Introduction to Communication

Course Code:

COMM 101

Course Period:

Autumn

Course Type:

Core

P:

3

Lab:

0

Credits:

3

ECTS:

5

Course Language:

Turkish

Course Coordinator:

Kaan TAŞBAŞI

Courses given by:

Kaan TAŞBAŞI

Nadirabegim ESKİÇORAPÇI

Course Objectives:

This course aims to explain the concepts, terms, theories and principles of human communication. It examines the interpersonal communication, group communication, mass communication, and organizational communication in the light of basic concepts and theories. The aim of this course in providing a student with a thorough understanding of the concepts, theories and terminology related to communication, and their uses in practice.

Course Content:

The course includes the following topics: definition of communication, cultural dimensions of communication, elements of the communication process, types of communication, and basic communication models.

Course Methodology:

1: Lecture, 2: Interactive lecture, 6: Case Study, 7: Brainstorming, 9: Demonstration

Course Evaluation Methods:

A: Testing, B: Oral Exam/ Presentation

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Course Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes	Program Learning Outcomes	Teaching Methods	Assessment Methods
1) Define the concept of communication.	1, 2, 6	1, 2, 7	A, B
2) Analyze and compare basic communication models.	1, 2, 3	1, 2, 6, 7, 9	A, B
3) Understand the importance of communication.	1, 2, 3	1, 2, 7	A, B
4) Recognize the types of communication.	1, 2, 3, 5, 9	1, 2, 6, 7	A, B

Course Flow

COURSE CONTENT
Week	Topics	Study Materials
1	Introduction: Objectives of the course, lecture outline, definition of communication
2	Introduction to Communication Process: Basic concepts, historical background, communication-culture-nature relationship	Burton&Dimbleby, Chpt. 1
3	Dimensions of Communication: Intrapersonal Communication, Interpersonal Communication, Group Communication, Mass Communication	Burton&Dimbleby, Chpt. 1
4	Communication as a Process: Messages and Functions	Burton&Dimbleby, Chpt. 1
5	Meaning in Communication Processes: Codes and Semiotics	Burton&Dimbleby, Chpt. 1
6	Analyzing the Communication Process: Models of Communication	Burton&Dimbleby, Chpt. 1
7	Interpersonal Communication 1: Types of Interpersonal Communication	Burton&Dimbleby, Chpt. 2
8	Midterm Exam
9	Interpersonal Communication: Verbal and Non verbal Communication	Burton&Dimbleby, Chpt. 2
10	Group Communication 1: The concept of group, types of group, belonging to the group	Burton&Dimbleby, Chpt. 3
11	Group Communication 1: Group formation, group norms, group communication	Burton&Dimbleby, Chpt. 3
12	Organizational Communication: Distinguishing characteristics of organizations, Internal communication processes	Burton&Dimbleby, Chpt. 4
13	Mass Communication: Nature of the mass and mass communication	Burton&Dimbleby, Chpt. 5
14	The Future of Communication and Society, Quo Vadis ?: History, moment, and debates about the future	Burton&Dimbleby, Chpt. 6
15	Course review	Burton&Dimbleby, Chpt. 6
16	Final Exam

Recommended Sources

RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Textbook	Dimbleby, R., Burton, G.(2007). More Than Words: An Introduction to Communication (4th ed.), London: Routledge.
Additional Resources

Material Sharing

MATERIAL SHARING
Documents	coadsys.yeditepe.edu.tr/
Assignments
Exams

Assessment

ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES	NUMBER	PERCENTAGE
Midterm	1	80
Oral exam / Presentation	4	20
Total		100
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade	1	50
Contribution of In-Term Studies to Overall Grade	1	50
Total		100

Course’s Contribution to Program

COURSE CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
No	Program Learning Outcomes	Contribution
No	Program Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
1	Defines basic concepts, theories, methods, and domains of study specific to radio, television and cinema by associating them with the findings and theories of humanities and social sciences.					X
2	Demonstrates the responsibilities, effective participation, coordination, and planning skills essential for harmonious and efficient teamwork in the production processes relative to the radio, television and cinema fields.				X
3	Generates media products in accordance with professional standards in various narrative forms and genres specific to the field by synthesizing up-to-date knowledge and skills for expertise acquired through applied and theoretical courses.			X
4	Manifests professional knowledge and such skills as copywriting, image management, editing, sound design, producing and directing, media management in different fields of radio, television and cinema locally and globally.	X
5	Holds responsibility in broadcasting by integrating national and international rules of law that media professionals should pursue with professional ethical principles.			X
6	Comprehends the knowledge and skills related to institutional operation and management in the production and broadcasting processes of radio, television and cinema for the common interest.			X
7	Evaluates radio, television and cinema fields analytically and critically from their institutional structuring to products regarding a wide range of cultural, artistic, economic, and social relations.					X
8	Has the ability to collect visual, audio and written data, conduct research, evaluate, report and offer creative solutions in the fields of radio, television and cinema.			X
9	Develops original projects for radio, television and cinema by following new technologies, developments, and ideas in the fields of art, culture, and media at the national and global planes.				X

ECTS

ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities	Quantity	Duration (Hour)	Total Workload (Hour)
Course Duration	14	3	42
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice)	14	3	42
Mid-terms	1	3	3
Oral exam / Presentation	4	8	32
Final examination	1	3	3
Total Work Load			122
Total Work Load / 25 (h)			4,88
ECTS Credit of the Course			5

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