Language of instruction: |
English |
Type of course: |
Non-Departmental Elective |
Course Level: |
Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
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Mode of Delivery: |
Face to face
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Course Coordinator : |
Assoc. Prof. HAVVA PINAR İMER |
Course Lecturer(s): |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi AYLA ESEN
Assoc. Prof. HAVVA PINAR İMER
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Recommended Optional Program Components: |
None |
Course Objectives: |
The course aims to provide the student with the fundamental role and principles of communication in the work context. To have a general understanding of why good communication skills are important in business, students are equipped with the knowledge and skills related to verbal, nonverbal and written communication, the effective use of technology for communication, effective listening skills, and how to prepare and effectively take part in job interviews with emphasis on the cultural aspect of communication. |
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Subject |
Related Preparation |
1) |
Communication at Work |
Adler et al. Ch. 1 |
2) |
Communication, Culture and Work |
Adler et al. Ch. 2 |
3) |
Personal Skills: Listening |
Adler et al., Ch. 3 |
4) |
Personal Skills: Verbal & Nonverbal Messages |
Adler et al., Ch. 4 |
5) |
Personal Skills: Interpersonal Skills and Success |
Adler et al., Ch. 5 |
6) |
Personal Skills: Principles of Interviewing |
Adler et al., Ch. 6 |
7) |
Working in Groups: Leading and Working in Teams
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Adler et al., Ch. 7 |
8) |
Midterm Exam |
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9) |
Working in Groups: Effective Meetings |
Adler et al., Ch. 8 |
10) |
Making Effective Presentations: Developing and Organizing the Presentation |
Adler et al., Ch. 9 |
11) |
Making Effective Presentations: Delivering the Presentation |
Adler et al., Ch. 11 |
12) |
Making Effective Presentations: Types of Business Presentations |
Adler et al., Ch. 12 |
13) |
How to Write Effective CVs |
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14) |
Group Project Presentations |
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Course Notes / Textbooks: |
Adler, R. B.; Maresh-Fuehrer, M. M.; Elmhorst, J. & Lucas, K. (2019). Communicating at Work, 12th Edition, New York, NY, McGraw-Hill Education. |
References: |
Bovee, C. L.& Thill, J. V. (2016). Business Communication Essentials, 7th Global Edition, Pearson Education. |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
1) |
Comprehend the conceptual importance of the game in the field of communication, ability to implement the player centered application to provide design. |
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2) |
Analyze, synthesize, and evaluate information and ideas from various perspectives. |
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3) |
Analyze the key elements that make up specific game genres, forms of interactions, mode of narratives and understand how they are employed effectively to create a successful game. |
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4) |
Understand game design theories and methods as well as implement them during game development; to make enjoyable, attractive, instructional and immersive according to the target audience. |
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5) |
Understand the technology and computational principles involved in developing games and master the use of game engines. |
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6) |
Understand the process of creation and use of 2D and 3D assets and animation for video games. |
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7) |
Understand and master the theories and methodologies of understanding and measuring player experience and utilize them during game development process. |
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8) |
Comprehend and master how ideas, concepts and topics are conveyed via games followed by the utilization of these aspects during the development process. |
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9) |
Manage the game design and development process employing complete documentation; following the full game production pipeline via documentation. |
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10) |
Understand and employ the structure and work modes of game development teams; comprehend the responsibilities of team members and collaborations between them while utilizing this knowledge in practice. |
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11) |
Understand the process of game publishing within industry standards besides development and utilize this knowledge practice. |
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12) |
Pitching a video game to developers, publishers, and players; mastering the art of effectively communicating and marketing the features and commercial potential of new ideas, concepts or games. |
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