Course Objectives: |
This course basically aims to focus on the interaction between social life and the individual. Considering the complexity of the relationship between the individual and society, this course first deals with the basic concepts such as socialization, social group, social status and role and the discussions around these concepts. Then, it is aimed to analyze the multifaceted individual-society relationship (agency-structure dichotomy) in different fields such as culture, environment, media, gender, urbanization, economy, politics, citizenship, globalization in life. In the context of these subjects, social relations, interactions, inequalities and problems are examined. In other words, while examining social life as a whole, the difficulties and problems faced by individuals in today's societies are within the scope of the course. |
Course Content: |
Introduction to the Course and Critical Thinking
Socialization
Social Groups
Social Status and Social Role
Social Stratification and Social Class
Society and Culture
Environment and Society
MIDTERM
Media, Mass Communication and Society
Gender Relations |
Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) are those describing the knowledge, skills and competencies that students are expected to achieve upon successful completion of the course. In this context, Course Learning Outcomes defined for this course unit are as follows:
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Knowledge
(Described as Theoritical and/or Factual Knowledge.)
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1) The students will be able to have a basic understanding of the relationship between the individual and society.
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2) Öğrenciler, özne-yapı etkileşimiyle ilgili eleştirel düşünme yetisini geliştirebilecektir.
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Skills
(Describe as Cognitive and/or Practical Skills.)
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Competences
(Described as "Ability of the learner to apply knowledge and skills autonomously with responsibility", "Learning to learn"," Communication and social" and "Field specific" competences.)
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1) The students will be able to gain the ability to critically analyze the society they live in as well as other societies.
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2) The students will be able to learn the effects of both micro and macro-level structures and relationships in societies on the lives of individuals.
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3) The students will be able to develop an awareness of the relations and incompatibilities between social life and the individual within the context of current issues.
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4) The students will be able to have basic knowledge of the main topics covered in the fields of social sciences.
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(KPLOs and SPLOs are the abbreviations for Key & Sub- Programme Learning Outcomes, respectively. )
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Programme Learning Outcomes |
Contribution Level (from 1 to 5) |
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Explains the basic, theoretical and practical knowledge about child development, |
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1.1 Explains the developmental characteristics and learning methods and techniques of children with normal development who need special education. |
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1.2 Education of children aged 0-18; expresses the relationship between importance, purpose and principles. |
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1.3 Explain the theories about developmental areas. |
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1.4 Explains basic, theoretical information about children's rights. |
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1.5 Informs the families of children in normal development and children in need of special needs. |
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1.6 Professional ethics and responsibility awareness about the field. |
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1.7 Has knowledge about Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Protection, Disaster and Emergency. |
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Uses basic theoretical and practical knowledge, basic computer programs and related technologies in the field. |
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2.1 Design educational materials suitable for children's developmental levels and developing technology. |
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2.2 Accesses and uses resources to access information. |
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2.3 Uses computer programs and technology in the subjects and processes related to the field. |
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Applies the theoretical knowledge in business life during a semester. |
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3.1 Experiences all processes in business life. |
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3.2 Takes part in activities related to the field of education in a business operating in
the field. |
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3.3 Questions the application with theoretical knowledge. |
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3.4 Compiles the knowledge and experience gained in the field. |
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It is in the process of effective communication by supporting quantitative and qualitative data and solutions to the related persons and institutions on issues related to the field of child development. |
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4.1 Works in collaboration with other disciplines. |
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4.2 Communicates effectively with children, family, colleagues and related institutions and organizations. |
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4.3 She takes part in teamwork during her education. |
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4.4 Its appearance, attitude, attitude and behavior make it an example for society. |
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The competencies that are developed in line with the expectations of the business world and society and which are defined as the institutional outputs of our university are at the basic level. |
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5.1 Acquires competency of analyzing and solving the problems. |
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5.2 Has awareness for ethical and social responsibility. |
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5.3 Takes responsibility as a team member in works and operations of his/her field. |
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5.4 Is aware of written, verbal communication and interaction. |
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5.5 Follows the developments of advanced technology and digital transformation. |
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5.6 Acquires the awareness for lifelong learning. |
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5.7 Has awareness about citizenship competency. |
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5.8 Evaluates the developments of his/her field with the understanding of an
entrepreneur. |
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5.9 Acquires communication in a Foreign Language (English) competence defined on
the level of at least A2 in European Language Portfolio. (In programs whose medium of
instruction is English, on the level of B1). |
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5.10 Gains the competence of developing a Global Perspective. |
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5.11 Cultural Consciousness and Expression develops competence. |
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5.12 Gain Social and Citizenship Qualification. |
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WORKLOAD OF TEACHING & LEARNING ACTIVITIES |
Teaching & Learning Activities |
# of Activities per semester |
Duration (hour) |
Total Workload |
Course |
14 |
2 |
28 |
Laboratory |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Application |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Field Work |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Study Hours Out of Class |
14 |
3 |
42 |
Presentations / Seminar |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Project |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Homework Assignments |
2 |
2 |
4 |
Total Workload of Teaching & Learning Activities |
- |
- |
74 |
WORKLOAD OF ASSESMENT & EVALUATION ACTIVITIES |
Assesment & Evaluation Activities |
# of Activities per semester |
Duration (hour) |
Total Workload |
Quizzes |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Midterms |
1 |
1 |
1 |
Semester Final Exam |
1 |
1 |
1 |
Total Workload of Assesment & Evaluation Activities |
- |
- |
2 |
TOTAL WORKLOAD (Teaching & Learning + Assesment & Evaluation Activities) |
76 |
ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE (Total Workload/25.5 h) |
3 |