zsgenc@uludag.edu.tr / zsgenc@yahoo.com 0224 2942267 U.Ü, Eğitim Fakültesi, Yabancı Diller Eğitimi Bölümü, İngiliz Dili Eğitimi Anabilim Dalı, 16059- Görükle/ Bursa
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Objective of the Course:
To provide those working in the field of Health Sciences with the ability to communicate effectively in spoken English by mastering appropriate communication strategies, pronunciation and terminology.
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Contribution of the Course to Professional Development
This course aims to contribute to graduate students' competence to function in spoken English at a level compatible with today's requirements for health professionals in national and international contexts.
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Learning Outcomes:
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to equip health professionals with the necessary spoken English skills to communicate effectively and professionally. ;
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Demonstration of improved oral communication skills, including clarity, tone, and vocabulary, to effectively interact with patients, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.;
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To gain confidence and skills to deliver professional presentations in educational and professional settings, with coherence, and relevance.;
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To acquire and utilize specialized medical vocabulary and terminology accurately in conversations and discussions related to healthcare scenarios.;
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To develop the ability to engage in clear and effective communication of information, instructions, and treatment plans.;
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To enhance active listening abilities in English to better understand and accurately interpret information, and respond appropriately in healthcare settings.;
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To foster effective teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration by improving spoken English communication skills within healthcare environments. ;
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To improve fluency, pronunciation, and intonation to minimize language barriers and enhance clarity in spoken English.;
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Course Content:
Week
Theoretical
Practical
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Expansion of English vocabulary used in healthcare fields
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Expansion of English terminology used in healthcare fields
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Ability to make presentations in English in conferences and similar academic environments
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Ability to make presentations in English in conferences and similar academic environments
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Strategies and skills for reading academic field articles
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Strategies and skills for reading academic field articles
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Ability to use English effectively in classroom discussions
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Ability to use English effectively in classroom discussions
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Improving English listening skills to make academic presentations
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Improving spoken English language skills to make academic presentations
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Analysis of texts written in English in healthcare fields
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Analysis of texts written in English in healthcare fields
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Ability to use daily English in healthcare fields
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Ability to use daily English in healthcare fields
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Textbooks, References and/or Other Materials:
1. English in Medicine – Cambridge University Press 2. Professional English in Use Medicine – Cambridge University Press 3. Free Medical Journals: http://www.freemedicaljournals.com/ 4. International Journal of Medical Sciences: http://www.medsci.org/ 5. Journal of Clinical Investigation: https://www.jci.org/ 6. Short video clips about healthcare (youtube)
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Assesment
TERM LEARNING ACTIVITIES
NUMBER
PERCENT
Midterm Exam
0
0
Quiz
0
0
Homeworks, Performances
4
40
Final Exam
1
60
Total
5
100
Contribution of Term (Year) Learning Activities to Success Grade
40
Contribution of Final Exam to Success Grade
60
Total
100
Measurement and Evaluation Techniques Used in the Course
Presenatation, debate, conversation
Information
The assessment is both ongoing (formative) and final (summative).
There will be several individual presentations, group debates and a final exam for evaluating students' competence in spoken English.
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ECTS / WORK LOAD TABLE
Activites
NUMBER
TIME [Hour]
Total WorkLoad [Hour]
Theoretical
14
2
28
Practicals/Labs
0
0
0
Self Study and Preparation
0
0
0
Homeworks, Performances
4
12
48
Projects
0
0
0
Field Studies
0
0
0
Midtermexams
0
0
0
Others
0
0
0
Final Exams
1
14
14
Total WorkLoad
90
Total workload/ 30 hr
3
ECTS Credit of the Course
3
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CONTRIBUTION OF LEARNING OUTCOMES TO PROGRAMME QUALIFICATIONS
