CHILD DEVELOPMENT (TURKISH)
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
GEP0411 Modern Chinese I Fall 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: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr. BURCU ALARSLAN ULUDAŞ
Course Lecturer(s): Instructor MÜGE GÜNEŞ
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The goal of this course is to help students pronounce Hanyu Pinyin and tones correctly.The beginner level of Chinese language aims to achieve speaking, listening ability and recognize main Chinese radicals and write 50 characters.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
The students who succeeded in this course;
o will be able to use Hanyu Pinyin to pronounce Chinese language.
o will be able to understand sentences concerning himself/herself and family.
o will be able to express themselves in areas of immediate needs.
o will be able to recognize and manage to write more than 50 Chinese characters

Course Content

To introduce Hanyu Pinyin, and tell the difference among tones. Use Present Tense to conduct greetings and everyday conversations.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Course presentation, Information about Chinese language and culture, Chinese Phonetic rules Handouts
2) Introduction of Chinese Phonetic Transcription(Pinyin),practicing four tones and variations,combinations of the initals and finals and pronunciation drills Course book, handouts
3) Combinations of the initals and finals,spelling rules,tone marks Sing the Chinese Phonetic Alphabet song Course book, handouts,CD
4) Basic strokes of Chinese characters-writing the strokes,learning some basic Chinese characters and introduction some traditional characters Course book, handouts
5) Revision and Quiz 1 Course book
6) Greetings and leave-taking expressions, some personal pronouns, daily phrases ( 你 好 ! 再见 !) Course book, handouts,CD
7) Classroom Chinese expressions & get to know each other Course book, handouts
8) Verb “to be” ( 是 ) – introducing others, expressing gratitude Course book, handouts
9) Revision and Quiz 2 Course book
10) Simple, yes-no questions (…………. 吗?) Course book, handouts,CD
11) Possessive pronouns, activities (listening and writing practices), Family members Course book, handouts,CD
12) Oral Exam, “Wh” question words-who,numbers,sports Course book
13) New traditional characters,activities(listening and reading practices) Course book, handouts,
14) Review and Quiz 3 Course book

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Learn Chinese With Me – Student’s Book 1 and CD 1
References: Chinese Characters For Beginners and CD, Grammar and Writing Handouts

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 1 % 10
Application 1 % 15
Quizzes 3 % 15
Midterms 1 % 20
Final 1 % 40
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Homework Assignments 14 2 28
Quizzes 3 2 6
Midterms 1 6 6
Final 1 10 10
Total Workload 92

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) To gain both theoretical and practical knowledge about physical, cognitive, social-emotional aspects of child development. 5
2) To display actions in professional practice based on ethical principles and values. 5
3) To adopt the principle of lifelong learning, using efficient ways for accessing information. 5
4) To know the stages of child development and to be able to use models / theories efficiently for supporting children's cognitive, affective and psycho-motor development. 5
5) To plan, implement and evaluate professional projects, research and events with a sense of social responsibility, 5
6) To be able to use effective communication methods in counseling and child and family-based guidance. 5
7) To be sensitive to the child and family-related issues taking into account the child's stages of development, and to implement strategies for personal development of child and education methods which are vital for leading effective and productive life. 5
8) To use the education and communication materials according to the child development stage, and to create proper educational environment. 5
9) To take responsibilities in the field of child development and education using interdisciplinary approach, and to use information technologies, and to engage in projects and activities. 5
10) To use health information technologies for research in the field of child development. 4
11) To be able to monitor occupational information using at least one foreign language, to collaborate and communicate with colleagues at international level. 5
12) To become a good example for colleagues and society, and represent efficiently the professional identity using advanced knowledge about child development. 5