BAHÇEŞEHİR UNIVERSITY BİLGİ PAKETİ / DERS KATALOĞU
| BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION | |||||
| 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 |
| ENG1004 | Communication Skills and Academic Reporting II | Spring | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| 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: | |
| Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
| Mode of Delivery: | E-Learning |
| Course Coordinator : | Instructor GÜLSEN AKDENİZ HOCAOĞLU |
| Course Lecturer(s): |
Instructor AYŞEGÜL ÖZDEMİR Instructor NİLGÜN KARA Instructor YALÇIN GÜDEN Instructor DAMLA ŞATANA Instructor HANDE MİNE İMREN Instructor IŞIL BURSALI Instructor SEVTAP SIVIŞ Instructor ANIL GÜNAYDIN Instructor SERKAN GÜLŞEN Instructor NURAN YAŞAYAN Instructor ÇERAĞ ŞAHİN Instructor İREM SARI Instructor GAMZE DEMİR Instructor ÜLGEN ACAR Instructor DUYGU CAN Instructor GÜLSEN AKDENİZ HOCAOĞLU Instructor ÖZEN ÖNGÖREN Instructor EBRU AKER Instructor İSA BEKTAŞ Instructor ZEYNEP YÜCEL |
| Recommended Optional Program Components: | None |
| Course Objectives: | 1. to demonstrate academic language learning strategies with examples 2. to transfer the fundamentals of Academic English 3. to illustrate academic language use with examples 4. to report results and comments in an academic style and format |
Learning Outcomes
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The students who have succeeded in this course; 1. to guess unknown vocabulary from context 2. to use complex sentence structures and academic phrases 3. to identify the audience, tone, and purpose in academic writing 4. to analyze coherence, cohesion, and unity in academic writing 5. to summarize 6. to paraphrase 7. to apply rules and conventions of academic writing 8. to write a piece of writing in academic language |
Course Content
| EAP language skills based on the definition of CEFR B2 Level |
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | Introduction to the course Introducing the syllabus Principles of Academic Writing Process of Academic Writing | Stated in the course syllabus. |
| 2) | Identifying the features of an introduction paragraph | Stated in the course syllabus. |
| 3) | Identifying the features of an introduction paragraph - Identifying definitions in the source text - Recognizing the structure of definitions | Stated in the course syllabus. |
| 4) | Identifying and Analyzing the features of an introduction paragraph - Analyzing definitions in the source text - Understanding the structure of definitions - Understanding/Practicing paraphrasing (Definition) - Citing a source (APA 7th edition) Assignment: Graded tests on the e-learning platform | Stated in the course syllabus. |
| 5) | Introduction Paragraph - Identifying/Selecting background information - Practicing paraphrasing (background information) - Citing a source (APA 7th edition) Assignment: Graded tests on the e-learning platform | Stated in the course syllabus. |
| 6) | - Understanding the requirements of an essay question - Developing a thesis statement - Understanding paragraph cohesion - Identifying cohesive devices in a paragraph - Understanding the difference between formal and informal writing Writing Task I : Writing an Introduction Paragraph | Stated in the course syllabus. |
| 7) | - Writing an introduction paragraph - Practicing paraphrasing - Citing a source (APA 7th edition) - Understanding paragraph cohesion Assignment: Graded tests on the e-learning platform | Stated in the course syllabus. |
| 8) | Revision for the Midterm Exam | Stated in the course syllabus. |
| 9) | MIDTERM WEEK | Stated in the course syllabus. |
| 10) | - Developing the outline of an essay - Identifying/Analyzing the features of a body paragraph - Understanding unity and coherence - Identifying cohesive devices in a paragraph Assignment: Graded tests on the e-learning platform | Stated in the course syllabus. |
| 11) | - Identifying/Analyzing the features of a body paragraph - Writing topic sentences - Selecting supporting evidence from the source text - Understanding summarizing Assignment: Graded tests on the e-learning platform | Stated in the course syllabus. |
| 12) | - Writing topic sentences - Writing supporting evidence (Practicing paraphrasing & summarizing) - Writing evaluative comments - Writing concluding sentences | Stated in the course syllabus. |
| 13) | Feedback on WRITING TASK II Identifying/analyzing the features of a conclusion paragraph | Stated in the course syllabus. |
| 14) | Identifying/ analyzing the features of a conclusion - Revision for the Final Exam | Stated in the course syllabus. |
Sources
| Course Notes / Textbooks: | Modern Diller Bölüm hocalarının hazırladığı materyaller, ve Internet kaynakları Materials prepared by the instructors of the Modern Languages Department and Internet resources |
| References: |
Evaluation System
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Attendance | 1 | % 10 |
| Application | 6 | % 15 |
| Homework Assignments | 2 | % 0 |
| Midterms | 1 | % 30 |
| Final | 1 | % 45 |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 55 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 45 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
ECTS / Workload Table
| Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
| Course Hours | 14 | 4 | 56 |
| Application | 6 | 3 | 18 |
| Homework Assignments | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Midterms | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Final | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Workload | 82 | ||
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) | Being able to identify problems and ask right questions | |
| 2) | Having problem solving skills and developing necessary analytical attitude | 5 |
| 3) | Comprehending theoretical arguments along with counter arguments in detail | 5 |
| 4) | Gaining awareness of lifelong learning and being qualified for pursuing graduate education | |
| 5) | Applying theoretical concepts in project planning | 5 |
| 6) | Communicating efficiently by accepting differences and carrying out compatible teamwork | |
| 7) | Increasing efficiency rate in business environment | |
| 8) | Developing innovative and creative solutions in face of uncertainty | 5 |
| 9) | Researching to gather information for understanding current threats and opportunities in business | |
| 10) | Being aware of the effects of globalization on society and business while deciding | |
| 11) | Possessing digital competence and utilizing necessary technology | 3 |
| 12) | Communicating in at least one foreign language in academic and daily life | 5 |
| 13) | Possessing managing skills and competence | |
| 14) | Deciding with the awareness of the legal and ethical consequences of business operations | |
| 15) | Expressing opinions that are built through critical thinking process in business and academic environment | 5 |