MSC460 Diction InformationIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs MusicologyGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Musicology
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code: MSC460
Course Name: Diction Information
Course Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 3
Language of instruction: TR
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Department Elective
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr.Öğr.Üyesi ERHAN ÖZDEMİR
Course Lecturer(s): Öğr.Gör. FATMA NURİYE ERACAR
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to make students understand the importance of diction for effective communication, to develop accurate and impressive speaking skills, to teach the use of body language and tone of voice, and to help them create a safe and effective communication style.
Course Content: Learning correct and impressive speaking techniques.
Understanding the effective use of body language.
Controlling the use of tone and emphasis.
Increasing public speaking confidence.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
1) Learning correct and impressive speaking techniques.
2) Understanding the effective use of body language.
3) Controlling the use of tone and emphasis.
4) Controlling the use of tone and emphasis. Increasing public speaking confidence.
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Instrument and Body Relationship Lecture notes will be provided to students during class time.
2) The word meaning of diction, the importance of correct diction, effective communication Lecture notes will be provided to students during class time.
3) Verbal Expression Skills Lecture notes will be provided to students during class time.
4) Correct and effective speech, stress, intonation, speed and pauses Lecture notes will be provided to students during class time.
5) Voice and Breathing Techniques Lecture notes will be provided to students during class time.
6) Use of diaphragm, breathing techniques, correct use of voice Lecture notes will be provided to students during class time.
7) Speech Rate and Rhythm Lecture notes will be provided to students during class time.
8) The importance of speaking rate, creating rhythm, balance of speed and rhythm Lecture notes will be provided to students during class time.
9) Correct Pronunciation and Accent Lecture notes will be provided to students during class time.
10) Pronunciation errors, effects of accent, correct pronunciation Lecture notes will be provided to students during class time.
11) Body Language and Gestures Lecture notes will be provided to students during class time.
12) The effect of body language on speech, correct use of gestures and facial expressions Lecture notes will be provided to students during class time.
13) Presentation and Communication Skills Lecture notes will be provided to students during class time.
14) Public speaking, presentation techniques, effective communication Lecture notes will be provided to students during class time.

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Ders notları öğrencilere ders saatinde temin edilecektir.
References: "The Articulate Voice: An Introduction to Voice and Diction" - Lynn K. Wells

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes

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4

Program Outcomes

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Field Study
Peer Review
Individual study and homework
Reading
Homework

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Oral Examination
Homework
Application

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 16 % 0
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 70
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 30
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 70
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 16 1 16
Midterms 1 1 1
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 18