TLT312 Ottoman Turkish
TLT312 Ottoman Turkish
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Turkish language and literature, Teaching
Dženana Bračković
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
The general outcomes of the course are as follows: Learning the Ottoman Turkish alphabet and grammar. Reading Ottoman Turkish texts written in the 20th century. Translating Ottoman Turkish texts into Latin letters.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Develi, H. Osmanlı Türkçesi Kılavuzu I, Kesit Yayınları
Additional Literature
* Tulum, M. (-). Osmanlı Türkçesine Giriş. Anadolu Üniversitesi Yayınları. * Öztoprak, N. ve Ahıshalı, R. (2011). Osmanlı Türkçesi I. Anadolu Üniversitesi Yayınları.Teaching Methods
Class discussions with examples
Active practice sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress
Speaking activities and practical assignments
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Ottoman Turkish course. | |
| 2 | Learning the Ottoman Turkish alphabet. | |
| 3 | Learning the Ottoman Turkish alphabet. | |
| 4 | Learning to combine letters into words. | |
| 5 | Ottoman Turkish grammar rules. | |
| 6 | Reading simple sentences written in Ottoman Turkish. | |
| 7 | Reading Ottoman texts written in the 20th century. | |
| 8 | Reading Ottoman texts written in the 20th century. | |
| 9 | MID-TERM Exam | |
| 10 | Reading Ottoman texts written in the 20th century. | |
| 11 | Reading Ottoman texts written in the 20th century. | |
| 12 | Reading Ottoman texts written in the 20th century. | |
| 13 | Reading Ottoman texts written in the 20th century. | |
| 14 | Reading Ottoman texts written in the 20th century. | |
| 15 | Translating Ottoman Turkish texts into Latin letters. |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLT312.1 | Course | Friday 15:00 - 17:50 | A F1.23 | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Midterm Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Quizzes
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Midterm exam study
20 hours ⏳ (1 week × 20 h)
Final Exam study
25 hours ⏳ (1 week × 25 h)
Home study
15 hours ⏳ (15 week × 1 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [TLT312] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Feb 02, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| TLT312 | Ottoman Turkish | 2 | 1 | 6 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | None | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Dženana Bračković | Office Hours / Room / Phone | ||||||||
| dzbrackovic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | The general outcomes of the course are as follows: Learning the Ottoman Turkish alphabet and grammar. Reading Ottoman Turkish texts written in the 20th century. Translating Ottoman Turkish texts into Latin letters. | |||||||||
| Textbook | Develi, H. Osmanlı Türkçesi Kılavuzu I, Kesit Yayınları | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
| Teaching Methods | Class discussions with examples. Active practice sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress. Speaking activities and practical assignments. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction to Ottoman Turkish course. | |||||||||
| Week 2 | Learning the Ottoman Turkish alphabet. | |||||||||
| Week 3 | Learning the Ottoman Turkish alphabet. | |||||||||
| Week 4 | Learning to combine letters into words. | |||||||||
| Week 5 | Ottoman Turkish grammar rules. | |||||||||
| Week 6 | Reading simple sentences written in Ottoman Turkish. | |||||||||
| Week 7 | Reading Ottoman texts written in the 20th century. | |||||||||
| Week 8 | Reading Ottoman texts written in the 20th century. | |||||||||
| Week 9 | MID-TERM Exam | |||||||||
| Week 10 | Reading Ottoman texts written in the 20th century. | |||||||||
| Week 11 | Reading Ottoman texts written in the 20th century. | |||||||||
| Week 12 | Reading Ottoman texts written in the 20th century. | |||||||||
| Week 13 | Reading Ottoman texts written in the 20th century. | |||||||||
| Week 14 | Reading Ottoman texts written in the 20th century. | |||||||||
| Week 15 | Translating Ottoman Turkish texts into Latin letters. | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 50 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 50 | 1,2,3 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 3 | 15 | 45 | Quizzes | 3 | 15 | 45 | |||
| Midterm exam study | 20 | 1 | 20 | Final Exam study | 25 | 1 | 25 | |||
| Home study | 1 | 15 | 15 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 26/02/2026 | |||||||||