Political Science and International Relations (in English)

LaSalle Programmes

USEFUL INFORMATION, RESOURCES & SERVICES FOR STUDENTSUSEFUL LINKS AND DOCUMENTS ADITIONAL & SUPPORTING INFORMATION

SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE COURSE

Course Code	Course Name	Year	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
60312TAEOZ-POL0021	Introduction to Political Science	1	Fall	3	0	3	5

Course Type :	Compulsory
Cycle:	Bachelor TQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Language of Instruction:	English
Prerequisities and Co-requisities:	N/A
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Name of Coordinator:	Profesör Dr. AHMET KASIM HAN
Dersin Öğretim Eleman(lar)ı:	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi SEVAL ÜNLÜ GÖK Profesör Dr. AHMET KASIM HAN Dr. Öğr. Üyesi PINAR SAYAN
Dersin Kategorisi:	Field Specific

SECTION II: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

Course Objectives & Content

Course Objectives:	The main goal of this course is to analyze basic concepts of political science, its methodology and contentious approaches. It aims hence that students are familiar what politics is, how political system function, what political regimes are, what the main political institutions are, how political decisions are made, by which actors political decisions are influenced.
Course Content:	Authority, sovereignty and legitimacy, government structures and processes, bureaucracy, executive, legislative and judiciary, classification of political regimes.

Course Specific Rules

Presence and participation of students are essential to take the most benefit from this course. Studying regularly is recommended. Before attending the class, students must study the uploaded materials .

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs)

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:



Knowledge *(Described as Theoritical and/or Factual Knowledge.)*
1) Outline the place of political science in social sciences and its difference from other disciplines
2) List different approaches in political science
Skills *(Describe as Cognitive and/or Practical Skills.)*
1) Relate modernity and the development of political science
2) Comprehend current political issues within the socio-historical context
3) Question political discourses
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.)*
1) Take an interest in political- public debate

Weekly Course Schedule

Week	Subject	Materials Sharing *
		Related Preparation	Further Study
1)	Introductory Lesson: Different Meanings of Politics
2)	Political Science as a Modern Discipline
3)	Positivism and Behaviouralism
4)	State as a Historical Phenomena
5)	Modern State and Bureaucracy
6)	Authority and Legitimacy
7)	Classification of Political Systems
8)	Midterm Exam
9)	Interest Groups and Political Parties
10)	Representative Government
11)	Political Participation and Social Movements
12)	Separation of Powers (Legislative, Executive, Judicial Branches)
13)	Dependence of Politics
14)	Relative Autonomy of State
15)	Political Culture
16)	Final Exam

*These fields provides students with course materials for their pre- and further study before and after the course delivered.

SECTION III: RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN COURSE UNIT AND COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)

(The matrix below shows how the course learning outcomes (CLOs) associates with programme learning outcomes (both KPLOs & SPLOs) and, if exist, the level of quantitative contribution to them.)

Relationship Between CLOs & PLOs

(KPLOs and SPLOs are the abbreviations for Key & Sub- Programme Learning Outcomes, respectively. )

CLOs/PLOs	KPLO 1						KPLO 2		KPLO 3				KPLO 4				KPLO 5
CLOs/PLOs	1	2	3	4	5	6	1	2	1	2	3	4	1	2	3	4	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10	11	12
CLO1
CLO2
CLO3
CLO4
CLO5
CLO6

Level of Contribution of the Course to PLOs

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Programme Learning Outcomes	Contribution Level (from 1 to 5)
1)	Recognizes different paradigms, fundamental theoretical approaches and methodologies in social sciences,	3
	1.1 Interprets classical and contemporary political theories in a critical and comparative way,	3
	1.2 Analyzes the contemporary issues and events through the relations between politics, political economy and culture,	4
	1.3 Identifies the structures, actors and power relations of the political sphere,	5
	1.4 Interprets the social dynamics and working mechanisms of the international sphere through the theories of international relations,	1
	1.5 Comprehends the social foundations of the national and international law, functions of the international and supranational institutions and their relations between each other,	1
	1.6 Analyzes the social structure and political life in Turkey with theoretical, historical, cultural and contemporary perspectives,	4
2)	Recognizes individual, social and academic ethic norms. Use their expertise for the public good,	5
	2.1 Demonstrates open-mindedness for different viewpoints. Develop relations with the personal and social other on the basis of empathy and respect,	5
	2.2 Communicates on the basis of public good against discrimination through prioritizing public mind and gain consciousness of citizenship,	5
3)	Evaluates the issues in the academia and work life with a reflexive viewpoint. Interpret in a sociological way while relating biographical with historical,	3
	3.1 Evaluates national and international social developments within the framework of social justice and human rights,	3
	3.2 Comprehends the social world as a struggle process within the framework of class, stratification and gender relations,	4
	3.3 Develops citizen consciousness and responsibility through democratic thought, negotiation and participation,	4
	3.4 Develops an interdisciplinary and critical viewpoint by analytical and comparative thinking, gain the qualifications required by professional life,	5
4)	Applies the theoretical knowledge in business life during a semester.	4
	4.1 Experiences all processes in business life.	4
	4.2 Takes part in activities related to the field of education in a business operating in the field.	5
	4.3 Questions the application with theoretical knowledge.	4
	4.4 Compiles the knowledge and experience gained in the field.	5
5)	S/he acquires the competencies that develop by the expectations of business world and the society defined as the institutional outcomes of our university on the advanced level in relation with his/her field.
	5.1 Acquires the analyzing solving the problems and managing the conflicts.
	5.2 Participates as a team member and takes responsibility in the environments that require the solving of the conflicts and acts as a leader when necessary.
	5.3 Has awareness for ethical and social responsivity.
	5.4 By supporting the learnt courses with quantitative and qualitative data; and by using verbal and visual communication means, s/he transfers them to the groups within and outside his/her group in a systematical and effective way.
	5.5 Evaluates the norms and standards present in the works in which s/he takes responsibility in a critical point of view.
	5.6 Develops strategical, innovative and entrepreneurial ideas.
	5.7 Acquires competence of managing the change.
	5.8 Shows development personally and socially with and awareness for lifelong learning.
	5.9 Follows advanced technologies and developments about digital transformation.
	5.10 Has cultural awareness and s/he transfers this to the groups within and outside his/her field.
	5.11 Has awareness about citizenship competency.
	5.12 Acquires communication in a Foreign Language (English) competence defined on the level of at least B1 in European Language Portfolio. (In programs whose medium of instruction is English, on the level of B2/B2+).

SECTION IV: TEACHING-LEARNING & ASSESMENT-EVALUATION METHODS OF THE COURSE

Teaching & Learning Methods of the Course

(All teaching and learning methods used at the university are managed systematically. Upon proposals of the programme units, they are assessed by the relevant academic boards and, if found appropriate, they are included among the university list. Programmes, then, choose the appropriate methods in line with their programme design from this list. Likewise, appropriate methods to be used for the course units can be chosen among those defined for the programme.)

Teaching and Learning Methods defined at the Programme Level	Teaching and Learning Methods Defined for the Course
Lectures
Discussion
Case Study
Problem Solving
Demonstration
Views
Laboratory
Reading
Homework
Project Preparation
Thesis Preparation
Peer Education
Seminar
Technical Visit
Course Conference
Brain Storming
Questions Answers
Individual and Group Work
Role Playing-Animation-Improvisation
Active Participation in Class

Assessment & Evaluation Methods of the Course

(All assessment and evaluation methods used at the university are managed systematically. Upon proposals of the programme units, they are assessed by the relevant academic boards and, if found appropriate, they are included among the university list. Programmes, then, choose the appropriate methods in line with their programme design from this list. Likewise, appropriate methods to be used for the course units can be chosen among those defined for the programme.)

Aassessment and evaluation Methods defined at the Programme Level	Assessment and Evaluation Methods defined for the Course
Midterm
Presentation
Final Exam
Quiz
Report Evaluation
Homework Evaluation
Oral Exam
Thesis Defense
Jury Evaluation
Practice Exam
Evaluation of Implementation Training in the Workplace
Active Participation in Class
Participation in Discussions

Relationship Between CLOs & Teaching-Learning, Assesment-Evaluation Methods of the Course

(The matrix below shows the teaching-learning and assessment-evaluation methods designated for the course unit in relation to the course learning outcomes.)

LEARNING & TEACHING METHODS

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

ASSESMENT & EVALUATION METHODS

CLO1

CLO2

CLO3

CLO4

CLO5

CLO6

-Lectures

-Midterm

-Discussion

-Presentation

-Case Study

-Final Exam

-Problem Solving

-Quiz

-Demonstration

-Report Evaluation

-Views

-Homework Evaluation

-Laboratory

-Oral Exam

-Reading

-Thesis Defense

-Homework

-Jury Evaluation

-Project Preparation

-Practice Exam

-Thesis Preparation

-Evaluation of Implementation Training in the Workplace

-Peer Education

-Active Participation in Class

-Seminar

- Participation in Discussions

-Technical Visit

-Course Conference

-Brain Storming

-Questions Answers

-Individual and Group Work

-Role Playing-Animation-Improvisation