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| Code | FEAS108 |
| Name | Sociology |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Semester | 2. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | İngilizce |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi TOLGA KABAŞ |
| Course Instructor |
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Course Goal / Objective
To teach the subject, philosophy and main concepts of sociology. Basic theories of sociology, formation and institutions of society will be told. During the course the importance of sociological way of thinking will be shown, also.
Course Content
The research method and main theories of sociology will be taught. The definition, aim, methodology and basic concepts of sociology will be told. During the course sociological way of thinking will be told, also.
Course Precondition
There is no prerequisite for the course.
Resources
Ken Browne, An Introduction to Sociology, Polity Press, 2011
Notes
Lecture notes provided from related sources.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Being able to explain the subject, philosophy and main concepts of sociology |
| LO02 | Being able to explain the historical development of sociology |
| LO03 | Being able to explain the main theories of sociology |
| LO04 | Being able to explain the construction of society |
| LO05 | Being able to explain main institutions of society like family, religion, education system and political system |
| LO06 | Being able to learn the sociological way of thinking. |
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. | |
| 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. | |
| 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. | 1 |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Individually and/or in a team, takes responsibility, leadership, and works effectively. | 1 |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | In recognition of the need for lifelong learning, follows the latest developments in the field and improves himself/herself. | 3 |
| 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. | 3 |
| 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. | 3 |
| 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. | 3 |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Questions traditional approaches, practices and methods; and develops and applies new study methods if necessary. | 1 |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Recognizes and implements social, scientific and professional ethical values. | 3 |
| 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. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Develops critical thinking skills. | 2 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | Source Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 2 | Studying Society: Key Ideas and Concepts | Source Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 3 | Studying Society: How The Society Is Constructed | Source Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 4 | Studying Society:Building Blocks Of Society | Source Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 5 | Studying Society: The Importance Of Sociological Research | Source Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 6 | Family Institution | Source Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 7 | Characteristics of Families | Source Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Review the Topics Discussed in the Lecture Notes and Sources | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Social Problems Of Families | Source Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 10 | Sustenance of Families | Source Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 11 | Education and Economy | Source Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 12 | Education and Equality of Opportunity | Source Redaing | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 13 | Education and Social Mobility | Source Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 14 | Power and Elites | Source Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 15 | Power and Inequality | Source Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Review the Topics Discussed in the Lecture Notes and Sources | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Review the Topics Discussed in the Lecture Notes and Sources | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 5 | 70 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 20 | 20 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 144 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 5,76 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||