| OPTICIANRY (TURKISH) | |||||
| Associate | TR-NQF-HE: Level 5 | QF-EHEA: Short Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 5 | ||
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
| GEP1611 | Effective Skills for Communication | Fall Spring |
3 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| The course opens with the approval of the Department at the beginning of each semester |
| Language of instruction: | Tr |
| Type of course: | GE-Elective |
| Course Level: | Associate |
| Mode of Delivery: | Hybrid |
| Course Coordinator : | Assist. Prof. FIRAT KARA |
| Course Lecturer(s): |
Instructor NEBİ CEYLAN |
| Course Objectives: | The purpose of this course is to define the basic concepts and models of communication; to examine new communication technologies; to provide students with knowledge and skills regarding interpersonal communication, teamwork, problem-solving strategies and ethical issues in communication. |
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The students who have succeeded in this course; Students who successfully complete this course will be able to; 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. |
| 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. |
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation | |
| 1) | Introduction to the Course | ||
| 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) | Midterm 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 | ||
| Course Notes: | 1.Demet Gürüz, Ayşen Temel Eğinli İletişim Becerileri: Anlamak, Anlatmak, Anlaşmak, Ankara, Nobel Yayınevi, 2020. 2.Zuhal Baltaş, Acar Baltaş, Renkli Resimlerle Bedenin Dili, 53.B. İstanbul, Remzi Kitabevi, 2019. 3. Müjde Ker Dinçer, İletişimin Kalbi Sözsüz İletişim Becerileri, Ankara, Nobel Yayınevi, 2015.. 4.Nazife Küçükaslan, Etkili İletişim Teknikleri, Bursa, Ekin Yayınevi, 2014 |
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| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Attendance | % 0 | |
| Laboratory | % 0 | |
| Application | % 0 | |
| Field Work | % 0 | |
| Special Course Internship (Work Placement) | % 0 | |
| Quizzes | % 0 | |
| Homework Assignments | 2 | % 20 |
| Presentation | % 0 | |
| Project | % 0 | |
| Seminar | % 0 | |
| Midterms | 1 | % 20 |
| Preliminary Jury | % 0 | |
| Final | 1 | % 60 |
| Paper Submission | % 0 | |
| Jury | % 0 | |
| Bütünleme | % 0 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 40 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 60 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
| Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
| Course Hours | 13 | 3 | 39 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Application | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Special Course Internship (Work Placement) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Field Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Study Hours Out of Class | 13 | 4 | 52 |
| Presentations / Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework Assignments | 2 | 10 | 20 |
| Quizzes | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Preliminary Jury | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Midterms | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Paper Submission | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jury | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Workload | 115 | ||
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | To be able to evaluate and apply the knowledge gained from theoretical and practical courses related to the field professionally | 1 |
| 2) | To be able to use terminology specific to the health field effectively | 1 |
| 3) | To know the legislation regarding his/her duties, rights and responsibilities and to act in accordance with professional ethical rules | 1 |
| 4) | To be able to use information and communication technologies on issues related to his/her field and effectively convey his/her professional knowledge through written, verbal and non-verbal communication | 1 |
| 5) | To be able to follow information in his/her field using a foreign language at a basic level | 1 |
| 6) | To be able to apply changing techniques and use new tools and devices depending on developing technology | 1 |
| 7) | To be able to update his/her knowledge, skills and competencies related to his/her field with the awareness of lifelong learning and improve himself/herself personally and professionally | 1 |
| 8) | To have knowledge of basic vision devices such as glasses, contact lenses and low vision devices (telescopic products, etc.) | 1 |
| 9) | To be able to select, sell and prepare basic vision devices according to the prescription and ensure their adaptation to the user | 1 |
| 10) | To be able to measure the diopter of prescription glasses and contact lenses and make the necessary adjustments for their fitting | 1 |