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
GEP1513	History of Religions	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:	Turkish
Type of course:	GE-Elective
Course Level:	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	Hybrid
Course Coordinator :	Assist. Prof. BURCU ALARSLAN ULUDAŞ
Recommended Optional Program Components:	None
Course Objectives:	To learn about the concept of religion, theories about the origins of religions, basic features of religions, 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.
4.Can compare religions in terms of their similar, different and common points.
5.Can interpret basic teachings and messages of the scriptures.
6.Can classifies religions from various angles.
7.Can understand the relations between culture and religions.

Course Content

Introduction to the History of Religions, Methods of Comparative Study of Religions, Confucianism, Taoism, Shintoism, Zoroastrianism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam.
Derste kullanılan öğretim yöntem ve teknikleri: anlatım, bireysel çalışma, okuma, tartışma, konuk, gözlem ve dijital kaynakların kullanımıdır.

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. topic narration
3)	Religions have common features. topic narration
4)	Introduction to Hinduism: periods and holy books. topic narration
5)	foundation of Hinduism beliefs, god, castes, avatar, yoga. topic narration
6)	Buddhism, its teachings, holy books, topic narration
7)	Buddhism core beliefs and holidays topic narration
8)	Midterm Week
9)	introduction to judaism Judaism basic beliefs, Bible topic narration
10)	Judaism's prayers, holidays, sects Lecture explanation
11)	Introduction to Christianity Lecture
12)	Basic beliefs of Christianity, doctrine of the trinity. topic narration
13)	Christian worship, holidays, sects Explanation of the subject
14)	Introduction to Islam: basic beliefs, holidays, sects Explanation of the subject

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

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	13	3	39
Study Hours Out of Class	12	6	72
Midterms	1	2	2
Final	1	2	2
Total Workload			115

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.