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Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
POL6010 | Political Theory | Spring | 3 | 0 | 3 | 12 |
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
Language of instruction: | English |
Type of course: | Non-Departmental Elective |
Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
Course Coordinator : | Assist. Prof. GAYE İLHAN DEMİRYOL |
Recommended Optional Program Components: | none |
Course Objectives: | The aim of the course is to familiarize the student with core concepts in the history and contemporary political theory and grasp the path through which political theory evolved. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; The student will be exposed to philosophical and social scientific endeavors to explain and evaluate political institutions and behavior. The student will learn how to analyze and systematize various systems of ideas by examining primary as well as secondary sources. The student will thereby become better equipped to understand, participate in, and evaluate political processes. |
An application of methodological individualism to the study of collective decision making. The behavior of voters, bureaucrats and elected political agents will be examined. Special attention will be given to group theory, constitutional theory, and the economic reasons for limiting the size and growth of government. |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | Introduction: Political thinking in context | |
2) | Anciend and Medieval Political Thought | |
3) | Modern Political Thought | |
4) | Politics: Social Science and Ideology | |
5) | Classical Liberalism and Conservatism | |
6) | Anarchism and Marxism | |
7) | Political Economy: Individualist Perspectives | |
8) | Political Economy: Collectivist Perspectives | |
9) | Progressive Liberalism | |
10) | Varieties of Leftism | |
11) | Contemporary Social Movements | |
12) | Varieties of Conservatism | |
13) | Presentations and discussion | |
14) | Review of the course |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | Bastiat, Frederic. The Law Minogue, Kenneth. Politics: A Very Short Introduction [M] Schall, James V. AStudent's Guide to Liberal Learning Schumaker, Paul, et al. Great Ideas/Grand Schemes Budziszewski, J. "Politics of Virtues, Government of Knaves" Hayek, Friedrich. The Road to Serfdom [abridged] Hughes, Jonathan. "Regulatory Legerdemain" Kirk, Russell. "The Idea of Conservatism," from The Conservative Mind. "Three Types of Imagination," from "Introduction" to Irving Babbitt, • Literature and the American College Kuehnelt-Leddihn, Erik von. Leftism Revisited, Introduction, chs. 1-4. Locke, John. Second Treatise on Civil Government (excerpts) Lieber, Francis. "The Ancient and Modern Teacher of Politics," from Miscellaneous Writings Mitchell, William C., and Randy T. Simmons. "Political Pursuit of Private Gain: Coercive Redistribution" Portland Declaration Rahe, Paul. "Don Corleone, Multiculturalist" Rushdoony, Rousas John. Politics of Guilt and Pity, ch. 11:6 Samson, Steven Alan. "Models of Historical Interpretation," Contra Mundum Sumner, William Graham. "What Social Classes Owe Each Other." |
References: | Bronner, Stephen Eric. Twentieth Century Political Theory: A Reader Curtis, Michael, ed. The Nature of Politics Panichas, George A., ed. Modern Age: The First Twenty-Five Years Rothbard, Murray N. For a New Liberty: The Libertarian Manifesto Rushdoony, Rousas John. The One and the Many. Politics of Guilt and Pity Schumaker, Paul, et al. Ideological Voices: An Anthology Sorokin, Pitirim. The Crisis of Our Age Vasquez, John A. Classics of International Relations |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Attendance | 14 | % 10 |
Homework Assignments | 5 | % 25 |
Presentation | 1 | % 25 |
Final | 1 | % 40 |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 60 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 40 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 42 |
Application | 14 | 56 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 74 |
Final | 1 | 3 |
Total Workload | 175 |
No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
1) | Understands the principles of artistic creation and basic design and applies the art and design objects he creates within this framework. | |
2) | Conducts the multifaceted research required for textile and fashion design processes and analyzes and interprets the results. | |
3) | Creates original and applicable fabric, clothing and pattern designs by using elements from different historical periods and cultures in accordance with his purpose. | |
4) | Recognizes textile raw materials and equipments. | |
5) | Uses computer programs effectively in the garment and fabric surface design process. | |
6) | Has professional technical knowledge regarding the implementation of clothing designs and production; In this context, recognizes and uses technological tools and equipment. | |
7) | Understands the importance of interdisciplinary interaction and communication in textile and clothing design-production-presentation processes and reflects this on the processes. | |
8) | Works in a programmed and disciplined manner in professional practices. | |
9) | Realizes the necessity of lifelong learning to maintain his productivity, creativity and professional competence. | |
10) | Understands, adopts and applies ethical responsibilities in professional practices; Has knowledge of relevant legal regulations. | |
11) | Establishes effective visual, written and verbal communication in the field of textile and fashion design. | |
12) | Reflects his knowledge on current and contemporary issues from all fields to his professional theoretical and practical studies on textile and clothing design; Understands the social and universal effects of these issues. | |
13) | Has sufficient awareness about social justice, environmental awareness, quality culture and protection of cultural values. |