Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
1ETI 103Oral Communication Skills I3+0+03613.07.2026
Course Details
Language of Instruction English
Level of Course Unit Bachelor's Degree
Department / Program English Translation and Interpretation
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Compulsory
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course The aim of this course is to introduce students to the basic elements of speaking and to enable them to speak the target language fluently and accurately. Students will be able to prepare and present speeches in formal and everyday use.
Course Content The main elements of speech, articulation, pronunciation, intonation, grammar, vocabulary, diction, body language, public speaking, interaction between reader and audience, stage fright, types of speech, speech and presentation preparation strategies are the keywords of the course content.
Course Methods and Techniques
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator None
Name of Lecturers Asist Prof.Dr. Alpaslan ACAR
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources Adrian Wallwork. Discussion A-Z Advanced Resource Book for Speaking Activities.
Clella Jaffe. Public Speaking: A Cultural Perspective.
Leon Fletcher. How to Design and Deliver a Speech.
Martin Bygate. Speaking.
Michael Osborn. Public Speaking.
Stephen E. Lucas. The Art of Public Speaking.
Course Notes Adrian Wallwork. Discussion A-Z Advanced Resource Book for Speaking Activities.
Clella Jaffe. Public Speaking: A Cultural Perspective.
Leon Fletcher. How to Design and Deliver a Speech.
Martin Bygate. Speaking.
Michael Osborn. Public Speaking.
Stephen E. Lucas. The Art of Public Speaking.

Course Category
Social Sciences %100

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Mid-terms 1 % 35
Assignment 1 % 25
Final examination 1 % 40
Total
3
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Duration 14 3 42
Hours for off-the-c.r.stud 2 10 20
Assignments 1 10 10
Presentation 6 10 60
Mid-terms 2 14 28
Final examination 1 20 20
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 6 180

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 After taking this course, students will be able to/ will; develop skills for expressing themselves efficiently in the target language
2 After taking this course, students will be able to/ will; improve their English communication skills
3 After taking this course, students will be able to/ will be able to present their ideas and opinions properly in a public speech.
4 After taking this course, students will be able to/ will • acknowledge the importance of grammar, pronunciation, stress, articulation, intonation, and vocabulary and employ these in their speeches
5 After taking this course, students will be able to/ will generate strategies to cope with stage fright
6 After taking this course, students will be able to/ will be familiar with the types of speeches and will be able to choose the correct one for their speech

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Introduction. Types of Communication. Communication Skills
2 Body language: facial expressions, gestures. Text-based discussions. Students’ Presentations and Opinion Papers
3 Body language: facial expressions, gestures. Text-based discussions. Students’ Presentations and Opinion Papers
4 Body language: facial expressions, gestures. Text-based discussions. Students’ Presentations and Opinion Papers
5 The importance of intonation and pronunciation in communication. Text-based discussions. Students’ Presentations and Opinion Papers
6 The importance of intonation and pronunciation in communication. Text-based discussions. Students’ Presentations and Opinion Papers
7 The importance of intonation and pronunciation in communication. Text-based discussions. Students’ Presentations and Opinion Papers
8 Midterm Exam
9 The role of diction in communication. Text-based discussions. Students’ Presentations and Opinion Papers
10 The role of diction in communication continues. Text-based discussions. Students’ Presentations and Opinion Papers
11 The role of diction in communication continues. Text-based discussions. Students’ Presentations and Opinion Papers
12 Communication ethics. Text-based discussions. Students’ Presentations and Opinion Papers
13 Communication ethics. Text-based discussions. Students’ Presentations and Opinion Papers
14 Communication ethics. Text-based discussions. Students’ Presentations and Opinion Papers
15 Communication ethics. Text-based discussions. Students’ Presentations and Opinion Papers
16 Final Exam

 
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10 P11 P12
All 5 2 2 2 3 1 4 1 1 1 5 5
C1 5 4 4 3 5 2 2 2 1 1 3 2
C2 5 4 2 3 4 2 2 2 1 2 2 1
C3 5 3 3 3 4 1 2 1 2 2 4 2
C4 5 3 4 3 3 1 2 2 2 2 3 1
C5 5 2 3 2 5 2 3 1 2 1 3 1
C6 5 4 5 2 5 4 3 1 1 3 2 1

  Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant