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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Subject |
Materials Sharing * |
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Related Preparation |
Further Study |
1) |
Introduction to the Course and Critical Thinking |
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2) |
Socialization |
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3) |
Social Groups |
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Social Status and Social Role |
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Society and Culture |
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Social Stratification and Social Class |
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7) |
Environment and Society |
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8) |
Midterm |
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9) |
Media, Mass Communication and Society |
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10) |
Gender Relations |
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11) |
Race, Ethnic Identity and Migration |
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12) |
Economics, Business and Working Life |
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13) |
Poverty, Social Exclusion and Welfare |
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14) |
Globalization |
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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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Learn the theoretical, technological and practical knowledge about media and communication |
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1.1 Photographic design, film and video preparation processes, post production and communication processes, three-dimensional design in the field of theoretical knowledge. |
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1.2 Learns how to use technological equipment, camera, camera and digital programs at a basic level. |
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1.3 Knows the theoretical knowledge in the field of visual art, video, cinema, advertising and medi |
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1.4 Have the knowledge to monitor and evaluate the projects in the field of media and communication. |
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Develops the knowledge acquired in the field of media and communication through creative designs and processes. |
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2.1 Uses cameras and cameras. |
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2.2 Makes photo and video designs and editing. |
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2.3 Makes two and three dimensional visual designs in computer environment. |
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2.4 Have the ability to operate in the design and production stages of television broadcasts. |
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2.5 Have the ability to act in the design and production stages of commercial films. |
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2.6 Have the ability to work in all kinds of news media, writing news, visual design and production stages. |
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Applies the theoretical knowledge learned in business life for a half year. |
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3.1 Experience all processes in business life. |
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3.2 He/ she is actively involved in projects related to the field of education in a company operating in the field of media and communication |
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3.3 Compares with theoretical knowledge and applications. |
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3.4 Comprehends the knowledge and experience gained in the field of media and communication. |
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Gaining the competencies defined as the institutional outcomes of our university at the basic level in relation to the field, developing in line with the expectations of the business world and society. |
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4.1 Gain the ability to do basic level work and problem solving. |
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4.2 Be aware of ethical and social responsibility. |
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4.3 Takes responsibility as a team member in the works and transactions related to the area |
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4.4 Be aware of written, oral communication and interaction. . |
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4.5 Follows advanced technologies and developments related to digital transformation. |
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4.6 Gain consciousness of lifelong learning. |
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4.7 He/she is conscious of the universality of social rights, social justice and citizenship competence. |
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4.8 Evaluates the developments in the field with an entrepreneurial understanding.. |
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4.9 Gains the ability to communicate in a Foreign Language (English) defined at least A2 level of European Language Portfolio. (At B1 level for programs with English language). |
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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 |
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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 |
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2 |
TOTAL WORKLOAD (Teaching & Learning + Assesment & Evaluation Activities) |
76 |
ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE (Total Workload/25.5 h) |
3 |