TLT414 Modern Turkish Literature II
TLT414 Modern Turkish Literature II
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Turkish language and literature, Teaching
Dženana Bračković
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
The aim of this course is to teach the major figures of Turkish novel and the the prominent turning points of the genre. Following the projections of Turkish modernity, thematic and structural changes of Turkish prose writing and the rise of Turkish novel is also an issue of the lecture.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Enginün, İnci. Cumhuriyet Devri Türk Edebiyatı; Türk Edebiyatı Tarihi: T.C. Kültür Bakanlığı Yayınları
Additional Literature
Berna Moran: Türk Romanına Eleştirel Bir Bakış Mehmet Kaplan . Türk Edebiyatı Üzerine AraştırmalarTeaching 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 | |
| 2 | National Literary Period, "Genç Kalemler" Magazine,"Yeni Lisan" (New Language) Article | Türk Edebiyatı Tarihi:187-273 |
| 3 | Yahya Kemal | Cumhuriyet Dönemi Türk Edebiyatı: 29-32 |
| 4 | Memleketçi Literature | Cumhuriyet Dönemi Türk Edebiyatı:36-50 |
| 5 | Yedi Meşaleciler | Cumhuriyet Dönemi Türk Edebiyatı:63-68 |
| 6 | Hamasi Poetry, Mistik Poetry, Marxist Poetry, | Cumhuriyet Dönemi Türk Edebiyatı:50-61 |
| 7 | MID-TERM Exam | |
| 8 | Garip - I. Yeni Poetry, Poetics, Representatives, Characteristics of Poetry | Cumhuriyet Dönemi Türk Edebiyatı:82-89 |
| 9 | II. Yeni Poetry, Represantatives, Discussions, Characteristics of Poetry | Cumhuriyet Dönemi Türk Edebiyatı:110-121 |
| 10 | II. Yeni Poetry, Represantatives, Discussions, Characteristics of Poetry | Cumhuriyet Dönemi Türk Edebiyatı:110-121 |
| 11 | A general overview of stories and novels in Republic Period | Cumhuriyet DöneCumhuriyet Dönemi Türk Edebiyatı:237-246 |
| 12 | Stock character in modern Turkish literature with their literary and social dimensions | Türk Edebiyatı Tarihi: 411-423 |
| 13 | The East-West Problem in Turkish Literature | (Türk Edebiyatı Tarihi:411-423) |
| 14 | Popular fiction | (Türk Edebiyatı Tarihi:359-393 |
| 15 | Feminist Discourse in Turkish Novel | Cumhuriyet Dönemi Türk Edebiyatı:288 |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
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
Presentations
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
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 [TLT414] 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 Mar 03, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| TLT414 | Modern Turkish Literature II | 2 | 1 | 6 | Tue:09:00‐10:50, Thu:09:00‐09:50 | |||||
| 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 | The aim of this course is to teach the major figures of Turkish novel and the the prominent turning points of the genre. Following the projections of Turkish modernity, thematic and structural changes of Turkish prose writing and the rise of Turkish novel is also an issue of the lecture. | |||||||||
| Textbook | Enginün, İnci. Cumhuriyet Devri Türk Edebiyatı; Türk Edebiyatı Tarihi: T.C. Kültür Bakanlığı 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 | |||||||||
| Week 2 | National Literary Period, "Genç Kalemler" Magazine,"Yeni Lisan" (New Language) Article | Türk Edebiyatı Tarihi:187-273 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Yahya Kemal | Cumhuriyet Dönemi Türk Edebiyatı: 29-32 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Memleketçi Literature | Cumhuriyet Dönemi Türk Edebiyatı:36-50 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Yedi Meşaleciler | Cumhuriyet Dönemi Türk Edebiyatı:63-68 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Hamasi Poetry, Mistik Poetry, Marxist Poetry, | Cumhuriyet Dönemi Türk Edebiyatı:50-61 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | MID-TERM Exam | |||||||||
| Week 8 | Garip - I. Yeni Poetry, Poetics, Representatives, Characteristics of Poetry | Cumhuriyet Dönemi Türk Edebiyatı:82-89 | ||||||||
| Week 9 | II. Yeni Poetry, Represantatives, Discussions, Characteristics of Poetry | Cumhuriyet Dönemi Türk Edebiyatı:110-121 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | II. Yeni Poetry, Represantatives, Discussions, Characteristics of Poetry | Cumhuriyet Dönemi Türk Edebiyatı:110-121 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | A general overview of stories and novels in Republic Period | Cumhuriyet DöneCumhuriyet Dönemi Türk Edebiyatı:237-246 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Stock character in modern Turkish literature with their literary and social dimensions | Türk Edebiyatı Tarihi: 411-423 | ||||||||
| Week 13 | The East-West Problem in Turkish Literature | (Türk Edebiyatı Tarihi:411-423) | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Popular fiction | (Türk Edebiyatı Tarihi:359-393 | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Feminist Discourse in Turkish Novel | Cumhuriyet Dönemi Türk Edebiyatı:288 | ||||||||
| 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 | |
| Presentations | 1 | 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 | 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: 27/03/2026 | |||||||||