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) |
1) |
Explains basic, theoretical and practical information about Interior Design. |
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1.1 Explains their design by using presentation techniques effectively. |
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1.2 Interpret the basic design concepts. |
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1.3 Gains knowledge of material knowledge and cost analysis. |
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Evaluates different design perspectives by following the developing and changing space design approaches around the world. |
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2.1 Implements academic knowledge about furniture design and construction systems. |
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2.2 Explain the importance of lighting techniques in interior design. |
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Apply theoretical knowledge in technological environment by using technical drawing concepts. |
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3.1 Describes their designs with the technical drawing rules. |
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3.2 Manages the design process effectively by developing the interior design in a computerized environment. |
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Applies the theoretical knowledge in business life during a semester. |
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4.1 Experiences all processes in business life. |
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4.2 Takes part in activities related to the field of education in a business operating in the field. |
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4.3 Questions the application with theoretical knowledge. |
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4.4 Compiles the knowledge and experience gained in the field. |
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Fulfills the 21st Century competencies in line with the expectations of the business world, society and social partners. |
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5.1 Evaluates the issues of doing business, problem solving, leadership, team work, independent decision making and taking responsibility. |
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5.2 Uses the knowledge to develop critical, creative and innovative thinking and to create cultural awareness. |
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5.3 Relates the changes in the field with the strategic and entrepreneurial approach, ethics and social justice, the universality of social rights, quality and cultural values. |
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5.4 Integrates global perspective and ethical understanding with social awareness, communication skills and technological knowledge. |
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5.5 Prepares projects and activities for the social environment with a sense of social responsibility. |
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5.6 Uses at least one foreign language required by the field. |
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5.7 Gains the competence of taking responsibility and making independent decisions. |
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5.8 Gains the ability to manage change. |
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5.9 Learning to Learn, Personal and Social Development shows competence. |
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5.10 Gains competence to develop Global Perspective. |
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5.11 Improves the ability to use technology and digital competence. |
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5.12 Develop cultural awareness and competence of expression. |
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5.13 Gains Social and Citizenship Competence. |
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5.14 Gains the competence to communicate in a Foreign Language (English) defined at least A2 level of the European Language Portfolio. |
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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 |