| PSYCHOLOGY | |||||
| Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 | ||
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
| NMD3102 | Globalization and Media | Spring | 3 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
| 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 : | Assoc. Prof. TİRŞE ERBAYSAL FİLİBELİ |
| Course Lecturer(s): |
Assoc. Prof. TİRŞE ERBAYSAL FİLİBELİ |
| Recommended Optional Program Components: | None. |
| Course Objectives: | This course aims to focus on the concepts of globalization, communication and journalism from a theoretical perspective. It also analyzes the transformation of global media and communication in terms of new technologies and new media. |
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The students who have succeeded in this course; Student who will complete this course; 1. Remember • Define key concepts such as globalization, cultural imperialism, post-truth, and consumer society. • Identify major theorists and their contributions to the fields of media, globalization, and communication. 2. Understand • Describe how digital technologies and big data influence contemporary media practices. • Summarize the role of media in shaping cultural identity and global perceptions. 3. Apply • Demonstrate how theories of globalization and media can be applied to analyze real-world examples. • Use theoretical frameworks to examine the influence of global news networks and social media on public opinion. 4. Analyze • Analyze the implications of platform capitalism, data mining, big data, and digital surveillance on society and democracy. • Examine how populism affects global communication. 5. Evaluate • Critique consumer society using the concepts discussed in the course. 6. Create • Develop a project or paper that reflects an in-depth analysis of media globalization and its impact on culture, politics, or communication. • Propose solutions to address challenges in the digital information sphere, such as misinformation and algorithmic bias. |
| This course examines the relationship between globalization, communication and journalism from a theoretical perspective and analyzes the global communication in terms of new technologies. Course Teaching Method includes discussion, case study, demonstration and practice, assignments, project preparation, individual and group work. |
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | Introduction to the course | |
| 2) | What is Globalization? | |
| 3) | Globalization and the Notions of Time & Space | |
| 4) | Understanding the Bond Between Media and Globalism | |
| 5) | Culture and Cultural Imperialism | |
| 6) | Post-truth & Informational Sphere (Echo Chambers, Filter Bubbles etc.) | |
| 7) | Midterm Exam | |
| 8) | Practice: examining news | |
| 9) | Post-truth & Populism | |
| 10) | Big Data & Data Mining | |
| 11) | Post-truth & populism | |
| 12) | Big Data & Data Mining | |
| 13) | Consumer Society | |
| 14) | General Review |
| Course Notes / Textbooks: | "Theories of Globalization", William I. Robinson "Time and Space Reunited", Zygmunt Bauman "Media and Globalization", Douglas Kellner &Clayton Pierce "Consumer Society", Jean Baudrillard |
| References: | "Theories of Globalization", William I. Robinson "Time and Space Reunited", Zygmunt Bauman "Media and Globalization", Douglas Kellner &Clayton Pierce "Consumer Society", Jean Baudrillard |
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Attendance | 13 | % 10 |
| Presentation | 1 | % 10 |
| Midterms | 1 | % 35 |
| Final | 1 | % 45 |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 55 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 45 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
| Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
| Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 5 | 70 |
| Presentations / Seminar | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Midterms | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Final | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Total Workload | 121 | ||
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | To develop an interest in the human mind and behavior, to be able to evaluate theories using empirical findings, to understand that psychology is an evidence-based science by acquiring critical thinking skills. | |
| 2) | To gain a biopsychosocial perspective on human behavior. To understand the biological, psychological, and social variables of behavior. | |
| 3) | To learn the basic concepts in psychology and the theoretical and practical approaches used to study them (e.g. basic observation and interview techniques). | |
| 4) | To acquire the methods and skills to access and write information using English as the dominant language in the psychological literature, to recognize and apply scientific research and data evaluation techniques (e.g. correlational, experimental, cross-sectional and longitudinal studies, case studies). | |
| 5) | To be against discrimination and prejudice; to have ethical concerns while working in research and practice areas. | |
| 6) | To recognize the main subfields of psychology (experimental, developmental, clinical, cognitive, social and industrial/organizational psychology) and their related fields of study and specialization. | |
| 7) | To acquire the skills necessary for analyzing, interpreting and presenting the findings as well as problem posing, hypothesizing and data collection, which are the basic elements of scientific studies. | |
| 8) | To gain the basic knowledge and skills necessary for psychological assessment and evaluation. | |
| 9) | To acquire basic knowledge of other disciplines (medicine, genetics, biology, economics, sociology, political science, communication, philosophy, anthropology, literature, law, art, etc.) that will contribute to psychology and to use this knowledge in the understanding and interpretation of psychological processes. | |
| 10) | To develop sensitivity towards social problems; to take responsibility in activities that benefit the field of psychology and society. | |
| 11) | To have problem solving skills and to be able to develop the necessary analytical approaches for this. | |
| 12) | To be able to criticize any subject in business and academic life and to be able to express their thoughts. |