TEXTILE AND FASHION DESIGN
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
ACL3098 Literary Criticism Spring 3 0 3 6
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 : Assoc. Prof. ELİF BAŞ
Course Lecturer(s): Prof. Dr. GÖNÜL BAKAY
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The objective of this course is o study some of the significant developments and movements of twentieth century literary theory within their historical, cultural and philosophical contexts.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
The students who succeed in this course will be able to:

1)use advanced, field specific theoretical and practical knowledge on literary theory
2) o define functions and meanings of social, geographical, historical and stylistic variations of the different literary theories
3)formulate interpretations of texts by the theories of various literary critics.
4)criticize and display creativity of thought in selected literary texts.
5)transfer theoretical knowledge and skills of literary citicism into the act of literary interpretation

Course Content

Literature, Theory and Criticism

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction
2) Sigmund Freud, The Interpretation of Dreams Reading
3) Victor Shklovsky, ‘Art as Technique’ Reading
4) Ferdinand de Saussure, Course in General Linguistics Reading
5) Roland Barthes, ‘From Work to Text’ Reading
6) Paul Ricoeur, ‘Phenomenology and Theory of Literature’ Reading
7) V. N. Vološinov, ‘Marxism and the Philosophy of Language’ Reading
8) Review
9) M.M. Bakhtin, ‘Discourse in the Novel’ Reading
10) M.M. Bakhtin, ‘Discourse in the Novel’ Reading
11) Louis Althusser, ‘Ideology and the State’ Reading
12) Michel Foucault, ‘The Order of Discourse’ Reading
13) Elaine Showalter, ‘Towards a Feminist Poetics’ Reading
14) Bell Hooks, ‘Postmodern Blackness’ Reading
15) Final
16) Final

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Modern Literary Theory: A Reader, 3rd edn. Philip Rice and Patricia Waugh, eds. London and New York: Arnold, 1996.
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Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 16 % 10
Quizzes 2 % 10
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 50
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 14 7 98
Quizzes 2 2 4
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 148

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) Understands the principles of artistic creation and basic design and applies the art and design objects he creates within this framework.
2) Conducts the multifaceted research required for textile and fashion design processes and analyzes and interprets the results.
3) Creates original and applicable fabric, clothing and pattern designs by using elements from different historical periods and cultures in accordance with his purpose.
4) Recognizes textile raw materials and equipments.
5) Uses computer programs effectively in the garment and fabric surface design process.
6) Has professional technical knowledge regarding the implementation of clothing designs and production; In this context, recognizes and uses technological tools and equipment.
7) Understands the importance of interdisciplinary interaction and communication in textile and clothing design-production-presentation processes and reflects this on the processes.
8) Works in a programmed and disciplined manner in professional practices.
9) Realizes the necessity of lifelong learning to maintain his productivity, creativity and professional competence.
10) Understands, adopts and applies ethical responsibilities in professional practices; Has knowledge of relevant legal regulations.
11) Establishes effective visual, written and verbal communication in the field of textile and fashion design.
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.
13) Has sufficient awareness about social justice, environmental awareness, quality culture and protection of cultural values.