Language of instruction: |
English |
Type of course: |
Non-Departmental Elective |
Course Level: |
Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
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Mode of Delivery: |
Face to face
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Course Coordinator : |
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Course Lecturer(s): |
Prof. Dr. KENAN DİKİLİTAŞ
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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. |
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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)
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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
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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 |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
1) |
Understands the principles of artistic creation and basic design and applies the art and design objects he creates within this framework. |
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2) |
Conducts the multifaceted research required for textile and fashion design processes and analyzes and interprets the results. |
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3) |
Creates original and applicable fabric, clothing and pattern designs by using elements from different historical periods and cultures in accordance with his purpose. |
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4) |
Recognizes textile raw materials and equipments. |
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5) |
Uses computer programs effectively in the garment and fabric surface design process. |
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6) |
Has professional technical knowledge regarding the implementation of clothing designs and production; In this context, recognizes and uses technological tools and equipment. |
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7) |
Understands the importance of interdisciplinary interaction and communication in textile and clothing design-production-presentation processes and reflects this on the processes. |
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8) |
Works in a programmed and disciplined manner in professional practices. |
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9) |
Realizes the necessity of lifelong learning to maintain his productivity, creativity and professional competence. |
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10) |
Understands, adopts and applies ethical responsibilities in professional practices; Has knowledge of relevant legal regulations. |
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11) |
Establishes effective visual, written and verbal communication in the field of textile and fashion design. |
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12) |
Reflects his knowledge on current and contemporary issues from all fields to his professional theoretical and practical studies on textile and clothing design; Understands the social and universal effects of these issues. |
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13) |
Has sufficient awareness about social justice, environmental awareness, quality culture and protection of cultural values. |
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