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| Code | SBUZ101 |
| Name | Introduction to Political Science |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Semester | 1. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ASLI EMİNE ÇOMU |
| Course Instructor |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ASLI EMİNE ÇOMU
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
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Course Goal / Objective
This course introduces students to political science with a special focus on (1) key concepts and theories, (2) different types of political regimes and institutional arrangements and (3) contemporary debates in various subfields of political science.
Course Content
This course aims to examine the historical and theoritical roots of the political science.
Course Precondition
The course has no prerequisites.
Resources
Michael Roskin Political Science
Notes
Andrew Heywood Politics
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Learns the subdivisions of political science. |
| LO02 | Obtains information about political theories. |
| LO03 | Obtains information about political ideologies. |
| LO04 | Obtains information about state structure. |
| LO05 | Obtains information about basic rights and constitutional law. |
| LO06 | Provides an answer to the question of what is political culture. |
| LO07 | Obtains information about the role of the factors in shaping of public opinion. |
| LO08 | Obtains information about the relationship between politics and media. |
| LO09 | Obtains information about the politics of pluralism. |
| LO10 | Obtains information about the function of political parties and their role in democracy. |
| LO11 | Obtains information about legislative power. |
| LO12 | Obtains information about executive power and bureaucracy. |
| LO13 | Obtains information about judicial power. |
| LO14 | Obtains information about the relationship between government and economy. |
| LO15 | Obtains information about political breakdown and revolutions. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Has the conceptual and theoretical competence to explain the phenomena in the disciplines of Political Science and International Relations. | 4 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Identifies the international and national issues by methodologies used in the disciplines of Political Science and International Relations; chooses the appropriate analysis techniques across the issues and applies the appropriate empirical studies. | 5 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Becomes skilful at following and interpreting different social areas in international and national levels and also applies the problem-solving oriented practices. | |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Collects, reviews and analyzes the data obtained which necessary for modelling applications in the Social Science. | |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Individually and/or in a team, takes responsibility, leadership, and works effectively. | |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | In recognition of the need for lifelong learning, follows the latest developments in the field and improves himself/herself. | 5 |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Uses Turkish, and at least one more foreign language, in accordance with the requirements of academic and work life. | |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Understands and interprets the feelings, thoughts and behaviors of related persons correctly; and expresses himself/herself in written and oral forms accurately. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Improves his/herself constantly by defining educational requirements considering interests and talents in scientific, cultural, art and social fields besides career development. | 4 |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Questions traditional approaches, practices and methods; and develops and applies new study methods if necessary. | 5 |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Recognizes and implements social, scientific and professional ethical values. | |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Develops skills of defining and analyzing the international, regional and national oriented issues, producing appropriate conflict-resolution techniques and negotiation skills. | 3 |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Develops critical thinking skills. | 4 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The bases of politics. Can politics be a science. | Michael Roskin, Political Science An Introduction, p.24-39. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 2 | Classic and modern theories | Michael Roskin, Political Science An Introduction, p.43-55. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 3 | The origins of ideologies | Michael Roskin, Political Science An Introduction, p.56-73. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 4 | Basic political institutions | Michael Roskin, Political Science An Introduction, p.74-89. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 5 | Constitutions | Michael Roskin, Political Science An Introduction, p.90-104. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 6 | Midterm Examination | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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| 7 | The shape of public opinion | Michael Roskin, Political Science An Introduction, p.141-157. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 8 | The politics and the media | Michael Roskin, Political Science An Introduction, p.160-175. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 9 | The ubiquity of interest groups | Michael Roskin, Political Science An Introduction, p.178-191. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 10 | Parties in democracies | Michael Roskin, Political Science An Introduction, p.194-208. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 11 | Parliaments | Michael Roskin, Political Science An Introduction, p.228-243. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 12 | Running a government | Michael Roskin, Political Science An Introduction, p.245-262. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 13 | Laws and courts | Michael Roskin, Political Science An Introduction, p.264-280. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 14 | Government and the economy | Michael Roskin, Political Science An Introduction, p.282-298. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 15 | Political breakdown | Michael Roskin, Political Science An Introduction, p.300-317. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 16 | Power and national interest | Michael Roskin, Political Science An Introduction, p.318-333. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 17 | Final Examination | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 15 | 3 | 45 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 15 | 7 | 105 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 152 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 6,08 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||