COURSE UNIT TITLE

Offered By

Linguistics

Level of Course Unit

First Cycle Programmes (Bachelor's Degree)

Course Coordinator

PROFESSOR DOCTOR BURCU ILKAY KARAMAN

Offered to

Linguistics

Course Objective

The objective of the course is to provide knowledge on lexeme as the most fundamental item of language as a system. In this context, theoretical issues in lexicology will be touched upon. Furthermore, attention will be drawn to the interrelatedness of lexemes, to the structure of the mental lexicon, to paradigmatic and syntagmatic structures, and their systematic and dynamic character. Also, information will be provided on lexicology in relation to sub-disciplines in linguistics.

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

Mode of Delivery

Face -to- Face

Prerequisites and Co-requisites

None

Recomended Optional Programme Components

None

Course Contents

Recomended or Required Reading

1. Aksan, Doğan (1990) Her Yönüyle Dil Ana Çizgileriyle Dilbilim 3. Atatürk Kültür, Dil ve Tarih Yüksek Kurumu, Türk Dil Kurumu Yayınları: 439/3. Ankara: Türk Tarih Kurumu Basımevi.
2. Jackson, Howard & Zé Amvela, Etienne (2000) Words, Meaning and Vocabulary: An Introduction to Modern English Lexicology. London & New York: Cassell.
3. Lutzeier, Peter R. (1995) Lexikologie: Ein Arbeitsbuch. Tübingen: Stauffenburg Verlag.

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

1. Lectures
2. Presentations
3. Discussions

Assessment Methods

Further Notes About Assessment Methods

1. Mid-term exam
2. Final exam

Assessment Criteria

1. Learning outcomes 1-7 will be evaluated through mid-term and final examinations.

Language of Instruction

Turkish

Course Policies and Rules

1- Class attendance of 70% is obligatory.
2- Absence from classes will not be considered as an excuse for the late submission of assignments/projects.
3- Copying and plagiarising in assignments and during exams will be evaluated with a 0 (zero) grade.

Contact Details for the Lecturer(s)

burcu.karaman@deu.edu.tr

Office Hours

By appointment

Work Placement(s)

None

Workload Calculation

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes