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NUTRITION AND DIETETIC (ENGLISH)
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
GEP0511 European History Fall
Spring
3 0 3 5
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: GE-Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: E-Learning
Course Coordinator : Assoc. Prof. DERYA TARBUCK
Course Lecturer(s): Assoc. Prof. DERYA TARBUCK
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to thematically analyze important events of the Early Modern European History. Political, Social, Religious and Intellectual events will be discussed following the chronological order.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
By the end of this course, students will be able to
• Describe the main events that occured in Europe
• Identify the key factors which have contributed to the rise of Enlightenment ideas.
• Understand the key theoretical arguments and concepts used to explain the nature of the Scientific Revolution.
• Discuss and evaluate the reasons of Industrial revolution.
• Employing key concepts/theoretical arguments, analyze the impact of the French Revolution in Europe.
. Understand the major events in European history in chronological order.
. Develop a chronological understanding of events, and engage critically with historical texts and thematic discussions.

Course Content

The transition from the Middle Ages to the Early Modern Era.
Early Modern identities and social structures.
Absolutist regimes and systems of government.
Political and economic effects of geographical discoveries.
The Renaissance and Humanism.
Reformation and Counter-Reformation movements.
Political changes in the Early Modern Era (Peasant Wars, Thirty Years' War, etc.).
The Scientific Revolution and the Age of Enlightenment.
The effects of the French Revolution and the Industrial Revolution.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to the Course
2) An Assessment of Europe’s Transition from the Middle Ages to the Early Modern Age
3) Early Modern Identities We explore the formation and evolution of identities during the early modern period, including religious, national, and social identities.
4) Absolutist Regimes Focuses on the development of absolutist political systems in countries such as France, Spain, and Russia.
5) Geographical Discoveries Examines the 15th- and 16th-century overseas explorations and their transformative impact on Europe and the world.
6) Renaissance and Humanism
7) Reformation and Counter-Reformation Explores the religious upheavals of the sixteenth century, including Martin Luther’s challenge to the Catholic Church and the subsequent Catholic reform efforts.
8) Midterm Week Midterm1
9) Political Changes in the Early Modern Period (Peasant Wars, Thirty Years' War, etc.)
10) Scientific Revolution (Copernicus, Galileo, Kepler, and Newton and consider the philosophical implications of their discoveries.)
11) Enlightenment
12) Enlightenment II Midterm II Assessment covering Weeks 7 to 10.
13) French Revolution
14) Industrial Revolution Explores the transformation of economies and societies brought about by industrialization.

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Stephen J Lee, Aspects of European History (Routledge, 1982)
Norman Davies, Europe, A History (Oxford, 1996)
Mary Wiesner Hanks, Europe
References: Stephen J Lee, Aspects of European History (Routledge, 1982)
Norman Davies, Europe, A History (Oxford, 1996)
Mary Wiesner Hanks, Europe

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 2 % 40
Final 1 % 60
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 13 3 39
Study Hours Out of Class 12 6 72
Midterms 2 2 4
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 117

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) To use theoretic and methodological approach, evidence-based principles and scientific literature in Nutrition and Dietetics field systematically for practice. 4
2) To have theoretic and practical knowledge for individual's, family's and the community's health promotion and protection. 3
3) To assess nutritional status of risky groups in nutrition related problems (pregnant, babies, adolescences, elders, etc.) 5
4) To use healthcare, information technologies for Nutrition and Dietetic practice and research. 4
5) To communicate effectively with advisee, colleagues for effective professional relationships. 4
6) To be able to monitor occupational information using at least one foreign language, to collaborate and communicate with colleagues at international level. 5
7) To use life-long learning, problem-solving and critical thinking skills. 4
8) To act in accordance with ethical principles and values in professional practice. 3
9) To take part in research, projects and activities within sense of social responsibility and interdisciplinary approach. 3
10) To be able to search for literature in health sciences databases and information sources to access to information and use the information effectively. 4
11) To take responsibility and participate in the processes actively for training of other dieticians, education of health professionals and individuals about nutrition. 5
12) To carry out dietetic practices considering cultural differences and different health needs of different groups in the community. 4