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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4) |
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 |
1) |
To have theoretical and practical knowledge required to fulfill professional roles and functions of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation field. |
2 |
2) |
To act in accordance with ethical principles and values in professional practice. |
1 |
3) |
To use life-long learning, problem-solving and critical thinking skills. |
4 |
4) |
To define evidence-based practices and determine problem solving methods in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation practices, using theories in health promotion, protection and care. |
1 |
5) |
To take part in research, projects and activities within sense of social responsibility and interdisciplinary approach. |
3 |
6) |
To have skills for training and consulting according to health education needs of individual, family and the community. |
1 |
7) |
To be sensitive to health problems of the community and to be able to offer solutions. |
3 |
8) |
To be able to use skills for effective communication. |
5 |
9) |
To be able to select and use modern tools, techniques and modalities in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation practices; to be able to use health information technologies effectively. |
1 |
10) |
To be able to search for literature in health sciences databases and information sources to access to information and use the information effectively. |
1 |
11) |
To be able to monitor occupational information using at least one foreign language, to collaborate and communicate with colleagues at international level. |
1 |
12) |
To be a role model with contemporary and professional identity. |
4 |