Language of instruction: |
English |
Type of course: |
Non-Departmental Elective |
Course Level: |
Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
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Mode of Delivery: |
Face to face
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Course Coordinator : |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi TİRŞE ERBAYSAL FİLİBELİ |
Course Lecturer(s): |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi TİRŞE ERBAYSAL FİLİBELİ
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Recommended Optional Program Components: |
Lind, R. An (2009). Race/Gender/Media: Considering Diversity Across Audiences, Content, and Producers
ISBN-10: 0205537359 |
Course Objectives: |
Discrimination is one of the main and deepest problems of today’s media as it is also a main problem for all societies. On the other hand, diversity is one of the most popular concepts in media. Focusing on media’s role on creating and distributing stereotypes and cultural images, this course aims to inform students about major theories on media, diversity and discrimination issues, to develop a critical perspective on media coverage and to be an occasion for students to deeply discuss about current media content. |
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Subject |
Related Preparation |
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Introduction to the course |
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2) |
Key concepts: stereotypes, discrimination, media pluralism and diversity |
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3) |
Cultural diversity and minority groups 1: race and ethnicity |
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Cultural diversity and minority groups 2: religion and ethnicity |
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5) |
Discussion: Fact-Checking 101 |
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6) |
Peace studies: Structural and cultural violence |
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7) |
Gender studies part 1: image, role and social conditions of women
Gender studies part 2: representation of LGBTQI+ and sexual orientation |
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8) |
People with disabilities and age discrimination
Media representation of children and young people |
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9) |
Media pluralism and diversity |
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10) |
Media pluralism 2.0: Digital threats and democracy
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11) |
Discussion: Can an algorithm be racist? |
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12) |
Presentations |
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13) |
Presentations |
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14) |
Review of the term |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
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Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and electric-electronic engineering subjects; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems. |
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2) |
Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. |
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3) |
Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions may include factors such as economic and environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety issues, and social and political issues, according to the nature of the design.) |
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4) |
Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for electrical-electronic engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively. |
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5) |
Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating engineering problems. |
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6) |
Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually. |
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7) |
Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. |
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8) |
Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself. |
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Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility. |
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10) |
Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. |
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11) |
Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions. |
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