IDEP108 Oral Communication Skills 2Istanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs English Language TeachingGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
English Language Teaching
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code: IDEP108
Course Name: Oral Communication Skills 2
Course Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
2 0 2 3
Language of instruction: EN
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: Yes
Type of course: Compulsory
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 ANNA ASIATIDOU
Course Lecturer(s): Dr.Öğr.Üyesi ANNA ASIATIDOU
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: The purpose of this course is to focus on communication-oriented speaking such as discussions, individual presentations and other interactive tasks; formal and informal language; informative and persuasive presentations; supra-segmental features (pitch, stress and intonation); use of audio-visual aids (OHP, power point, posters) and techniques. Prerequisite: IDE141.
Course Content: The students will be able to gain different communication skills such as speaking in debates, role-plays, individual and group presentations, impromptu speeches and other interactive tasks.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) At the end of this course, the student will be able to • To express or restate thoughts or feelings in English. • To create and organize authentic speaking activities. • To organize and take part in drama activities. • To prepare authentic material for pair presentation. • To present informative speeches. • To correct pronunciation and grammar mistakes. • To use technology. • To use and evaluate body language appropriately.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) • Express or restate thoughts or feelings in English • Create and organize authentic speaking activities • Topic based individual presentation Presentation/Discussion Homework: assigned reading for next class session
1) • Introduce the course to the students • Compare and Contrast formal and informal speech • Develop oral communication skills used in formal or informal contexts • Introduction to formal and informal speech Lecture/Discussion Review the Syllabus Homework: assigned reading for next class session
2) • Identify the significance of the body language • Use and evaluate body language appropriately • Describe the types of speech • The identification of body language and the type of speech. Lecture/Discussion
4) • Express or restate thoughts or feelings in English • Create and organize authentic speaking activities • Topic based individual presentation Presentation/Discussion Homework: assigned reading for next class session
5) • Prepare authentic material for pair presentation • Take responsibility in pair work • Authentic pair presentation Presentation/Discussion Homework: assigned reading for next class session
6) • Prepare authentic material for pair presentation • Take responsibility in pair work • Authentic pair presentation Presentation/Discussion Homework: assigned reading for next class session
7) • Present informative speeches individually • Talk spontaneously • Express their opinions on current issues and interesting topics • Free topic based individual presentation Presentation/Discussion Evaluation of individual presentations
8) • Present informative speeches individually • Present spontaneous talk on given situations • Express their opinions on current issues and interesting topics • Free topic based individual presentation Presentation/Discussion Homework: assigned reading for next class session
9) • Present informative speeches individually • Present spontaneous talk on given situations • Express their opinions on current issues and interesting topics • Free topic based individual presentation Presentation/Discussion Homework: assigned reading for next class session
10) • Organize and take part in drama activities • Preparing for the drama activities Presentation/Discussion Homework: assigned reading for next class session
11) • Organize and take part in drama activities • Spontaneous or planned drama Presentation/Discussion Homework: assigned reading for next class session
12) • Organize and take part in drama activities • Spontaneous or planned drama Presentation/Discussion Homework: assigned reading for next class session
13) • Organize and take part in drama activities • Spontaneous or planned drama Presentation/Discussion Homework: assigned reading for next class session
14) • List peer’s pronunciation mistakes and correct them • Develop strategies to cope with communication problems. • Evaluation and reflection on the term: vocabulary and grammar mistakes Discussion Evaluation of individual mistakes
14) • FINAL EXAM • Organize and take part in drama activities • Spontaneous or planned drama Individual study Evaluation of mistakes in a TV show

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Practicing Skills, Strategies & Processes: Classroom Techniques to Help Students Develop Proficiency
Kelly Harmon & Robert J. Marzano
2015 Learning Sciences
ISBN-10: 1941112072 ISBN-13: 978-1941112076
References: Practicing Skills, Strategies & Processes: Classroom Techniques to Help Students Develop Proficiency
Kelly Harmon & Robert J. Marzano
2015 Learning Sciences
ISBN-10: 1941112072 ISBN-13: 978-1941112076

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes

1

Program Outcomes
1) P1. To be able to use the language to reach the information, share the information orally and in written form
2) P2. To be able to evaluate, apply and interpret the terms and scientific approaches in the field of English Language Teaching
3) P3. To be able to identify the social and psychological features of students and apply appropriate evaluation and assessment methods in the light of ethical principles in order to support students' developments
4) P4. To be able to use Information and Communication Technologies and computer software to the extent that the filed requires ("European Computer Driving License", Advanced Level).
5) P5. To gain sufficient conscience with respect to protecting universal, national and cultural values and human & animal rights and about protecting the environment
6) P6. To be able to implement the theories, principles, methods and techniques related with students' development, learning and teaching.
7) P7. To be able to implement the theories, principles, methods and techniques related with developing curriculum development and evaluation.
8) P8. To be able to internalize and apply the innovative and modern methods, techniques and theories to teach English and to be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to apply them into their teaching, and to fulfill the scientific research processes successfully.
9) P9. To internalize the basic areas of Educational Sciences and utilize the theories and approaches of developmental and learning psychology in order to enable educational development
10) P10. To be able to develop materials to improve language skills, to adopt and evaluate the available materials according to the level, interests and learning characteristics of students

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) P1. To be able to use the language to reach the information, share the information orally and in written form
2) P2. To be able to evaluate, apply and interpret the terms and scientific approaches in the field of English Language Teaching 5
3) P3. To be able to identify the social and psychological features of students and apply appropriate evaluation and assessment methods in the light of ethical principles in order to support students' developments
4) P4. To be able to use Information and Communication Technologies and computer software to the extent that the filed requires ("European Computer Driving License", Advanced Level).
5) P5. To gain sufficient conscience with respect to protecting universal, national and cultural values and human & animal rights and about protecting the environment
6) P6. To be able to implement the theories, principles, methods and techniques related with students' development, learning and teaching.
7) P7. To be able to implement the theories, principles, methods and techniques related with developing curriculum development and evaluation.
8) P8. To be able to internalize and apply the innovative and modern methods, techniques and theories to teach English and to be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to apply them into their teaching, and to fulfill the scientific research processes successfully.
9) P9. To internalize the basic areas of Educational Sciences and utilize the theories and approaches of developmental and learning psychology in order to enable educational development
10) P10. To be able to develop materials to improve language skills, to adopt and evaluate the available materials according to the level, interests and learning characteristics of students

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Individual study and homework

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)
Oral Examination
Homework
Group project
Presentation

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 30 % 40
Final 40 % 60
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 2 28
Application 14 2 28
Study Hours Out of Class 5 3 15
Presentations / Seminar 1 1 1
Homework Assignments 3 3 9
Midterms 1 3 3
Final 1 3 3
Total Workload 87