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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
SOC2007 Sociological Perspectives Spring
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: Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi KAYA AKYILDIZ
Course Lecturer(s): Dr. Öğr. Üyesi KAYA AKYILDIZ
Recommended Optional Program Components: "."
Course Objectives: This course is designed to analyze different sociological perspectives. In this respect we aim to evaluate social theories and how they look at social issues, their causes and consequences.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
The students who succeeded in this course will be able to:

1) Analyse different sociological perspectives.
2) Evaluate theories of classical and contemporary sociology.
3) Critical assessment of social inequalities.
4) Formulate an empirical model to explain theoretical concepts.
5) Design a qualitative and/or quantitative research in the field of social stratification and inequalities.

Course Content

In this course we will analyze the sociological issues, theories of classical and contemporary sociology along with the debates. In addition to the main theories we will evaluate theorists and investigators, including Auguste Comte, Emile Durkheim, Karl Marx, Max Weber.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction: What is Sociological Theory?
2) Introduction: Society and Illusion Read the related chapter / readings before coming to class
3) The Prophets of Paris: Saint Simon and Comte Read the related chapter / readings before coming to class
4) Sociology in the Underground: Karl Marx Read the related chapter / readings before coming to class
5) The Last Gentleman: Alexis de Tocqueville and Nietzsche’s Madness Read the related chapter / readings before coming to class
6) Film and Discussion—Documentary Read the related chapter / readings before coming to class
7) Course review and midterm
8) The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism Read the related chapter / readings before coming to class
9) Dreyfus’s Empire: Emile Durkheim Read the related chapter / readings before coming to class
10) The Discovery of the Invisible World Read the related chapter / readings before coming to class
11) The Construction of the Social System Read the related chapter / readings before coming to class
12) Erving Goffman and the Theatre of Social Encounters Read the related chapter / readings before coming to class
13) Erving Goffman and the Theatre of Social Encounters Read the related chapter / readings before coming to class
14) Homework submission presentations of research projects

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: The discovery of society, Collins and Makowsky
http://www.mcgraw-hill.co.uk/html/0071267603.html
Sociological classics, edited by Kauzlarich
http://vig.pearsoned.co.uk/catalog/academic/product/0,1144,0131918060,00.html

And weekly readings

References: "."

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 10
Homework Assignments 1 % 20
Presentation 1 % 10
Midterms 1 % 20
Final 1 % 40
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 14 3 42
Presentations / Seminar 1 10 10
Homework Assignments 1 10 10
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 20 20
Total Workload 126

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) They acquire theoretical, historical and aesthetic knowledge specific to their field by using methods and techniques related to performing arts (acting, dance, music, etc.). 2
2) They have knowledge about art culture and aesthetics and they provide the unity of theory and practice in their field. 2
3) They are aware of national and international values in performing arts. 2
4) Abstract and concrete concepts of performing arts; can transform it into creative thinking, innovative and original works. 1
5) They have the sensitivity to run a business successfully in their field. 3
6) Develops the ability to perceive, think, design and implement multidimensional from local to universal. 3
7) They have knowledge about the disciplines that the performing arts field is related to and can evaluate the interaction of the sub-disciplines within their field. 2
8) They develop the ability to perceive, design, and apply multidimensionality by having knowledge about artistic criticism methods. 3
9) They can share original works related to their field with the society and evaluate their results and question their own work by using critical methods. 1
10) They follow English language resources related to their field and can communicate with foreign colleagues in their field. 1
11) By becoming aware of national and international values in the field of performing arts, they can transform abstract and concrete concepts into creative thinking, innovative and original works. 3
12) They can produce original works within the framework of an interdisciplinary understanding of art. 2
13) Within the framework of the Performing Arts Program and the units within it, they become individuals who are equipped to take part in the universal platform in their field. 3
14) Within the Performing Arts Program, according to the field of study; have competent technical knowledge in the field of acting and musical theater. 2
15) They use information and communication technologies together with computer software that is at least at the Advanced Level of the European Computer Use License as required by the field. 3