Turkish II (121-1-1)

Instructors

Oya Topcuoglu
847/491-2402
Crowe 4-121

Meeting Info

University Library 4722: Mon, Wed, Fri 3:30PM - 4:40PM

Overview of class

Turkish 121-1, taught in the Fall Quarter, is the first quarter of second-year Turkish. The course builds on material learned in first-year Turkish by introducing additional grammar and sentence structures, by presenting new vocabulary, and by providing ample opportunities to practice and expand all skills. We will continue to use texts and audio centered around various topics as well as work with additional printed audio and video material provided by the instructor. The course overs Units 18-24 in Elementary Turkish II. Bi-weekly Turkish Language Table meetings allow students additional opportunities to practice speaking and listening skills, and further exposure to Turkish culture. The course ends with a class trip to a Turkish restaurant in Chicago where students will be able to communicate in Turkish outside of the classroom and utilize the skills they developed throughout the quarter.

Registration Requirements

Turkish 111-3 or equivalent; or instructor's consent.
Students with prior knowledge of Turkish (through using the language at home or prior classes) need to take the placement exam to be placed into the correct class.

Learning Objectives

Students completing three quarters of Turkish 121 will be able to understand and produce passages in written Turkish of medium length, understand spoken Turkish and engage in spoken discourse of medium complexity on everyday topics.

Teaching Method

Second-year Turkish uses a communicative, proficiency-oriented approach with fully integrated audiovisual media to teach modern Turkish as a living language. The instructor will use an interactive approach in the classroom, including reading, translations, listening and conversational practice as interactive small group exercises.

Evaluation Method

The final grade for the course will be based on the following criteria:
- Class participation and attendance (including Turkish Table meetings and cultural events),
- Class prep and homework assignments,
- Three short exams,
- Final project.

Class Materials (Required)

Elementary Turkish: A Complete Course for Beginners. Revised Third Edition (2015). Kurtuluş Öztopçu. Kebikeç-Yayınları Sanat Kitabevi. ISBN: 978-975-7981-40-4.
This book is no longer being published, but students may buy a used copy or the e-book. Additional materials will be provided by the instructor.

Class Notes

Full attendance and active class participation are strongly encouraged for the successful completion of the course. In addition to regular participation in class activities, it is important to complete all your homework on time.

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Pre-Req: Students must have taken or currently be enrolled in Turkish 111-3.