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Questions and Answers
Which activity requires students to demonstrate their understanding of a topic through a presentation?
Which activity requires students to demonstrate their understanding of a topic through a presentation?
- Reading from the 100 Book List
- Preparation of a 3-minute Power-Point Presentation (correct)
- Attendance monitoring
- Taking an interview in the class
What is the primary focus of the final exam mentioned in the context?
What is the primary focus of the final exam mentioned in the context?
- Examination of knowledge on the literary works (correct)
- Attendance
- Participation in class discussions
- Presentation skills
Who is one of the authors listed in the Turkish literature section?
Who is one of the authors listed in the Turkish literature section?
- Ahmet Hamdi Tanpınar
- Elif Shafak
- Orhan Kemal (correct)
- Kemal Tahir
What is the significance of attendance in the context provided?
What is the significance of attendance in the context provided?
What literary work is associated with Sait Faik Abasıyanık?
What literary work is associated with Sait Faik Abasıyanık?
Which work is associated with ethical and philosophical themes in Turkish literature?
Which work is associated with ethical and philosophical themes in Turkish literature?
Which author is known for their contributions to the Turkish short story genre?
Which author is known for their contributions to the Turkish short story genre?
Which of the following is a collection of folk tales contributing to Turkish cultural heritage?
Which of the following is a collection of folk tales contributing to Turkish cultural heritage?
Which literary work incorporates Sufi themes and spiritual exploration?
Which literary work incorporates Sufi themes and spiritual exploration?
Which of the following authors is recognized for social commentary in their works?
Which of the following authors is recognized for social commentary in their works?
Which author is known for their work 'Çalıkuşu'?
Which author is known for their work 'Çalıkuşu'?
Who wrote 'Savaş ve Barış', a classic novel turned into multiple adaptations?
Who wrote 'Savaş ve Barış', a classic novel turned into multiple adaptations?
Which writer is recognized for their contributions to Turkish narrative through the book 'Sinekli Bakkal'?
Which writer is recognized for their contributions to Turkish narrative through the book 'Sinekli Bakkal'?
What is the main theme of 'Dokuzuncu Hariye Koğuşu' by Peyami Safa?
What is the main theme of 'Dokuzuncu Hariye Koğuşu' by Peyami Safa?
'Faust', a significant literary work discussed in this content, was authored by which playwright?
'Faust', a significant literary work discussed in this content, was authored by which playwright?
Which of the following works is authored by Jack London?
Which of the following works is authored by Jack London?
Which author is associated with the novel 'Anadolu Notları'?
Which author is associated with the novel 'Anadolu Notları'?
Who is the author of the existential novel 'Suç ve Ceza'?
Who is the author of the existential novel 'Suç ve Ceza'?
In which narrative does the character Don Quixote appear?
In which narrative does the character Don Quixote appear?
Which work is a compilation of Turkish fairy tales authored by Salah Birsel?
Which work is a compilation of Turkish fairy tales authored by Salah Birsel?
Flashcards
Atatürk's Speech (Nutuk)
Atatürk's Speech (Nutuk)
A famous speech by Mustafa Kemal Atatürk.
Kutadgu Bilig's Selections
Kutadgu Bilig's Selections
Selected works from the book Kutadgu Bilig.
Dede Korkut Stories
Dede Korkut Stories
A compilation of Turkish folk tales.
Yunus Emre's Poems
Yunus Emre's Poems
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Mevlana's Poems (Mesnevi)
Mevlana's Poems (Mesnevi)
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PowerPoint Presentation
PowerPoint Presentation
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Class Interview
Class Interview
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Attendance
Attendance
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Final Exam Weighting
Final Exam Weighting
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Exam Date
Exam Date
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Ahmet Rasim, Şehir Mektupları
Ahmet Rasim, Şehir Mektupları
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Ahmet Hikmet Müftüoğlu, Çağlayanlar
Ahmet Hikmet Müftüoğlu, Çağlayanlar
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Ömer Seyfettin, Hikayelerden Seçmeler
Ömer Seyfettin, Hikayelerden Seçmeler
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Mehmet Akif Ersoy, Safahat
Mehmet Akif Ersoy, Safahat
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Ahmet Haşim, Bize Göre
Ahmet Haşim, Bize Göre
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Yahya Kemal Bayatlı, Eğil Dağlar
Yahya Kemal Bayatlı, Eğil Dağlar
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Abdulhak Şinasi Hisar, Boğaziçi Mehtapları
Abdulhak Şinasi Hisar, Boğaziçi Mehtapları
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Yakup Kadri Karaosmanoğlu, Kiralık Konak
Yakup Kadri Karaosmanoğlu, Kiralık Konak
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Refik Halit Karay, Memleket Hikayeleri
Refik Halit Karay, Memleket Hikayeleri
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Halide Edip Adıvar, Sinekli Bakkal
Halide Edip Adıvar, Sinekli Bakkal
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Study Notes
Course Grading
- Midterm Exam: 20%
- Homework: 30%
- Writing resume, cover letter, thank you letter (Turkish and English)
- 3-minute PowerPoint presentation and presentation in class
- Interview in class
- Attendance is important
- Final Exam: 50%
100 Book List from MEB
- Lists 100 books from the Turkish Ministry of National Education (MEB)
- Categories include Turkish Literature and World Literature
Human/Education/Engineer
- Questions related to the meaning of human life, education, and the role of an engineer
- Concepts discussed include maturity, knowledge, language, responsibility, innovation, invention, entrepreneurship, design, purpose of education, duty of the teacher, man and animal, Erasmus, Mevlana, Farabi.
Purpose of Education
- Yunus Emre perspective on Education/Diploma/Knowing yourself
- What is learning?
- Duty of instructor/teacher?
Being a Man
- Three-Part (3T) definition of being a man
- Self-acceptance/admiration, body, concepts of truth
- Quotes from Ivan Ilyich, Chinese proverb
Codes of True and Healthy Life
- Discussion of principles for a fulfilling life
Man and Animals
- Man's characteristics: education, career planning, skill development, expanding horizons, moral principles, artistic expression, changing environment, questioning beliefs, recognizing mortality, seeking life's meaning.
- Man's use of knowledge from previous times and people like Atatürk
Meaning of Life
- Visual depiction of the concept showing evolution and the pursuit of survival and reproduction
Daddy, where is life learned?
- Life lessons are not taught at school but through experiences.
- Quotes from Allen Wheelis ("The Listener") and others about the search for meaning
Education/Engineer
- Information age - reason and science (knowledge-based society)
- Easy access to knowledge
- Modern educational systems (information loading, memorization, tests)
- Ideal characteristics for education in the 21st century
- Importance of engineering skills (imagination, creativity, innovation, adaptability).
- Discussion of engineer as designer, engine of change.
- Turkey's need for more projects
- Apple example: cost and sales ($200 cost, 2016 sales, $1T problems)
How should the education be?
- Skills required for information interpretation and application
- Critical thinking (doubted, looking with suspicion, questioning, and asking questions)
- Learning to learn, applying knowledge
- Analytical/creative thinking
- Independent thinking, decision-making
- Responsibility, flexibility, good socialization skills
Education is your responsibility
- Self-improvement (differentiate yourself)
- Learning English and participating in programs (Erasmus, Farabi, Mevlana, internships, volunteer activities, etc.)
- The importance of education - today's actions affect future outcomes (English, math, etc).
- Self-determined life & opportunity
Abraham Maslow
- A quote by Maslow on the importance of living up to your potential to achieve fulfillment and the importance of reaching your full potential for a happy life.
JUST DO - Benedict Cumberbatch
- Advice on overcoming obstacles and achieving goals
- Focus on action and moving forward
Life wants you to actualize/realize/fulfill yourself.
- Life's purpose is self-actualization
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