MODERN TURKISH LITERATURES

Course Description

Writing with different alphabets from the Turkish language and dialects will be covered. Turkish folk and other community literatures are introduced. A bridge with the other Turkish communities are formed with the general devleopments in Turkish literature and literary works. Since the 19th Century, new literary types settled in the Turkish world and the role of the printing press will be discussed. In the Turkish world, Gaspıralı's slogan "Unity in langauge, work, and nation" is focused on and literary activities based on this slogan are evaluated. Commonalities in Azerbaycan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, etc. literature are evaluated. The literary atmosphere and its reflections on Turkish Folk Literature during the Soviet Era are examined with Çingiz Aytmatov, Renad Muhammedi, Anar, and Çolpan. Stories, poems, and novels are analyzed.

MODERN TURKISH LITERATURES

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Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Aytaç, Kemal (1992). Türk Lehçeleri ve Edebiyatları, Gündoğan Yay., Ankara.
2. 02 Türk Kültürünü Araştırma Enstitüsü (1998), Türk Dünyası El Kitabı, Ankara.
3. 03 Türkiye Dışındaki Türk Edebiyatları Antolojisi, TC Kültür ve Turizm Bakanlığı Yayınları.

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 To summarise the general aspects of the Soviet Era, modern Azeri, Turkmen, Ozbek literatures. SOLO 4
2. L02 To compare between different Turkish literatures. SOLO 4
3. L03 To synthesize Modern Azeri, Turkmen, Kyrgyz, Ozbek, etc. literatures on the basis of individual works. SOLO 5
4. L04 To summarize the themes covered in recent Turkish literatures. SOLO 4
5. L05 To compare the genres in which Turkish literature concentrates in prose and verse. SOLO 4
6. L06 To evaluate the sources of social and national issues developing in parallel in Turkic literatures. SOLO 5

Program Outcomes

1. P01 Demonstrate an understanding of the core subfields of psychology — including but not limited to clinical, developmental, cognitive, social, and biological/neuroscientific psychology — and their interconnections with other scientific disciplines, critically evaluating the value of a multidisciplinary approach to scientific inquiry in psychology.
2. P02 Apply scientific methods, research techniques, measurement and psychometric principles (e.g., reliability, validity, scale development/adaptation), and quantitative/statistical reasoning to investigate psychological phenomena, recognizing methodological strengths, limitations, common reasoning fallacies, and the flaws of pseudoscience.
3. P03 Employ logical, intuitive, and creative thinking to analyze psychological concepts, evaluate theories (including their historical and philosophical development), synthesize information, and solve complex problems related to cognition and behavior.
4. P04 Integrate psychological theories and findings into practical settings (e.g., business, policy, clinical/counseling contexts, and daily life), applying foundational applied skills such as interviewing, observation, and case formulation, drawing meaningful conclusions to inform individual, organizational, and societal practices.
5. P05 Describe key ethical principles in psychological research and practice, critically applying these principles to dilemmas across academic, professional, and everyday contexts.
6. P06 Recognize how individual differences (e.g., beliefs, values, backgrounds) impact behavior and relationships; use psychological knowledge to prevent or resolve intercultural and interpersonal conflicts and promote inclusive, respectful interactions.
7. P07 Exhibit self-regulation and self-awareness, demonstrating a commitment to psychological well-being, effective time management, constructive incorporation of feedback, and ongoing personal and professional development.
8. P08 Collaborate effectively in diverse teams, demonstrating responsibility, bias awareness, conflict resolution skills, and leadership in achieving collective goals.
9. P09 Communicate psychological knowledge clearly and appropriately for academic, professional, and public audiences using inclusive language, both in written and oral formats, and by accurately summarizing and presenting research findings.
10. P10 Use information and communication technologies (including AI and digital media) responsibly and effectively for research, collaboration, and the dissemination of psychological knowledge.
11. P11 Embrace lifelong learning and adaptability in response to evolving psychological knowledge and societal needs, engaging with global perspectives and demonstrating intercultural awareness.

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