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| Code | ELT741 |
| Name | Language, Mind and Communication |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Term | Fall |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | İngilizce |
| Level | Yüksek Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. CEM CAN |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. CEM CAN
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
To enable students to analyze fundamental questions in linguistics, compare approaches to these questions, and engage in critical discussions on these topics.
Course Content
This course addresses key questions emerging in the field of linguistics. It covers the definition of language, methods for investigating language, the relationship between language and the mind, the connection between language and communication, and current approaches to these topics.
Course Precondition
NA
Resources
Evans V. (2015). The crucible of language : how language and mind create meaning. Cambridge University Press.
Notes
Harris R. A. (2021). The linguistics wars : Chomsky Lakoff and the battle over deep structure. Oxford University Press.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Explains all aspects of theoretical linguistics and analyzes the relationships between these aspects. |
| LO02 | Defines the basic terms of linguistics and applies them in linguistic research. |
| LO03 | Identifies fundamental questions in linguistics and compares approaches to these questions. |
| LO04 | Analyzes responses to fundamental questions in linguistics and explains how these responses are applied in different contexts. |
| LO05 | Analyzes the relationship between language and the mind and explains its connection to cognitive processes. |
| LO06 | Compares theories explaining language production and comprehension processes and evaluates their impact on teaching processes. |
| LO07 | Explains the role of language in social interaction and analyzes the impact of cultural contexts on linguistic communication. |
| LO08 | Compares current research methods in the field of linguistics and selects appropriate methods for research design. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Students know various teaching methodologies and can implement them in their teaching | 1 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Students can apply various approaches for specific purposes | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Students can assess and evaluate the learning process | 2 |
| PLO04 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Students can develop appropriate teaching materials in accordance with the objectives | 1 |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Students are aware of first and second language learning theories and can compare them | 4 |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Students are aware of the role of culture and its relationship to foreign language learning | 5 |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Students give importance to professional development | 1 |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Students can get published nation-wide and also internationally | 1 |
| PLO09 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Students can produce thesis reflecting their knowledge of research methodology | 1 |
| PLO10 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Students can carry out action research to improve learning and teaching | 2 |
| PLO11 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Students can conduct interdisciplinary studies | 4 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Students are aware of ethical issues in academic research | 1 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Nature and Definition of Language | Read Chapter 1 of Evans (2015) "The Crucible of Language". | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 2 | The Relationship between Language and the Mind | Read Chapter 2 of Harris (2021) "The Linguistics Wars". | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 3 | The Biological Foundations of Language | Review Chapter 2 of Evans (2015) "The Crucible of Language". | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Grup Çalışması |
| 4 | The Connection between Language and Thought | Read Chapter 3 of Evans (2015) "The Crucible of Language". | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 5 | Language Development and Language Acquisition | Read Chapter 4 of Harris (2021) "The Linguistics Wars". | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 6 | Bilingualism and Second Language Acquisition | Review Chapter 4 of Evans (2015) "The Crucible of Language". | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 7 | Word Recognition and Comprehension Processes | Read Chapter 5 of Harris (2021) "The Linguistics Wars". | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | General Review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 9 | Understanding Sentence Structures | Read Chapter 6 of Evans (2015) "The Crucible of Language". | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 10 | Language and Communication | Read Chapter 7 of Harris (2021) "The Linguistics Wars". | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 11 | Speech Errors and Language Production | Read an article on speech errors. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 12 | The Structure of Speech | Read Chapter 8 of Evans (2015) "The Crucible of Language". | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 13 | Linguistic Communication and Cultural Contexts | Read articles on cultural communication. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 14 | The structure of conversation | Review of literature | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 15 | General Revision | Lecture notes will be reviewed. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası, Problem Çözme |
| 16 | General Revision and Discussion | Prepareation for the Discussion. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 17 | Final Examination | General Review | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Proje / Tasarım, Ödev |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 5 | 70 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 30 | 30 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 157 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 6,28 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||