Course Objectives: |
This course provides an introduction to basic concepts and theories of political science. It adopts a holistic approach which combines a variety of theories, conceptual frameworks and paradigms with political practice. It starts from human nature, elaborates on state and society and focuses on systems and structures emerging from the political. It finally addresses political economy, political violence and international relations to clarify how these three areas intersect with the discipline of political science. Some of the central themes that the course will cover are society and state, justice, legitimacy, sovereignty, authority, government, constitution, regimes, leadership, political culture, public opinion, interest groups, parties, elections, electoral systems, legislatures, executives, judiciaries, political economy, poverty, development, political violence, terrorism and international relations. |
Course Content: |
Theories of Political Science, Ideologies, States, Constitutions and Rights, Societies and Regimes, Political Culture, Public Opinion, Political Communication and the Media, Interest Groups and Parties, Elections and Electoral Processes, Representation, Legislatures, Executives, Bureaucracies, Judiciaries, Institutions and Democracy. |
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Subject |
Related Preparation |
1) |
Introduction to Politics and Political Science |
Andrew Heywood, Politics. Macmillan,2013 4th edition.
Ch.1
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2) |
Theories of Political Science |
Andrew Heywood, Politics. Macmillan,2013 4th edition.
Ch.2
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3) |
Political Ideas and Ideologies |
Andrew Heywood, Politics. Macmillan,2013 4th edition.
Ch.3
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4) |
Governments, Systems, and Regimes |
Andrew Heywood, Politics. Macmillan,2013 4th edition.
Ch.12
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5) |
Democracy and Legitimacy |
Andrew Heywood, Politics. Macmillan,2013 4th edition.
Ch.4
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6) |
Politics, The State and Sub-National Politics |
Andrew Heywood, Politics. Macmillan,2013 4th edition.
Ch.5
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7) |
MIDTERM EXAM |
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8) |
Nations and Nationalism |
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9) |
Globalization, Political Culture and the Media |
Andrew Heywood, Politics. Macmillan,2013 4th edition.
Ch.9
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10) |
Representation, Elections and Voting |
Andrew Heywood, Politics. Macmillan,2013 4th edition.
Ch.10
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11) |
Parties and Party Systems |
Andrew Heywood, Politics. Macmillan,2013 4th edition.
Ch.11
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12) |
Legislatures, Executives and Judiciaries |
Andrew Heywood, Politics. Macmillan,2013 4th edition.
Ch.13, 14, 15
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13) |
Interest Groups, Civil Society and Social Movements |
Andrew Heywood, Politics. Macmillan,2013 4th edition.
Ch.16
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14) |
Revision and Summary |
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Course Notes / Textbooks: |
Andrew Heywood, Politics. Macmillan, 2013 4th edition.
Michael G. Roskin, Robert L. Cord, James A. Medeiros, and Walter S. Jones, Political Science: An Introduction, Perason, 12th edition, 2012William Hale, Turkish Foreign Policy since 1774, 3rd Ed., London: Routledge, 2012.
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References: |
Articles in Course Package |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
1) |
To have theoretical and practical knowledge required to fulfill professional roles and functions of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation field. |
2 |
2) |
To act in accordance with ethical principles and values in professional practice. |
1 |
3) |
To use life-long learning, problem-solving and critical thinking skills. |
4 |
4) |
To define evidence-based practices and determine problem solving methods in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation practices, using theories in health promotion, protection and care. |
1 |
5) |
To take part in research, projects and activities within sense of social responsibility and interdisciplinary approach. |
1 |
6) |
To have skills for training and consulting according to health education needs of individual, family and the community. |
1 |
7) |
To be sensitive to health problems of the community and to be able to offer solutions. |
1 |
8) |
To be able to use skills for effective communication. |
5 |
9) |
To be able to select and use modern tools, techniques and modalities in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation practices; to be able to use health information technologies effectively. |
1 |
10) |
To be able to search for literature in health sciences databases and information sources to access to information and use the information effectively. |
1 |
11) |
To be able to monitor occupational information using at least one foreign language, to collaborate and communicate with colleagues at international level. |
1 |
12) |
To be a role model with contemporary and professional identity. |
5 |