TLT212 Introduction to Turkish Literature
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Turkish language and literature, Teaching
Dženana Bračković
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
The aim of this course is to teach the basic knowledge and concepts of Turkish literature. The student learns syllable meter and aruz meter. Learns about folk poetry, Divan poetry and modern poetry. Reads stories and novels from modern Turkish literature. Gains knowledge about literary arts and literary movements.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Elbir, B. (2022). Edebiyat Bilgi ve Kuramları. Pegem Akademi Yayınları. Dilçin, Cem. Örneklerle Türk Şiir Bilgisi; Edebiyat Bilgileri Sözlüğü;
Additional Literature
Tekin, Mehmet. Roman Sanatı; Yetkin, Suut Kemal. Edebiyatta Akımlar.Teaching Methods
Class discussions with examples
Active practice sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress
Speaking and writing activities and practical assignments
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to the course. | |
| 2 | The relationship between literature and other arts and societ | |
| 3 | Periods in Turkish Literature: Pre-Islamic | |
| 4 | Periods in Turkish Literature: The Islamic Period | |
| 5 | Periods in Turkish Literature: Literature Under Western Influence | |
| 6 | Poetry Information: Types of Poetry | |
| 7 | Poetry Information: Rhyme-Redif | |
| 8 | Poetry Information: Hece and Aruz | |
| 9 | MID-TERM Exam | |
| 10 | Rhetorical devices- | |
| 11 | Rhetorical devices- | |
| 12 | Rhetorical devices- | |
| 13 | Text Reading | |
| 14 | Text Reading | |
| 15 | General Review |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLT212.1 | Course | Friday 13:00 - 15:50 | B F2.1 | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 13:00 - 15:00 | B F2.3A | confirm before coming |
| Friday | 11:00 - 12:00 | B F2.3A | confirm before coming |
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)
Assignments
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Midterm exam study
15 hours ⏳ (1 week × 15 h)
Final Exam study
15 hours ⏳ (1 week × 15 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 [TLT212] 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 | |||||||||
| TLT212 | Introduction to Turkish Literature | 2 | 1 | 6 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | None | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Dženana Bračković | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Tuesday: 13:00-15:00 confirm before coming Friday: 11:00-12:00 confirm before coming |
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| dzbrackovic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | The aim of this course is to teach the basic knowledge and concepts of Turkish literature. The student learns syllable meter and aruz meter. Learns about folk poetry, Divan poetry and modern poetry. Reads stories and novels from modern Turkish literature. Gains knowledge about literary arts and literary movements. | |||||||||
| Textbook | Elbir, B. (2022). Edebiyat Bilgi ve Kuramları. Pegem Akademi Yayınları. Dilçin, Cem. Örneklerle Türk Şiir Bilgisi; Edebiyat Bilgileri Sözlüğü; | |||||||||
| 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 and writing activities and practical assignments. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction to the course. | |||||||||
| Week 2 | The relationship between literature and other arts and societ | |||||||||
| Week 3 | Periods in Turkish Literature: Pre-Islamic | |||||||||
| Week 4 | Periods in Turkish Literature: The Islamic Period | |||||||||
| Week 5 | Periods in Turkish Literature: Literature Under Western Influence | |||||||||
| Week 6 | Poetry Information: Types of Poetry | |||||||||
| Week 7 | Poetry Information: Rhyme-Redif | |||||||||
| Week 8 | Poetry Information: Hece and Aruz | |||||||||
| Week 9 | MID-TERM Exam | |||||||||
| Week 10 | Rhetorical devices- | |||||||||
| Week 11 | Rhetorical devices- | |||||||||
| Week 12 | Rhetorical devices- | |||||||||
| Week 13 | Text Reading | |||||||||
| Week 14 | Text Reading | |||||||||
| Week 15 | General Review | |||||||||
| 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 | Assignments | 3 | 15 | 45 | |||
| Midterm exam study | 15 | 1 | 15 | Final Exam study | 15 | 1 | 15 | |||
| 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: 24/02/2026 | |||||||||