DIGITAL GAME DESIGN
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
GEP0513	History of Religions	Fall	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:
Course Coordinator :	Dr. BURCU ALARSLAN ULUDAŞ
Course Lecturer(s):	Prof. Dr. İSMAİL TAŞPINAR
Recommended Optional Program Components:	None
Course Objectives:	To learn about the concept of religion, theories about the origins of religions, the basic features of religions, the basic features of religions that emerged in history and have followers today. Thus, to have an accurate and up-to-date idea about religions, which are an important component of culture.

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. To have knowledge about the basic concepts of the History of Religions.
2. Learning the subjects and research methods of the History of Religions discipline.
3. To obtain basic information about Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam, which are important religious traditions today.

Course Content

The student taking this course will have a different perspective and approach when examining other disciplines within the General Education Program, which brings together different research areas of social sciences.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction to the History of Religions course, basic topics and resources. topic narration
2)	Theories on the origin of religions.
3)	Common features of religions.
4)	Introduction to Hinduism: its periods and holy books.
5)	Basic beliefs of Hinduism, god, castes, avatar, yoga.
6)	Buddhism, its teachings, holy books,
7)	Buddhism basic beliefs and holidays
8)	1st Midterm Exam
9)	introduction to judaism Judaism basic beliefs, Bible
10)	Prayers, holidays, sects of Judaism.
11)	Introduction to Christianity
12)	Hıristiyanlığın temel inançları, teslis doktrini.
13)	Worships, holidays, sects of Christianity
14)	Introduction to Islam: basic beliefs, holidays, sects

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:
References:	1. Abdurrahman Küçük – Günay Tümer, Dinler Tarihi, Ocak Yayınları. 2. Yaşayan Dünya Dinleri, Anadolu Üniversitesi, Açıköğretim Fakültesi yayınları. 3. Yaşayan Dünya Dinleri, Diyanet İşleri Başkanlığı Yayınları. 4. İsmail Taşpınar, Doğu Dinlerinde Hac İbadeti – Hinduizm ve Budizm, Marmara İlahiyat Vakfı Yayınları

Evaluation System

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

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.