Code | Name of the Course Unit | Semester | In-Class Hours (T+P) | Credit | ECTS Credit |
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POL420 | AFRICA IN WORLD POLITICS | 5 | 3 | 3 | 5 |
GENERAL INFORMATION |
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Language of Instruction : | English |
Level of the Course Unit : | BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle |
Type of the Course : | Elective |
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit | - |
Coordinator of the Course Unit | Assist.Prof. HABİBE GÜNGÖR |
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit | |
Course Prerequisite | No |
OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS |
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Objectives of the Course Unit: | The aim of the course is to provide students with detailed information about the political life, political history, political culture and developments in the region, conflicts and relations with other regions. |
Contents of the Course Unit: | The content of the course covers topics such as the political history of Africa, colonization, independence, problems in the post-colonial process, ethnic and cultural differences, the formation of political culture, conflicts and solutions. |
KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to) |
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Discusses in detail the process of Africa's inclusion in the world economy and political arena. Evaluates conflicts in Africa and possible solutions in the light of existing theories Analyzes changing relationships between African states, regions and non-African regions Evaluates the political processes in Africa within international social, political and economic contexts |
WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY |
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Week | Preparatory | Topics(Subjects) | Method |
1 | - | Introduction, An Overview of African States and Societies | - |
2 | Reading relevant book section on the subject | Political Life of Precolonial Africa | Lecture, question-answer, discussion method |
3 | Reading relevant book section on the subject | Colonization and Liberation Movements | Lecture, question-answer, discussion method |
4 | Reading relevant book section on the subject | Africa in the Post-Colonial Process | Lecture, question-answer, discussion method |
5 | Reading relevant book section on the subject | Political Systems in Africa | Lecture, question-answer, discussion method |
6 | Reading relevant book section on the subject | Political Systems in Africa | Lecture, question-answer, discussion method |
7 | Reading relevant book section on the subject | Ethnic Policies | Lecture, question-answer, discussion method |
8 | - | MID-TERM EXAM | - |
9 | Reading relevant book section on the subject | Political Violence | Lecture, question-answer, discussion method |
10 | Reading relevant book section on the subject | Political Violence | Lecture, question-answer, discussion method |
11 | Reading relevant book section on the subject | Economic Development | Lecture, question-answer, discussion method |
12 | Reading relevant book section on the subject | Culture, Ethics and Religion in Africa | Lecture, question-answer, discussion method |
13 | Reading relevant book section on the subject | Changes in Political Geography and Participation in the International Arena | Lecture, question-answer, discussion method |
14 | Reading relevant book section on the subject | Current Conflicts and Issues | Lecture, question-answer, discussion method |
15 | Reading relevant book section on the subject | General Evaluation | Lecture, question-answer, discussion method |
16 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
17 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING |
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Dowden, R. (2010), Africa: Altered States, Ordinary Miracles, PublicAffairs, New York. |
Herbst, J. (2000), States and Power in Africa, Princeton University Press. |
Hyden, Goran (2006), African Politics in Comparative Perspective. New York: Cambridge University Press. |
Wlater Ol Oyugi, E.S. Atieno Odhiambo, Michael Chege and Afrifa K. Gitonga eds. (1998), |
Democratic Theory and Practice in Africa, Portsmouth, NH: Heinimann. |
Chazan, N., Lewis, P., Mortimer, R., Rothchild, D., & Stedman, S. J. (1999). Africa in World Politics. In N. Chazan, P. Lewis, R. Mortimer, D. Rothchild, & S. J. Stedman (Eds.), Politics and Society in Contemporary Africa (pp. 421–462). Macmillan Education UK. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-349-14490-7_13 |
Cooper, F. (2014). Africa in the World: Capitalism, Empire, Nation-State (Illustrated edition). Harvard University Press. |
Chazan, N., Lewis, P., Mortimer, R., Rothchild, D., & Stedman, S. J. (1999). Africa in World Politics. In N. Chazan, P. Lewis, R. Mortimer, D. Rothchild, & S. J. Stedman (Eds.), Politics and Society in Contemporary Africa (pp. 421–462). Macmillan Education UK. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-349-14490-7_13 |
Cooper, F. (2014). Africa in the World: Capitalism, Empire, Nation-State (Illustrated edition). Harvard University Press. |
Harbeson, J. W. (2013). Africa in World Politics: Engaging A Changing Global Order (5th edition). Routledge. |
Harshé, R. (2019). Africa in World Affairs: Politics of Imperialism, the Cold War and Globalisation (1st edition). Routledge India. |
Young, C. (2012). The Postcolonial State in Africa: Fifty Years of Independence, 1960–2010 (1st edition). University of Wisconsin Press. |
ASSESSMENT |
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Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities | Number of Activities | Degree of Contribution (%) | Description |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
KNOWLEDGE |
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Theoretical |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Explain the historical development process of Aviation Management.
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Use computer programs related to Aviation Transportation.
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Define basic concepts related with aviation management.
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KNOWLEDGE |
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Factual |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Relate the information and facts in the field with other social sciences such as law, sociology, philosophy and history.
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Classify the relationship between the basic functions of the business and the interactions between these functions.
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Apply knowledge and skills related to his / her field by considering the legal aspect of occupational health and safety.
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Explain the concepts of entrepreneurship and innovation with the field.
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SKILLS |
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Cognitive |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Manage operational activities related to the airline.
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Gain lifelong learning skills and use knowledge of the field in the business life with the awareness of social responsibility.
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SKILLS |
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Practical |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Prepare written agreements with relevant institutions in accordance with the legislation.
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Perform the theoretical and practical knowledge related to the field with appropriate analytical methods and modeling techniques in business life.
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Manage all phases from planning to implementation of aviation operations as a member of a team.
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Cooperate with stakeholders related to air transport.
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Develop the modern techniques and tools necessary for applications related to the field.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Autonomy & Responsibility |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Execute a study in his/her field independently.
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Decide as an individual or a team member to solve the problems encountered in applications related to the field.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Learning to Learn |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Evaluate advanced knowledge and skills in his/her field with a critical approach.
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Apply activities to improve his/her performance and his / her responsibility in line with the learning objectives by determining the learning needs.
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Communication & Social |
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Communicate with people and institutions related to the field in writing and verbally.
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Explain his/her thoughts on the issues related to the field and suggestions for solutions to the problems by the related departments by using supporting quantitative and qualitative data.
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Organize projects and activities for the social environment with social responsibility consciousness and to be able to apply those.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Occupational and/or Vocational |
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Manage airports and terminal operations efficiently using aviation and business information.
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WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT |
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Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities |
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Type of the Learning Activites | Learning Activities (# of week) | Duration (hours, h) | Workload (h) |
Lecture & In-Class Activities | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Preliminary & Further Study | 14 | 2 | 28 |
Land Surveying | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Group Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Reading | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Assignment (Homework) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Project Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Internship | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Technical Visit | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Web Based Learning | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Implementation/Application/Practice | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Practice at a workplace | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Occupational Activity | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Social Activity | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Thesis Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Field Study | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Report Writing | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Final Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Preparation for the Final Exam | 2 | 14 | 28 |
Mid-Term Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam | 2 | 14 | 28 |
Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Preparation for the Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
TOTAL | 34 | 0 | 128 |
Total Workload of the Course Unit | 128 | ||
Workload (h) / 25.5 | 5 | ||
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit | 5,0 |