INGZ214 Intercultural Literacy

3 ECTS - 2-0 Duration (T+A)- 4. Semester- 2 National Credit

Information

Code INGZ214
Name Intercultural Literacy
Term 2024-2025 Academic Year
Semester 4. Semester
Duration (T+A) 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 3 ECTS
National Credit 2 National Credit
Teaching Language İngilizce
Level Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Prof. Dr. CEM CAN
Course Instructor
1


Course Goal / Objective

To enable students to analyze the complexities of intercultural communication; to apply communication strategies in various cultural contexts; and to engage effectively with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Course Content

This course covers the principles and real-life applications of effective intercultural communication. It addresses the role of language in cultural identity, perception, and interaction, as well as intercultural communication theories, cultural stereotypes, and strategies for overcoming cultural barriers.

Course Precondition

NA

Resources

Intercultural Communication: A Contextual Approach" by James W. Neuliep

Notes

course notes


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Analyzes the dynamics of intercultural communication and explains their impact on communication.
LO02 Analyzes intercultural conflicts and applies theoretical knowledge to resolve them.
LO03 Applies intercultural communication skills for effective interaction in a globalized world.
LO04 Analyzes how cultural contexts affect communication styles and effectiveness.
LO05 Critically analyzes intercultural events to understand cultural dynamics.
LO06 Applies intercultural communication theories to develop practical solutions to intercultural challenges.
LO07 Demonstrates empathy and makes ethical decisions in culturally diverse environments.


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Students have knowledge on theory, practice and terminology in the area of learning and teaching English as a foreign language 3
PLO02 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Knowledge on the basic concept, theories and movement in the areas of linguistics, culture, literature, translation and communication. 5
PLO03 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Knowledge on learner variables such as age, level, learning styles and strategies and their impact on the process of learning and teaching English
PLO04 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Students have knowledge on qualitative and quantitative research methods in the area 2
PLO05 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Students can reconstruct knowledge by using pedagogical skills, and develop lesson plans, methods, materials, activities and assessment samples by taking learners´´ ages, levels and needs into account
PLO06 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Use information technologies effectively in the process of planning both learning and teaching by taking developmental characteristics and individual differences of learners into account
PLO07 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Analyze teaching materials with a critical perspective and adopt and develop these teaching materials 4
PLO08 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Evaluate the problems in the process of English language teaching and offer effective solutions to these problems 3
PLO09 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Use teaching methods and techniques in order to develop learners´´ critical and creative thinking skills, and problem solving skills 2
PLO10 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Evaluate the students´´ learning outcomes multi-directionally by using various methods
PLO11 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Students can take responsibility as an individual and as a member of a team to solve the problems in English language teaching and can develop pedagogical knowledge and skills in a continuous manner
PLO12 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Develop independent behavioral skills such as taking initiative and being creative in teaching practices
PLO13 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Students can recognize themselves as individuals and use their strengths and learn from their weaknesses 4
PLO14 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Use the ways to access information effectively 5
PLO15 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Use language learning strategies effectively 5
PLO16 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Students can use information and communication strategies in the area of English language teaching 3
PLO17 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Be aware of cultural factors at a national and international level which might be influential in English language teaching
PLO18 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Students can recognize the structure, purpose and function of the National Education System and act in accordance with the legislation, democratic, social, scientific and cultural values, and professional code of ethics
PLO19 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Communicate with the school administration, parents, colleagues and non-governmental organizations in order to develop individual, psychological, ethical, social and cultural skills of learners 2
PLO20 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Students can have professional self-confidence and grasp , internalize and implement social and cultural responsibilities as a teacher 4


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Introduction to Intercultural Communication examine syllabus Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
2 Cultural Identities and Language reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
3 Theories of Intercultural Communication reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma, Anlatım
4 Cultural Stereotypes and Prejudices research Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma, Örnek Olay
5 Language and Intercultural Competence reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
6 Non-verbal Communication in Different Cultures research Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
7 Barriers to Intercultural Communication reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
8 Mid-Term Exam preparing assignment Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Ödev
9 Case Studies in Intercultural Communication research Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma
10 Cultural Adaptation and Integration reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
11 The Role of English as a Global Language reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
12 Ethical Issues in Intercultural Communication reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma
13 Critical Incidents in Intercultural Communication research Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Örnek Olay, Tartışma
14 Future Directions in Intercultural Studies research Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma
15 review reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma, Soru-Cevap
16 Term Exams preparing assignment Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Ödev
17 Term Exams preparing assignment Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Ödev


Student Workload - ECTS

Works Number Time (Hour) Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 2 28
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 2 28
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 6 6
Final Exam 1 16 16
Total Workload (Hour) 78
Total Workload / 25 (h) 3,12
ECTS 3 ECTS

Update Time: 12.12.2024 02:34