ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Ders Genel Tanıtım Bilgileri

Course Code: 1313002008
Ders İsmi: Detective Novels İn English Literature
Ders Yarıyılı: Spring
Ders Kredileri:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 6
Language of instruction: EN
Ders Koşulu:
Ders İş Deneyimini Gerektiriyor mu?: No
Type of course: Department Elective
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 : Prof. Dr. Gülşen SAYIN
Course Lecturer(s):
Course Assistants:

Dersin Amaç ve İçeriği

Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to develop students' knowledge of mystery and detective fiction by introducing the important works and authors of the genre.
Course Content: examples from the mystery and detective genre.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Knows the general features and important works of mystery and detective novels.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) Can analyze mystery and detective novels using critical and analytical approaches.
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
1) Students can compare mystery and detective novels with other types of English literature and present written and oral analysis in this area.
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Ders Akış Planı

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to the Course none
2) What is detective Fiction- General Characteristics of the genre
3) Wilkie Collins- Moonstone Martin Priestman -Detective Fiction and Literature: The Figure on the Carpet
4) Wilkie Collins- Moonstone Martin Priestman -Detective Fiction and Literature: The Figure on the Carpet "Introduction to Detective Fiction" Longman Anthology Kelley& Marchino
5) Arthur Conan Doyle - A Scandal in Bohemia Martin Priestman -Detective Fiction and Literature: The Figure on the Carpet "Introduction to Detective Fiction" Longman Anthology Kelley& Marchino
6) Arthur Conan Doyle - A Scandal in Bohemia Martin Priestman -Detective Fiction and Literature: The Figure on the Carpet "Introduction to Detective Fiction" Longman Anthology Kelley& Marchino
7) Graham Greene - Brighton Rock Martin Priestman -Detective Fiction and Literature: The Figure on the Carpet "Introduction to Detective Fiction" Longman Anthology Kelley& Marchino
8) Midterms Martin Priestman -Detective Fiction and Literature: The Figure on the Carpet "Introduction to Detective Fiction" Longman Anthology Kelley& Marchino
9) Graham Greene - Brighton Rock Martin Priestman -Detective Fiction and Literature: The Figure on the Carpet "Introduction to Detective Fiction" Longman Anthology Kelley& Marchino
10) Agatha Christie - Murder on the Orient Express Martin Priestman -Detective Fiction and Literature: The Figure on the Carpet "Introduction to Detective Fiction" Longman Anthology Kelley& Marchino
11) Agatha Christie - Murder on the Orient Express Martin Priestman -Detective Fiction and Literature: The Figure on the Carpet "Introduction to Detective Fiction" Longman Anthology Kelley& Marchino
12) Edgar Allan Poe - Murders in the Rue Morgue Martin Priestman -Detective Fiction and Literature: The Figure on the Carpet "Introduction to Detective Fiction" Longman Anthology Kelley& Marchino
13) Edgar Allan Poe - Murders in the Rue Morgue Martin Priestman -Detective Fiction and Literature: The Figure on the Carpet "Introduction to Detective Fiction" Longman Anthology Kelley& Marchino
14) Carolyn Keene- Nancy Drew: The Secret of the Old Clock Martin Priestman -Detective Fiction and Literature: The Figure on the Carpet "Introduction to Detective Fiction" Longman Anthology Kelley& Marchino
15) Finals Martin Priestman -Detective Fiction and Literature: The Figure on the Carpet "Introduction to Detective Fiction" Longman Anthology Kelley& Marchino
16) Make-up Exams A Companion to The Victorian Novel - Patrick Brantlinger and William B. Thesing A Concise Companion to the Victorian Novel - Francis O’Gorman

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Martin Priestman -Detective Fiction and Literature: The Figure on the Carpet

References: "Introduction to Detective Fiction" Longman Anthology Kelley& Marchino

Ders - Program Öğrenme Kazanım İlişkisi

Ders Öğrenme Kazanımları

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Program Outcomes
1) Have basic up-to-date theoretical and applied knowledge in English language, literature and culture.
2) Have basic up-to-date theoretical and applied knowledge in literary genres, aesthetic movements, literary terminology, and concepts in English literature.
3) Have a thorough understanding and capability of analizing historical, social, cultural, economic and political backgrounds of different genres of English literature.
4) Have advanced knowledge of English language, its morphology and function in written and spoken forms, and capability of using it effectively in academic and professional environments.
5) Have theoretical and practical knowledge and ability required for the translation of various texts from English to Turkish and vice versa.
6) Have critical, creative and analytical thinking skills.
7) Develop a broad historical and cross-cultural perspective, and an unbiased and respectful attitude to both his/her own society, literature and culture and literatures of different cultures by studying English literature and culture.
8) Have upper-intermediate (B2) knowledge of another foreign language (Spanish), and be able to use it confidently in everyday life
9) Have a high ethical awareness and responsibility in personal, professional, and social life.
10) Be able to collect and interpret data to do research independently or in groups, define/solve problems in the process, and express the outcomes effectively in national, international academic, social and professional environments by using critical, creative, and analytical skills.
11) Have knowledge of using up-to-date information technologies and research methods in the field of literature, and humanities in general.
12) Be able to undertake responsibility in team work as a leader or a member.
13) Develop an appreciation and a positive attitude toward life-long learning.
14) Develop a higher awareness about universal values, such as democracy, human rights, social justice, cultural heritages, and environmental issues.

Ders - Öğrenme Kazanımı İlişkisi

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Have basic up-to-date theoretical and applied knowledge in English language, literature and culture.
2) Have basic up-to-date theoretical and applied knowledge in literary genres, aesthetic movements, literary terminology, and concepts in English literature.
3) Have a thorough understanding and capability of analizing historical, social, cultural, economic and political backgrounds of different genres of English literature.
4) Have advanced knowledge of English language, its morphology and function in written and spoken forms, and capability of using it effectively in academic and professional environments.
5) Have theoretical and practical knowledge and ability required for the translation of various texts from English to Turkish and vice versa.
6) Have critical, creative and analytical thinking skills.
7) Develop a broad historical and cross-cultural perspective, and an unbiased and respectful attitude to both his/her own society, literature and culture and literatures of different cultures by studying English literature and culture.
8) Have upper-intermediate (B2) knowledge of another foreign language (Spanish), and be able to use it confidently in everyday life
9) Have a high ethical awareness and responsibility in personal, professional, and social life.
10) Be able to collect and interpret data to do research independently or in groups, define/solve problems in the process, and express the outcomes effectively in national, international academic, social and professional environments by using critical, creative, and analytical skills.
11) Have knowledge of using up-to-date information technologies and research methods in the field of literature, and humanities in general.
12) Be able to undertake responsibility in team work as a leader or a member.
13) Develop an appreciation and a positive attitude toward life-long learning.
14) Develop a higher awareness about universal values, such as democracy, human rights, social justice, cultural heritages, and environmental issues.

Öğrenme Etkinliği ve Öğretme Yöntemleri

Anlatım
Course
Okuma
Problem Çözme

Ölçme ve Değerlendirme Yöntemleri ve Kriterleri

Yazılı Sınav (Açık uçlu sorular, çoktan seçmeli, doğru yanlış, eşleştirme, boşluk doldurma, sıralama)
Homework

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments 1 % 15
Midterms 1 % 35
Semester Final Exam 1 % 50
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
total % 100

İş Yükü ve AKTS Kredisi Hesaplaması

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 16 3 48
Study Hours Out of Class 7 8 56
Homework Assignments 4 18 72
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 180