ENGLISH LANGUAGE EDUCATION (ENGLISH, NONTHESIS, DE) | |||||
Master | TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 | QF-EHEA: Second Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 7 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
ELT5016 | Literature in English Language Teaching | Fall Spring |
3 | 0 | 3 | 12 |
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
Language of instruction: | English |
Type of course: | Departmental Elective |
Course Level: | |
Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
Course Coordinator : | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi AYLİN TEKİNER TOLU |
Recommended Optional Program Components: | None |
Course Objectives: | Research suggests that reading enhances all four skills of language acquisition. ELT 5016 aims to equip the student-teacher with the skills to incorporate literature into the classroom in ways that enhance these language skills and promote critical thinking to maximum effect. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; Upon completion of ELT 5016, 1. The student-teacher will be adept at facilitating classrooms that foster students’ understanding of writers’ structure and language choices. 2. The student-teacher will be able to exploit this understanding to enhance students’ English language ability. 3. The student-teacher will have mastered techniques to encourage independent opinions about content that is read in the classroom. 4. The student-teacher will analyze literary works |
Students of ELT 5016 actively compare authentic literary texts with non-authentic language materials in the classroom. Through writing and reading assignments, students extend their understanding of the English language and its functions with regard to a number of possible writing styles. Emphasis is also placed on literary analysis skills. |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | Introduction | |
2) | What is literature? What are the characteristics of a "good reader"? How does literature shape our world (culture, ethnicity, gender)? Reading: Eagleton's "What is literature?" | |
3) | How do the NCTE/IRA Standards apply to classrooms? | |
4) | How do “engaged” vs. “struggling” readers differ? What is a good class discussion? | |
5) | How do efferent vs. aesthetic readings differ? How do teachers make effective text selections? | |
6) | How do we “evoke” Literature? How can we use literary texts to teach grammar? | |
7) | How does visualization (drama and art) help readers? How do teachers create effective units? | |
8) | How can we use literature to teach vocabulary? How can we teach target culture through literature? | |
9) | How can students produce literary works? What is the role and effect of producing literary works? | |
10) | What are the most popular online resources to utilize? What is the role of technology in teaching English through literature? | |
11) | Selecting movies Utilizing movies effectively | |
12) | Script writing | |
13) | Short clip production Students create short movies and design lesson plans | |
14) | Self-Reflections Comments on other students' movies and lesson plans |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | Collie, J. and S. Slater. (1990). Literature in the Language Classroom: A Resource Book of Ideas and Activities. Cambridge: CUP. Lazar, G. (2008). Literature and Language Teaching: A Guide for Teachers and Trainers. Cambridge, UK: Cambridge University Press. |
References: | Duff, A & Maley, A (2007) Literature (Resource Books for Teachers), Oxford University Press. Maley, A (2001) ‘Literature in the language classroom' in The Cambridge Guide to Teaching ESOL, Cambridge University Press. Pulverness, A ( 2003) ‘Literature' in English Teaching Professional, October, Issue 29, Modern English Publishing |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Attendance | 14 | % 10 |
Homework Assignments | 6 | % 20 |
Presentation | 1 | % 20 |
Project | 1 | % 20 |
Final | 1 | % 30 |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 50 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 50 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Presentations / Seminar | 2 | 4 | 8 |
Project | 2 | 25 | 50 |
Homework Assignments | 6 | 12 | 72 |
Midterms | 1 | 2 | 2 |
Paper Submission | 2 | 6 | 12 |
Final | 1 | 3 | 3 |
Total Workload | 189 |
No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution |