TLT104 Turkish Language I (Turkish Phonetics)
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Turkish language and literature, Teaching
Dženana Bračković
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
Main goal in this course is for student to understand an learn basic characteristics of Turkish phonemes, vowels and consonants. Students will be introduced with the different sound properties ans syllable structure and the most important characteristic of Turkish language, vowel and consonant harmony. After reviewing of all sound system in Turkish language, students will apply them through the introduction to nouns, pronouns, possessive suffixes and cases in Turkish language. Students will also learn about the influence of foreign languages to Turkish language.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Demir, Nurettin, Prof. Dr., Yılmaz, Emine, Prof. Dr., Türkçe Sesbilgisi, Anadolu Üniversitesi Yayını, 2011. Ekrem Čaušević, Gramatika suvremenog turskog jezika, Hrvatska sveučilišna naklada, Zagreb, 1996; Mehmet Hengirmen, Türkçe Dilbilgisi, Engin Yayınevi, Ankara 2007; Yavuz Kartallıoğlu, 'Osmanlı Türkçesi: Türkçe Kökenli Kelimelerin Yazımı' (Türkoloji El Kitabı) Yunus Emre Enstitüsü, Ankara 2020.
Additional Literature
Korkmaz, Z., Türkiye Türkçesi Grameri - Şekil Bilgisi, TDK, Ankara 2017. Banguoğlu, T., Türkçenin Grameri, TDK, Ankara 2015. Lewis. G.J., Turkish Grammar, Oxford 1976. Bakšić, S., Ćatović, A., Ertanır, E., Vrijeme je za turski - Şimdi Türkçe Zamanı, Fono Yayınları, İstanbul 2011.Teaching Methods
Presentation and class discussions with examples
Lectures
Question Answer
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Turkic and Turkish language: characteristics, short history; characteristics of Altay langages; | Čaušević (Introduction); |
| 2 | Alphabets of Turkic and Turkish Language; Alphabets of Ottoman and Modern Turkish; periods of their use; | Demir-Yılmaz (Chapter 1), Kartallıoğlu ( Chapter 1) |
| 3 | Phonology and phonetics - definition of general terms. Vowels and consonants in Turkish language – classification | Demir-Yılmaz (Chapter 1), Čaušević (Chapter 2); |
| 4 | Sound propperities, syllabe structure in Turkish language: melody, pause, tone, accent, long syllabe | Demir-Yılmaz (Chapter 3), Čaušević (Chapter 1), Hengirmen (Chapter 1); |
| 5 | Hiatus, diphtong, sincope, crase, elision; examples; | Čaušević (Chapter 1) |
| 6 | Vowel and consonant harmony, characteristics in Turkish and non Turkish words, exceptions; | Demir-Yılmaz (Chapter 4), Čaušević (Chapter 1); |
| 7 | Review / Quiz 1 | Čaušević; Hengirmen; |
| 8 | MID-TERM Exam | |
| 9 | Nouns and pronouns: possessive pronouns and possessive suffixes; examples; | Čaušević (Chapter 2), Hengirmen (Chapter 2); |
| 10 | Locative, dative, ablative, accusative cases: structure, meaning and usage with examples; | Čaušević (Chapter 2), Hengirmen (Chapter 2); |
| 11 | Secondary cases: instrumental and relative-equative; genitive and genitive phrases; examples; | Čaušević (Chapter 2), Hengirmen (Chapter 2); |
| 12 | Predicates "var" and "yok" (question-answer forms); usage in the sentence; | Čaušević (Chapter 2), Hengirmen (Chapter 2); |
| 13 | Present form of "to be" verb in Turkish; sentence examples; | Čaušević (191p); Hengirmen (240p); |
| 14 | Perfect form of "to be" verb in Turkish; sentence examples; | Čaušević (191p); Hengirmen (240p); |
| 15 | Review / Quiz 2 | Čaušević; Hengirmen; |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLT104.1 | Course | Wednesday 15:00 - 17:50 | B F1.17 | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:00 - 14:00 | B F1.15 | |
| Wednesday | 13:00 - 15:00 | B F1.15 | |
| Thursday | 11:00 - 13:00 | B F1.15 |
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
Quizzes
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
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)
Active Tutorials
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Midterm exam study
10 hours ⏳ (1 week × 10 h)
Final Exam study
20 hours ⏳ (1 week × 20 h)
Home study
30 hours ⏳ (15 week × 2 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 [TLT104] 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.
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| TLT104 | Turkish Language I (Turkish Phonetics) | 2 | 1 | 6 | Wednesday, 15:00 - 17:50 | |||||
| Prerequisite | None | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Dženana Bračković | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Tuesday: 12:00-14:00 Wednesday: 13:00-15:00 Thursday: 11:00-13:00 |
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| dzbrackovic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | Main goal in this course is for student to understand an learn basic characteristics of Turkish phonemes, vowels and consonants. Students will be introduced with the different sound properties ans syllable structure and the most important characteristic of Turkish language, vowel and consonant harmony. After reviewing of all sound system in Turkish language, students will apply them through the introduction to nouns, pronouns, possessive suffixes and cases in Turkish language. Students will also learn about the influence of foreign languages to Turkish language. | |||||||||
| Textbook | Demir, Nurettin, Prof. Dr., Yılmaz, Emine, Prof. Dr., Türkçe Sesbilgisi, Anadolu Üniversitesi Yayını, 2011. Ekrem Čaušević, Gramatika suvremenog turskog jezika, Hrvatska sveučilišna naklada, Zagreb, 1996; Mehmet Hengirmen, Türkçe Dilbilgisi, Engin Yayınevi, Ankara 2007; Yavuz Kartallıoğlu, 'Osmanlı Türkçesi: Türkçe Kökenli Kelimelerin Yazımı' (Türkoloji El Kitabı) Yunus Emre Enstitüsü, Ankara 2020. | |||||||||
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Presentation and class discussions with examples. Lectures. Question Answer. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction to Turkic and Turkish language: characteristics, short history; characteristics of Altay langages; | Čaušević (Introduction); | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Alphabets of Turkic and Turkish Language; Alphabets of Ottoman and Modern Turkish; periods of their use; | Demir-Yılmaz (Chapter 1), Kartallıoğlu ( Chapter 1) | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Phonology and phonetics - definition of general terms. Vowels and consonants in Turkish language – classification | Demir-Yılmaz (Chapter 1), Čaušević (Chapter 2); | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Sound propperities, syllabe structure in Turkish language: melody, pause, tone, accent, long syllabe | Demir-Yılmaz (Chapter 3), Čaušević (Chapter 1), Hengirmen (Chapter 1); | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Hiatus, diphtong, sincope, crase, elision; examples; | Čaušević (Chapter 1) | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Vowel and consonant harmony, characteristics in Turkish and non Turkish words, exceptions; | Demir-Yılmaz (Chapter 4), Čaušević (Chapter 1); | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Review / Quiz 1 | Čaušević; Hengirmen; | ||||||||
| Week 8 | MID-TERM Exam | |||||||||
| Week 9 | Nouns and pronouns: possessive pronouns and possessive suffixes; examples; | Čaušević (Chapter 2), Hengirmen (Chapter 2); | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Locative, dative, ablative, accusative cases: structure, meaning and usage with examples; | Čaušević (Chapter 2), Hengirmen (Chapter 2); | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Secondary cases: instrumental and relative-equative; genitive and genitive phrases; examples; | Čaušević (Chapter 2), Hengirmen (Chapter 2); | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Predicates "var" and "yok" (question-answer forms); usage in the sentence; | Čaušević (Chapter 2), Hengirmen (Chapter 2); | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Present form of "to be" verb in Turkish; sentence examples; | Čaušević (191p); Hengirmen (240p); | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Perfect form of "to be" verb in Turkish; sentence examples; | Čaušević (191p); Hengirmen (240p); | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Review / Quiz 2 | Čaušević; Hengirmen; | ||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm exam | 1 | 30 | 1,2,3 | Not Allowed | |
| Quizzes | 2 | 30 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 3 | 15 | 45 | Active Tutorials | 3 | 15 | 45 | |||
| Midterm exam study | 10 | 1 | 10 | |||||||
| Final Exam study | 20 | 1 | 20 | Home study | 2 | 15 | 30 | |||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 23/09/2025 | |||||||||