MATHEMATICS (TURKISH, PHD)
PhD TR-NQF-HE: Level 8 QF-EHEA: Third Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 8

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
HEA5005 Sociology of Higher Education Fall 3 0 3 8
The course opens with the approval of the Department at the beginning of each semester

Basic information

Language of instruction: En
Type of course: Departmental Elective
Course Level:
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi NESRİN GÜLÜM
Course Objectives: In this course students will develop a sociological understanding of higher education.
Using both theory and empirical evidence, we will explore issues relating to the impact of social factors on higher education. Particular attention
will be paid to the role that higher education plays in promoting social mobility as well as
social reproduction. Specific topics to be covered include models of higher education, the application of Sociological theories to issues in higher education, access to college, Affirmative Action, standardized testing, and class, race, and gender-based differences in educational outcomes and retention.

Learning Outputs

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Upon completion of this course students will be able to demonstrate:
• familiarity with major sociological theoretical perspectives on education
• understanding of how social inequalities in regard to race, class and gender
affect post-secondary educational outcomes,
• the ability to analyze educational processes and practices through a sociological lens

• the ability to develop and write essays that integrate multiple perspectives on Sociology of Higher Education-related topics

Course Content

Introduction to basic principles of sociology, sociological theory and concepts, cultural patterns and social structure analysis, social science and research methodology. This course in sociology as a field of possibilities, in the light of principles of social scientific interest in the real world and establish a clear landmark in the dynamic and rapidly changing social structure. In this course, parents of students studying at higher education institutions, schools, business and social environment will be analyzed from their lives. Intellectual and personal preferences of individuals, how it is shaped into the environment in which the aims and tendencies will be examined.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction Meeting,course definiton,subject list,informing about course processes.
2) Introduction to basic principles of sociology Theories and concepts in sociology
3) Introduction to basic principles of sociology Sosyolojide kuram ve kavramlar
4) Analysis of cultural patterns and social structure Family,school,business and social environment analysis of students studying at higher education institutions
5) Analysis of cultural patterns and social structure Family,school,business and social environment analysis of students studying at higher education institutions
6) Sociological Approaches in Higher Education Structural functionalism and Theory of conflict
7) Sociological Approaches in Higher Education Structural functionalism and Theory of conflict
8) Sociological Approaches in Higher Education Positive Action and Alternative Admission Standards
9) Sociological Approaches in Higher Education Social Mobility and Social Reproduction
10) Sociological Approaches in Higher Education Social Mobility and Social Reproduction
11) Sociological Approaches in Higher Education Higher Social Classes
12) Sociological Approaches in Higher Education Higher Social Classes
13) Sociological Approaches in Higher Education Higher Education of Racial and Ethnic Issues
14) Sociological Approaches in Higher Education Higher Education of Racial and Ethnic Issues

Sources

Course Notes: Koçer, H.A. Türkiye'de Modern Eğitimin Doğuşu ve Gelişimi. İstanbul: Millî Eğitim bas. 197 Mıhçıoğlu, C. Üniversiteye Girişin Yeniden Düzenlenmesi. Bugünkü Durum ve Öneriler. Ankara: Eğitim Fakültesi yay. 1974 Payaslıoğlu, A. Türkiye'de Yüksek Öğretim Kurumlarına Öğrenci Seçme ve Yerleştirme Sistemi. Ankara: ÖSYM AraştırmaGeliştirme Birimi yay.1985 ÜSYM Yükseköğretime Geçişte Fırsat Eşitliği. Ankara: ÖSYM yay.1979
References: Anar, S. Eğitim Sosyolojisindeki Gelişmelerin Değerlendirilmesi. Çağdaş Eğitim. 70,1982. 21-25. Floud, J. Eğitim ve Endüstriyel Toplum. TOPÇUOĞLU, H./v.b. Eğitim Sosyolojisi (Kaynak Metinler). Ankara: Eğitim Fakültesi yay. 1971. 5.205-209. Goode, W.S./H, P.K. Sosyal Bilimlerde Araştırma Metotları. Ankara: S.S.Y.B. Sosyal Hizmetler Müdürlüğü yay. 1964 Kösemihal, N.Ş. Sosyoloji Tarihi. İstanbul: Remzi, 1968

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 10
Laboratory 0 % 0
Application 0 % 0
Field Work 0 % 0
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) 0 % 0
Quizzes 0 % 0
Homework Assignments 0 % 0
Presentation 0 % 0
Project 0 % 0
Seminar 0 % 0
Midterms 1 % 30
Preliminary Jury % 0
Final 1 % 60
Paper Submission % 0
Jury % 0
Bütünleme % 0
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 14 3 42
Laboratory 0 0 0
Application 0 0 0
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) 14 3 42
Field Work 0 0 0
Study Hours Out of Class 14 3 42
Presentations / Seminar 4 3 12
Project 6 5 30
Homework Assignments 0 0 0
Quizzes 2 2 4
Preliminary Jury 0
Midterms 1 10 10
Paper Submission 0
Jury 0
Final 1 15 15
Total Workload 197

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution