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Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code	Course Name	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
GEP1804	Islamic Philosophy	Fall	3	0	3	4

This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction:	Turkish
Type of course:	GE-Elective
Course Level:	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Dr. BURCU ALARSLAN ULUDAŞ
Recommended Optional Program Components:	None
Course Objectives:	The aim of this course is to discuss the basic issues of Islamic thought from past to present, to question our beliefs, thoughts and assumptions for a correct understanding of Islam, to correct the mistakes we know as true, and to learn the contributions of Islamic thinkers to philosophy and science.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
When you successfully complete this course you will be able to do the following.
1. They learn the common misconceptions about the Islamic faith.
2. They learn the relationship between Islamic belief and philosophy
3. They learn about the effects of Ancient Greek thought on Islamic philosophy.
4. Have knowledge about the basic issues of Islamic philosophy
5. They learn the universal principles of the Islamic faith
6. Learn the history of Islamic science and the contributions of Muslims to science
7. They learn the effects of Islamic thought on Western thought
8. They learn about the relationship between Islam, humanity and morality

Course Content

Students gain awareness of the world and history of thought through topics such as Introduction to Islam, Introduction to Philosophy, Ancient Greek Philosophy, Islamic Philosophy, Religion-Science Relationship, History of Islamic Science and Contributions of Muslims to Science, and Relationship between Islam and Ethics.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	GENERAL INFORMATION Subject explanation
2)	WHAT IS ISLAM? WHAT IS NOT? topic narration
3)	WHAT IS ISLAM? WHAT IS NOT? Lecture
4)	WHAT IS PHILOSOPHY? WHAT IS NOT? Lecture
5)	WHAT IS PHILOSOPHY? WHAT IS NOT? Subject Explanation
6)	İbn Sina: Problem of Being and existence of God.
6)	ANCIENT GREEK PHILOSOPHY Topic Explanation
7)	INTRODUCTION TO ISLAMIC PHILOSOPHY Lecture
8)	INTRODUCTION TO ISLAMIC PHILOSOPHY Midterm Exam
9)	HISTORY OF ISLAMIC SCIENCE Topic Explanation
10)	HISTORY OF ISLAMIC SCIENCE Topic Explanation
10)	HISTORY OF ISLAMIC SCIENCE Topic Explanation
11)	EFFECTS OF ISLAMIC THOUGHT ON WESTERN THOUGHT Topic Lecture
12)	CONTRIBUTIONS OF MUSLIMS TO SCIENCE AND PHILOSOPHY Lecture
13)	ISLAM, HUMAN AND MORAL RELATIONSHIP Lecture
14)	REVIEW OF THE TOPICS IN GENERAL LINE BEFORE THE FINAL EXAM Lecture

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:
References:	Anthony Kenny, Batı Felsefesinin Yeni Tarihi, (4. Cild), Küre Yayınları Etienne Gilson, Ortaçağ’da Felsefe, Kabalcı Yayınevi Mahmut Kaya, İslam Filozoflarından Felsefe Metinleri, Klasik Yayınları (London, 1993). 8- Arnaldez, Roger, Averroes: A Rationalist in Islam (Notre Dame: University of Notre Dame Press, 2000).

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	14	% 10
Midterms	1	% 40
Final	1	% 50
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 50
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	3	42
Presentations / Seminar	1	3	3
Homework Assignments	2	10	20
Midterms	1	15	15
Final	1	15	15
Total Workload			95

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

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

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Comprehend the conceptual importance of the game in the field of communication, ability to implement the player centered application to provide design.
2)	Analyze, synthesize, and evaluate information and ideas from various perspectives.
3)	Analyze the key elements that make up specific game genres, forms of interactions, mode of narratives and understand how they are employed effectively to create a successful game.
4)	Understand game design theories and methods as well as implement them during game development; to make enjoyable, attractive, instructional and immersive according to the target audience.
5)	Understand the technology and computational principles involved in developing games and master the use of game engines.
6)	Understand the process of creation and use of 2D and 3D assets and animation for video games.
7)	Understand and master the theories and methodologies of understanding and measuring player experience and utilize them during game development process.
8)	Comprehend and master how ideas, concepts and topics are conveyed via games followed by the utilization of these aspects during the development process.
9)	Manage the game design and development process employing complete documentation; following the full game production pipeline via documentation.
10)	Understand and employ the structure and work modes of game development teams; comprehend the responsibilities of team members and collaborations between them while utilizing this knowledge in practice.
11)	Understand the process of game publishing within industry standards besides development and utilize this knowledge practice.
12)	Pitching a video game to developers, publishers, and players; mastering the art of effectively communicating and marketing the features and commercial potential of new ideas, concepts or games.