentation (Preparation), Lecture
13. Week The characteristics of epics in terms of narration attitude Presentation (Preparation), Lecture
14. Week General repetition and evaluation Presentation (Preparation), Lecture
*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
PY1 2 2 2 2
PY2 5 5 5 5
PY3 4 4 4 4
PY4 3 3 3 3
PY5 3 3 3 3
PY6 2 2 2 2
PY7 1 1 1 1
PY8 3 3 3 3
PY9 3 3 3 3
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır.
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Mircea Eliade, Mitlerin Özellikleri, Simavi, İstanbul 1993.
  • Mircea Eliade, Şamanizm, İmge Yay., Ankara 1999.
  • Mircea Eliade, İmgeler Simgeler, Gece Yay., Ankara 1992.
  • Mircea Eliade, Dinsel İnançlar ve Düşünceler Tarihi, 3 c., Kabalcı Yay., İstanbul 2003.
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 1 14
Ders Dışı
Preparation, After Class Study 13 3 39
Presentation (Preparation) 9 2 18
Other Activities 14 2 28
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 1
Midterm Preparation 1 1 1
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 102
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 4.0