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Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code:

UNI396

Course Name:

Turkish Cinema

Semester:

Spring
Fall

Course Credits:

ECTS

Language of instruction:

English

Course Condition:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

University Elective

Course Level:

Bachelor

TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:First Cycle

EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

E-Learning

Course Coordinator:

Dr. Öğr. Üy. MUSTAFA ALGÜL

Course Lecturer(s):

Asst. Prof. Dr. Mustafa Algül

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:	In this course, where the development of Turkish Cinema throughout history is explained, it is aimed for students to understand and interpret today's cinema by revealing the historical background and foundations of the films they watch today.
Course Content:	This is a course in which the historical development of Turkish Cinema since its emergence is examined, the phases it has gone through depending on technological, social and political developments are explained, and the changes that have occurred in the language and narrative of cinema are revealed by examining various cinema movements that have emerged.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Describe the general characteristics of Turkish cinema from its beginnings to the present.
2) Recall information about the beginning of cinema in Turkey.
3) Recall information about the period of Theater, Transition and Filmmakers.
4) Recall the Yeşilçam period, film production processes and the functioning of the industry.
5) Comment on the prominent directors and their films from its beginnings to the present.
6) Comment on the social conditions that have affected Turkish cinema from its beginnings to the present.
7) Relate the socio-cultural conditions in the country from its beginnings to the present to the country's cinema.

Course Flow Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)
1)	First Film Studies in Türkiye, Early Turkish Cinema
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2)	Early Republican Cinema, Theatre Period, Cinema of Muhsin Ertuğrul
3)	Transition Period in Turkish Cinema, 40s, New Filmmakers
4)	Filmmakers Period, 50s, Development of the Film Industry
5)	Filmmakers Period, 60s, Golden Age of Yeşilçam, Cinematic Developments
6)	Film Production Conditions in Yeşilçam, Important Directors and Their Films
7)	Movements, Genres and Trends in Yeşilçam Cinema
8)	Midterm Exam
9)	Contrast Period in Turkish Cinema, 70s, Important Directors and Films
10)	Demise of Yeşilçam, 80s, Comedy Films, Arabesque Films, Women's Films
11)	Reborn of Turkish Cinema, a General Look at the 90s
12)	A General Look at the 2000s in Turkish Cinema
13)	A General Look at the 2010s in Turkish Cinema
14)	Evaluation week
15)	final exam
16)	final exam

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Scognamillo, Giovanni. Türk Sinema Tarihi, (2010). 3. Baskı, İstanbul: Kabalcı Yayınevi Hakan, Fikret. Türk Sinema Tarihi, (2010). İstanbul: İnkılap Kitabevi
References:	Scognamillo, Giovanni. Türk Sinema Tarihi, (2010). 3. Baskı, İstanbul: Kabalcı Yayınevi Hakan, Fikret. Türk Sinema Tarihi, (2010). İstanbul: İnkılap Kitabevi

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5	6	7
Program Outcomes
1) Identify and describe the foundations and characteristics of both traditional and new media.
2) Critically engage in and apply media studies scholarship.
3) Develop new/digital media literacy competencies and critically analyze new/digital media contents.
4) Develop technical skills in both traditional and digital media production.
5) Produce media contents which are sensitive to and respect cultural diversity.
6) Demonstrate creative writing skills in various writing genres, including both writing for and about the media.
7) Develop computer skills and use software applications related to new/digital media design and production.
8) Work effectively as an individual and a part of a team, acting responsibly and respectfully to complete various types of creative projects.
9) Demonstrate skills in mentorship, leadership, management, and entrepreneurship in the media sector.
10) Develop a “signature work” and engage in local and/or international media sectors and non-profit organizations.
11) Acquire foreign language skills to effectively communicate and work in international and cross-cultural settings.
12) Acquire interpersonal skills and effectively communicate in professional settings.
13) Identify the structures, trends, technological developments and issues related to new media and carry out artistic and creative activities and projects that correspond to social needs.
14) Conduct media practice within national and international legal frameworks.
15) Become responsible media practitioners by adhering to media ethics and principles of democracy and human rights.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Average	3 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Identify and describe the foundations and characteristics of both traditional and new media.	1
2)	Critically engage in and apply media studies scholarship.	2
3)	Develop new/digital media literacy competencies and critically analyze new/digital media contents.	2
4)	Develop technical skills in both traditional and digital media production.	2
5)	Produce media contents which are sensitive to and respect cultural diversity.	2
6)	Demonstrate creative writing skills in various writing genres, including both writing for and about the media.	2
7)	Develop computer skills and use software applications related to new/digital media design and production.	2
8)	Work effectively as an individual and a part of a team, acting responsibly and respectfully to complete various types of creative projects.	2
9)	Demonstrate skills in mentorship, leadership, management, and entrepreneurship in the media sector.	2
10)	Develop a “signature work” and engage in local and/or international media sectors and non-profit organizations.	2
11)	Acquire foreign language skills to effectively communicate and work in international and cross-cultural settings.	2
12)	Acquire interpersonal skills and effectively communicate in professional settings.	2
13)	Identify the structures, trends, technological developments and issues related to new media and carry out artistic and creative activities and projects that correspond to social needs.	2
14)	Conduct media practice within national and international legal frameworks.	2
15)	Become responsible media practitioners by adhering to media ethics and principles of democracy and human rights.	2

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments	2	% 10
Midterms	1	% 30
Final	1	% 60
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 60
total		% 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities	Number of Activities	Preparation for the Activity	Spent for the Activity Itself	Completing the Activity Requirements	Workload
Course Hours	14	1	2		42
Study Hours Out of Class	2	4	4		16
Presentations / Seminar	2	3	3		12
Project	1	4			4
Homework Assignments	3	4	4		24
Quizzes	2	4	4		16
Midterms	2	4	4		16
Final	2	4	4		16
Total Workload					146