PERFORMING ARTS
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
GEP0611	Effective Skills for Communication	Fall Spring	3	0	3	5

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:	GE-Elective
Course Level:	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	E-Learning
Course Coordinator :	Assist. Prof. AYBİKE ELİF BOLCAN
Course Lecturer(s):	Instructor DENİZ SAYDAM SARIKARDAŞOĞLU
Recommended Optional Program Components:	None
Course Objectives:	The course will examine dimensions of communication styles, concepts, principles and theories of communication and how these apply to effective communication. It will address communication in problem-solving processes, the importance of communication to effective leadership, and the importance of effective communication.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Students understand the nature and the importance of effective communication
2. The student will gain knowledge of concepts, theories, and research findings in effective communication.
3. Students identify which behaviors negatively impact and which ones impact positively relationships they are in
4. Students identify, explain and analyze the psychological, social, cultural and linguistic factors which affect the communication of humans
5. Students describe and apply specific skills to the following areas of the human communication process: perception, empathy, listening, and conflict management.
6. Students identify the factors which contribute to a healthy communication climate
7. Students identify the various stages of interpersonal relationships
8. Students identify the value and the challenges of using verbal communication
9. Students will understand various contexts (friendship, family, etc.) in which effective communication occurs
10. Students improve their skills in observing, analyzing, and critiquing their own communicative behaviors as well as those of others.

Course Content

Definition and Importance of Communication, Elements of Communication and Levels of Communication, Communication, Types of Communication: Written Communication, Types of Communication: Nonverbal Communication, Subject Description, Visual Communication and Mass Communication, Organizational Communication and Barriers to Communication
Teaching methods and techniques used in the course are: lecture, reading, group work, sample examination, problem solving, discussion, observation.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	General Overview about Communication
2)	Defining the Nature and the Importance of Effective Communication: Models &Myths
3)	Elements of Communication and Levels of Communication
4)	Types of Communication: Verbal Communication
5)	Types of Communication: Written Communication
6)	Types of Communication: Nonverbal Communication
7)	Visual Communication and Mass Communication
8)	Mdterm Week
9)	Organizational Communication
10)	Barriers to Communication
11)	Listening Skills
12)	Empathy and Communication Body Language
13)	Attitudes and Social Influences and Persuasive Communication
14)	Interpersonal Communication Conflicts and Conflict Management

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	7 Steps to Effective Communication, Prem P. Bhalla, Goodwill Publishing House Kişilerarası İletişim Bilgiler-Etkiler-Engeller , Demet Gürüz/ Ayşen Temel Eğnili, İletişim Yayınları Akla ve Kalbe Giden İletişim Yolları, Fatoş Karahasan, CEO Plus. Kişilerarası İlişkiler ve Etkili İletişim, Alim Kaya, Pegem Akademi, 7.baskı, 2015.
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Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments	2	% 20
Midterms	1	% 20
Final	1	% 60
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 60
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	13	3	39
Study Hours Out of Class	13	4	52
Homework Assignments	2	10	20
Midterms	1	2	2
Final	1	2	2
Total Workload			115

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)	They acquire theoretical, historical and aesthetic knowledge specific to their field by using methods and techniques related to performing arts (acting, dance, music, etc.).
2)	They have knowledge about art culture and aesthetics and they provide the unity of theory and practice in their field.
3)	They are aware of national and international values in performing arts.
4)	Abstract and concrete concepts of performing arts; can transform it into creative thinking, innovative and original works.
5)	They have the sensitivity to run a business successfully in their field.
6)	Develops the ability to perceive, think, design and implement multidimensional from local to universal.
7)	They have knowledge about the disciplines that the performing arts field is related to and can evaluate the interaction of the sub-disciplines within their field.
8)	They develop the ability to perceive, design, and apply multidimensionality by having knowledge about artistic criticism methods.
9)	They can share original works related to their field with the society and evaluate their results and question their own work by using critical methods.
10)	They follow English language resources related to their field and can communicate with foreign colleagues in their field.
11)	By becoming aware of national and international values in the field of performing arts, they can transform abstract and concrete concepts into creative thinking, innovative and original works.
12)	They can produce original works within the framework of an interdisciplinary understanding of art.
13)	Within the framework of the Performing Arts Program and the units within it, they become individuals who are equipped to take part in the universal platform in their field.
14)	Within the Performing Arts Program, according to the field of study; have competent technical knowledge in the field of acting and musical theater.
15)	They use information and communication technologies together with computer software that is at least at the Advanced Level of the European Computer Use License as required by the field.