Oriental languages and civilizations

Knowledge and understanding: The course aims to introduce students to the study of the modern Turkish language through the analysis of the main phonetic, grammatical and morphological structures, promoting, at the same time, the acquisition of the basic vocabulary. The course proposes a full competence in communication strategies and not only a linear assimilation of grammatical knowledge. Furthermore, the course will introduce students to the study of modern Turkish literature, taking into account the complex relationships between history and culture to better frame the study of Turkish literature in broader social, political and cultural contexts. Applying knowledge and understanding: students will gain a knowledge of the basic phonetic, grammatical and morphological structures of the modern Turkish language and the ability to effectively communicate in written and oral form on simple and familiar topics, even in settings other than the classroom. Students will acquire a full competence in communication strategies and not only a linear assimilation of grammatical knowledge. Students will also acquire a basic knowledge of Turkish culture and literature, while developing their own critical and analytical tools suitable for understanding different texts and contexts. Making judgements: students will be able to analyze critically the knowledge they have acquired and formulate their own judgments. These skills will be built up also through promoting independent and collaborative learning activities such as self- direct learning, written texts, Problem Based Learning (PBS). Communication skills: students will learn how to express their ideas clearly and adequately and how to communicate effectively what has been learned both in written and oral form. These skills will be enhanced by promoting collaborative learning activities such as Think-Pair-Share (TPS), small conversation and discussion groups, simulations, peer reading and peer editing. Learning skills: students will learn how to study in a self-directed and autonomous way, understand their shortcomings and conceive and develop a self-learning project within a set time limit. These skills will be enhanced by activities such as flipped classroom, self-evaluation exercises and written productions.