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Course Code: 
EDEN 420
Course Type: 
Area Elective
P: 
3
Lab: 
0
Credits: 
3
ECTS: 
5
Course Language: 
İngilizce
Courses given by: 
Aysun Kunduracı
Course Objectives: 
Students in this course are expected to regard the difference between idiomatic translation and literal translation, what is required for successful translations, the factors and other related fields that affect such translations, and translate between Turkish and English successfully.
Course Content: 

This course is intended to serve as an introduction to translation studies, its theoretical foundations, and linguistic needs. In this course, we will explore what it is to translate from one language into another, the role of form, the role of meaning, sociocultural background, and basic concepts of translation studies with various textual examples.

Course Methodology: 
1: Lecture, 2: Discussion, 3: Simulation, 4: Demonstration, 5: Problem solving, 6: Group work, 7: Drama, 8: Micro teaching
Course Evaluation Methods: 
A: Exam, B: Multiple choice, C: Gap filling, D: True false, E: Oral exam, F: Portfolio

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Course Learning Outcomes

 
Course Learning Outcomes  Program outcomes Teaching 

Methods

Assessment Methods 
1) Ss will be able to comprehend information structure and cohesion, and how these refer to the form and function in the language. 1, 9 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 A, C, D, E
2) Ss will be able to increase linguistic awareness in English form, function and use; they will see parallel and unparallel cases between English and other languages via translation.         1, 2, 9 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 A, C, D, E
3) Ss will be able to understand formal linguistics, functional linguistics, and pragmatics. 1, 9 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 A, C, D, E
4) Ss will develop the skills of written and oral translation as well as improving the skills of reading, writing, listening, and speaking. 5 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 A, C, D, E

Course Flow

 

COURSE CONTENT
          Week  
Topics                                                  Study Materials 		 
1 Introduction to translation                    ---  
2 Introduction to translation             Book, Ch. 1, Handout  
3 Word level & above word level             Ch. 2 & 3, Handout              
4 Word level & above word level             Ch. 2 & 3, Handout  
5 Grammatical equivalence Ch. 4, Handout  
6 Grammatical equivalence                      Ch. 4, Handout  
 
7 		 

Thematic & Information structures Ch. 5, Handout

 
                                     

8

 
Thematic & Information structures         Ch. 5, Handout

                     

 
9  
Cohesion             Ch. 6, Handout 		 
10  
Cohesion             Ch. 6, Handout

                     

 
11  
Pragmatic equivalence Ch. 7, Handout 		 
12  
Pragmatic equivalence Ch. 7, Handout 		 
13  
Semiotic equivalence Ch. 8, Handout 		 
14 Semiotic equivalence Ch. 8, Handout  
                   

  15

 

Ethics & Morality                       Ch. 9

 

Recommended Sources

 

RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Textbooks: 1. Baker, Mona. (1992). In Other Words: A Coursebook on Translation, London: Routledge.

 
Additional Resources: Handouts  /  2. Munday, Jeremy. (2008). Introducing Translation Studies: Theories and Applications, (2. Ed.) Abingdon, New York: Routledge. (Additional)

 

Material Sharing

 

 

MATERIAL SHARING
Documents Course book, Study book, Handouts.
Assignments Homework
Exams Midterm

Assessment

 

ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES NUMBER PERCENTAGE
Midterm Exam 1 40%
Class Participation & Discussion 1 20%
Final Exam 1 40%
Total   100%
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE   40%
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE   60%
Total   100%

 

 

COURSE CATEGORY Expertise / Field Classes

Course’s Contribution to Program

 
RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Textbooks: 1. Baker, Mona. (1992). In Other Words: A Coursebook on Translation, London: Routledge.

 
Additional Resources: Handouts  /  2. Munday, Jeremy. (2008). Introducing Translation Studies: Theories and Applications, (2. Ed.) Abingdon, New York: Routledge. (Additional)

 

MATERIAL SHARING
Documents Course book, Study book, Handouts.
Assignments Homework
Exams Midterm

 

 

ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES NUMBER PERCENTAGE
Midterm Exam 1 40%
Class Participation & Discussion 1 20%
Final Exam 1 40%
Total   100%
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE   40%
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE   60%
Total   100%

 

 

COURSE CATEGORY Expertise / Field Classes

 

COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
No Program Learning Outcomes Contribution
1 2 3 4 5  
1 Having the knowledge of the theoretical and practical linguistic terminology and English language’s structural features and using language teaching methods and techniques accordingly.         x  
2 Using the appropriate language teaching methods and techniques by having the knowledge of and evaluating the theories, rules and techniques of English as a foreign language learning and teaching         x  
3 Preparing lesson plans by using appropriate instructional technologies according to the students’ needs, language proficiencies, ages, types of intelligence and learning styles     x      
4 Being able to choose, use and prepare lesson plans by evaluating the effectiveness of ready classroom materials according to the proficiency levels, ages and motivation levels of the students.     x        
5 Improving reading, speaking, writing and listening skills in English, and using the language at the level of finding information and sharing the information through written and spoken forms, and producing the language         x  
6 Using information and communication technologies effectively in English education and teaching.            
7 Recognizing English literary works like short story, poem and novel and use them for teaching language skills.            
8 Using measurement and evaluation tools and techniques associated with English teaching through evaluating them in terms of validity and reliability.   x        
9 Having the knowledge of scientific research methods and having the ability to use them in school environment and to use them in evaluating themselves both academically and individually.         x  
10 According to the field of the prospective teacher, experiencing the field-related pedagogical information and skills in school environment, and comprehending and performing the cultural and ethical responsibilities that the profession requires.   x        

 

ECTS

 

ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities Quantity Duration
(Hour) 		Total
Workload
(Hour)
Course Duration (Including the exam week: x Total course hours) 15 3 45
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) 15 2 30
Midterm Exam 1 1 1
Homework  10 5 50
Final Exam 1 2 128
Total Work Load - -  
ECTS Credit of the Course - - 5

 

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