(Period 4) UPPER-INTERMEDIATE ELECTIVES

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Time SlotBuildingClassroomInstructorEPW Course CodeEPW Name
Tues: 14.05-16.00
Fri: 14.05-16.00
D BuildingD-201A. Funda GökçeU01InstaLingua
Tues: 14.05-16.00
Fri: 14.05-16.00
D BuildingD-202Müge DağlıU02The Movie Expedition
Tues: 14.05-16.00
Fri: 14.05-16.00
D BuildingD-203Çiğdem FıçıcıU03English in Action
Tues: 14.05-16.00
Fri: 14.05-16.00
D BuildingD-204Samime Çelik AktaşU04Making a Difference: Charitable Campaigns and Community Impact
Tues: 14.05-16.00
Fri: 14.05-16.00
D BuildingD-205Daniele Perezin MizutaU05Lens & Language: Exploring Photography through English
Tues: 14.05-16.00
Fri: 14.05-16.00
D BuildingD-206Bilal İnciU06Sports Magazine Club
Tues: 14.05-16.00
Fri: 14.05-16.00
D BuildingD-208Ecem İşbilirU07Critical Thinking Club
Tues: 14.05-16.00
Fri: 14.05-16.00
D BuildingD-209Kaan Cahit DewanU08Public Speaking Club
Tues: 14.05-16.00
Fri: 14.05-16.00
D BuildingD-210Simon BrunkerU09Travel Guide
Tues: 14.05-16.00
Fri: 14.05-16.00
D BuildingDZ-01Hülya AkanselU10Children’s Books Club
Tues: 14.05-16.00
Fri: 14.05-16.00
D BuildingDZ-02Ebru AtakurtU11Music Explorers
Tues: 14.05-16.00
Fri: 14.05-16.00
D BuildingDZ-03Elif KayaU12Podcast Club
Tues: 14.05-16.00
Fri: 14.05-16.00
D BuildingDZ-04Sevil Kultufan KiliçU13Psychology in Different Genres
EPW CodeEPW NameEPW Description
U01InstaLingua🎉 Join the English Social Media Club 🎉
InstaLingua
✨ Learn English the fun way – outside the classroom! ✨
🎬 What Can You Post?
🎭 Acting/dubbing scenes in English
📖 Idioms & proverbs (real or made-up origins)
🎤 Fun interviews with classmates
📷 Posters & tips for student life
📰 Creative “public notices”
💬 “Learn English beyond the classroom – Use your tech skills. Be creative. Be social. Be part of the English Social Media Club!”
U02The Movie Expedition
Are you ready to explore movies with a new perspective? In this project, you are going to explore movies as a branch of art. You will have the chance to look into different movie genres and experience writing scripts according to different movie types and then acting these out. Also, please be prepared to make reflections about the process you will go through in this project. If you are interested, come and be a part of this group!!!
U03English In ActionAre you ready to grow your confidence in speaking and level up your English? If you join this project work, it will be a fun and interactive journey in English! This course is all about helping you boost your speaking —while naturally building up your language skills along the way. From lively debates on modern issues to inspiring conversations about culture, work, and everyday life, you’ll get plenty of chances to use English in exciting, creative, and practical ways.
U04Making a Difference: Charitable Campaigns and Community ImpactCourse Description:
Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the world? Join us for an inspiring 8-week journey into the heart of charity work, designed specifically for upper-intermediate English learners. This dynamic course will not only enhance your language skills but also empower you to create meaningful change.

Course Highlights:
Explore the Power of Charity: Delve into the significance of charitable work and its impact on communities and individuals. Learn about various charitable organizations and their missions through engaging research activities.
Develop Presentation Skills: Sharpen your English presentation skills by researching and presenting on key topics related to charity. Gain confidence in public speaking as you share your findings with your peers.
Collaborate on Real Projects: Work in teams to design and develop a comprehensive charity campaign. From brainstorming ideas to planning actionable steps, you’ll apply your knowledge and creativity to a real-world project.
Enhance Your Language Skills: Improve your vocabulary, grammar, and communication abilities in a practical context. Engage in discussions, write persuasive content, and refine your English through hands-on activities.
Make a Real Impact: By the end of the course, your team will present a fully developed charity campaign, ready to inspire and mobilize others. Leave with a sense of accomplishment and the skills to contribute to charitable causes in your community.

This course is perfect for those who want to combine their love for community service with a desire to improve their English. Whether you’re interested in future careers in nonprofit work or simply want to contribute to a good cause, this course offers valuable experience and a chance to make a real difference. Join us and be a part of something bigger—your journey to creating positive change starts here!
U05Lens & Language: Exploring Photography through EnglishAre you drawn to capturing the world through photos? Do you want to learn how to see life through a different lens while sharing your reflections and creativity with others? In Lens & Language: Exploring Photography through English, you’ll explore both the art of photography and your unique perspective on the world.
Throughout the course, you’ll research famous photographers and techniques, practice taking photos and talk about them with your classmates. By the end of the course, you’ll select your favorite shots for a digital Instagram Showcase, where you can showcase the photos and reflections you’re most proud of.
Join us in Lens & Language if you want to make art, capture moments, and reflect deeply on what you see!
U06Sports Magazine ClubHave you ever got your hands on magazines like Sports Illustrated, L’Equipe, Four-Four-Two or Goal? If you enjoy reading such magazines and are interested in creating one, this club is for you! You are going to have the opportunity to explore such themes as sportspeople, tactics/ strategies, fan culture, economics and politics of different sports of your choice. Make sure you love sports, writing and design if you are going to choose this club.
U07Critical Thinking ClubJoin us on this journey to sharpen your critical thinking!
This club is more than just a learning experience – it’s a platform to share, reflect, and grow as an intellectual individual and team player.
Participants will:
explore diverse media: Analyze thought-provoking short films, documentaries, and academic articles.
engage in meaningful discussions: Reflect, debate, and share perspectives in classroom and online forums.
collaborate on creative projects: Work in teams to produce videos, prepare presentations, and design posters.
build confidence and skills: Develop research, communication, and presentation skills while receiving constructive peer feedback.
U08Public Speaking ClubIn this course you will learn how to speak in front of an audience (of your peers). If you want to learn how to draft (write) a speech in order to effectively convince people, sell them your ideas or even just teach, this project is for you. To successfully pass every student will have to do a final presentation.
U09Travel Guide
Create Your Own Travel Guide!
Want to improve your English while exploring Türkiye? In this project, you will design a travel guide for a destination of your choice in Türkiye. Step by step, you’ll cover aspects of travel such as transport, food, sights, history, and local culture—then bring it all together into a complete guide.
Along the way, you’ll:
•             Research like a pro
•             Write for different audiences
•             Give and receive real feedback
•             Build teamwork and presentation skills
In the end, you’ll produce a professional travel guide to promote your chosen location. Perfect for anyone who loves travel, creativity, and working with others!
U10Children’s Books ClubAre you interested in writing stories and drawing illustrations? You can combine these two skills in this club by creating a digital children’s book of your own! In this club, we will learn the basics of writing children’s stories, write our own story and draw our own illustrations. We will also have a chance to explore some technological tools and incorporate AI while creating our visuals.
U11Music ExplorersThis EPW is for music lovers. Experience in singing, playing a musical instrument, or making music is not required. You will explore topics related to music, mainly by participating in various speaking tasks such as interviewing your peers, giving short presentations, and engaging in a role-play activity. Come join the club if you’d like to meet other music fans and develop your speaking skills in English through music 😊
U12Podcast ClubWould you like to improve your language skills in a creative and fun way?  Would you be interested in creating your own podcast? If so, this EPW is just for you! You will learn a lot about various aspects of a podcast and you will have the opportunity to create your podcast in your own way and broadcast it. You will be surprised to see how much this experience will improve your English and give you a lot of fun.
U13Psychology in Different GenresDive into the fascinating world of emotions through films, literature, advertisements and more! This engaging extracurricular course explores how human behavior, emotions, and thought processes are portrayed across genres—songs, poems, short films, ads and social media posts. From personality types to social influence and mental health, you’ll gain insight into what drives people and why we act the way we do. Perfect for curious upper-intermediate learners who love discussion, analysis, and fresh perspectives. Come sharpen your critical thinking, boost your vocabulary, and see the mind in action—through works of various genres that stick with you. Join us and explore your inner world!

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