Literature selected for study contains examples of a variety of types of writing. The program includes some discussion of stage, screen, radio and television productions designed to develop discriminating tastes and standards. The teaching of grammar reflects an awareness of contemporary thinking in this area and provides a solid base. Writing, oral and listening skills are developed through a variety of activities such as book reviews, research papers, poems, dramatic sketches, letters, oral reports, debates, dramatic reading, informal discussions, listening to records, etc. Adequate attention is given to handwriting, spelling, vocabulary-building, clear articulation and correct pronunciation.
Students read selected examples from both Turkish and World Literature from various time periods.
Literature selected for study at each level is neither too difficult to discourage students nor too easy to provide an adequate challenge. Opportunity is provided for reading of both classical or modern literature. Instructional materials such as audio-visual resources, resource books, and dictionaries are available in sufficient quality, quantity, and variety to give effective support to the aims and methods of the programme. Turkish in addition to Turkish Language and Literature in Grades 9 and 10. This course is assessed in the areas of reading and directed writing, continuous writing and usage.