ELT5008 Language Awareness and AnalysisBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs COMPUTER ENGINEERINGGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational QualificationsBologna Commission
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Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
ELT5008 Language Awareness and Analysis Spring 3 0 3 8
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ENİSA MEDE
Course Lecturer(s): Prof. Dr. KENAN DİKİLİTAŞ
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: Written and spoken English-language texts will serve as a foundation for exploration into the elements that determine meaning, tone, rhetoric and strength of expression. Students, too, will produce original spoken and written texts that highlight their understanding of these topics. A variety of readings will expose students to various genres and registers. In addition, the course will draw students’ attention to the use of language in advertising, media, politics to engender specific outcomes and shape cultural values.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning outcomes for successful students of ELT 5008 include the following:

1. The ability to identify key elements of written and spoken language, including tone, genre, and lexical choice

2. A deeper understanding of rhetorical patterns found across a variety of texts.

3. An awareness of cultural influences on rhetorical patterns

4. The strengthening of written and spoken English skills according to this awareness

5. An appreciation for foreign students' different approaches to expression

Course Content

The course will focus on various genres and rhetorical styles of written and spoken language. Language will be explored vis-à-vis its role in politics, media, advertising, and cultural contrast. Students will demonstrate their understanding of the specified topics through presentations, papers, and projects.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Course Introduction; Critical Reading Escholz, Rosa, Clark pp. 116-123: The Prescriptive Tradition by David Crystal
2) Writing for an audience Escholz, Rosa, Clark pp. 139-143: Linda Flower
3) Contrastive Rhetoric and Language Teaching Kaplan, Robert B. (1966). Cultural thought patterns in inter-cultural education. Language Learning, 18, 1-20. Contrastive Rhetoric in Applied Linguistics (Conner & Long Chapter 2)
4) Discourse analysis through the Discourse Matrix Mackie, A. & Bullock, C. (1990). Discourse matrix: A practical tool for ESL writing teachers. TESL Canada Journal/Revue TESL du Canada 8, 1, 67-76.
5) Contrastive Rhetoric through the years: from Kaplan to the present day Historical Evaluation of Contrastive Rhetoric (Conner & Long Chapter 3)
6) Contrastive Rhetoric and the Field of Rhetoric and Composition Conner & Long Chapter 4
7) Writing: the Transaction Escholz, Rosa, Clark pp. 144-154
8) Language and culture The Language-Culture Connection (Escholz, Rosa, Clark pp. 309-337); A Mosaic of Cultures in Language (Escholz, Rosa, Clark pp. 338-396)
9) Personal Names: Making Family Connections Escholz, Rosa, Clark pp. 179-214
10) The Nature of Prejudicial Language Escholz, Rosa, Clark pp. 243-271
11) Language, Race, and Gender Escholz, Rosa, Clark pp. 272-308
12) The Language of Politics Escholz, Rosa, Clark pp. 525-553
13) Jargon, Political Correctness, Doublespeak and Euphemism Escholz, Rosa, Clark pp. 465-524
14) The Language of Advertising Escholz, Rosa, Clark pp. 565-608

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Eschholz, P., Rosa, A. & Clark, V. (2000). Language Awareness: Readings for College Writers. Boston; New York: Bedford’s/Saint Martin’s.

Conner, U. & Long, M. H. (1996). Contrastive Rhetoric: Cross-Cultural Aspects of Second-Language Writing. Cambridge (England); New York: Cambridge University Press.
References:

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 10 % 10
Homework Assignments 20 % 40
Presentation 5 % 20
Project 10 % 30
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 70
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 30
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Presentations / Seminar 2 15 30
Project 2 20 40
Homework Assignments 3 12 36
Paper Submission 2 20 40
Total Workload 188

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and computer engineering; the ability to use theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. 2
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. 3
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in computer engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex engineering problems or computer engineering research topics. 3
6) Ability to work effectively within and multi-disciplinary teams; individual study skills. 2
7) Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written Turkish; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write active reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology and to renew continuously.
9) To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility; information on the standards used in engineering applications.
10) Information on business practices such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; information about sustainable development.
11) Knowledge of the effects of engineering practices on health, environment and safety in the universal and social scale and the problems of the era reflected in engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.