Code | Name of the Course Unit | Semester | In-Class Hours (T+P) | Credit | ECTS Credit |
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SBU434 | LATIN AMERICA IN WORLD POLITICS | 5 | 3 | 3 | 5 |
GENERAL INFORMATION |
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Language of Instruction : | Turkish |
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 | Assoc.Prof. SARP BAĞCAN |
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit | |
Course Prerequisite | No |
OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS |
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Objectives of the Course Unit: | This course aims to introduce Turkish foreign policy beginning from the foundation of Turkish Republic in order to reach to independent thinking and improve aptitude for deeply evaluating foreign policy. |
Contents of the Course Unit: | Contents of the course include factors effecting Turkish foreign policy, role of decision makers, effect of systematic factors on Turkish foreign policy, relations with the Middle East, Europe, Asia, Balkans, Causations, relations with international organizations, breaking points in foreign policy of Turkey. |
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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Relate between ideas, thoughts, theories and approaches shaped Turkish foreign policy in a proper way |
Interpret factors having effect on the formation of Turkish foreign policy |
Relate for causation regarding the reasons of changes in Turkish foreign policy |
Analyze historical development and basic dynamics of Turkish foreign policy by relating them with present day foreign policy |
WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY |
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Week | Preparatory | Topics(Subjects) | Method |
1 | - | Preliminary information for basic concepts of the course, aim of the course and content | Lecture, Question – Answer |
2 | Reading and Literature Review | History of Latin America Colonial Period | Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
3 | Reading and Literature Review | History of Latin America Modern Period | Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
4 | Reading and Literature Review | Political Panorama in Latin America | Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
5 | Reading and Literature Review | Economic Panorama in Latin America | Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
6 | Reading and Literature Review | Regional Integration Models in Latin America I | Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
7 | Reading and Literature Review | Regional Integration Models in Latin America II | Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
8 | - | MID-TERM EXAM | - |
9 | Reading and Literature Review | Relations of Latin America With Global Powers | Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
10 | Reading and Literature Review | Brazil | Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
11 | Reading and Literature Review | Argentina | Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
12 | Reading and Literature Review | Venezuela | Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
13 | Reading and Literature Review | Paraguay-Uruguay | Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
14 | Reading and Literature Review | Relations Between Latin America-Turkey | Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
15 | Revision | Preparation for the exam: General and comparative evaluation of former subjects. Revision of basic points. | Lecture, Question – Answer |
16 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
17 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING |
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Ermagan, I, (2017). Dunya Siyasetinde Latin Amerika. Istanbul: Nobel Publications. |
Narlı N., Kuntay,B. (2014). Latin Amerika’yi Anlamak. Istanbul: Bahcesehir University Publications. |
Chasteen, J. C. (2012). Latin Amerika Tarihi. İstanbul: Say Yayınları. |
Thomas V. B. (Ed.) (2001). Regional Integration in Latin America and the Caribbean: The Political Economy of Open Regionalism. NewYork: Institut of Latin American Studies. Kirby, P. (2003). Introduction to Latin America. NewYork: Sage. |
Dabene, O. (2009). The Politics of Regional Integration in Latin America. NewYork: Palgrave. |
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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Describe basic communication theories with the knowledge gained in public relations and publicity.
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List the main features of communication in items.
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Interpret the basic characteristics of communication and create a creative solution to ensure reconciliation in an existing communication problem.
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KNOWLEDGE |
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Factual |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Use the basic information in the field of Public Relations and Publicity in interdisciplinary studies.
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Evaluate the knowledge related to social and natural sciences and produce projects in professional life.
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Tell the basic concepts of public relations and advertising in detail.
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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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Analyze and evaluate social events at national and international level in the light of current debates.
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Use the leadership, communication and presentation skills in occupational events.
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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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Follow the innovations in the field of communication and important written and oral communication tools related to the field.
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Write press releases for the purpose of introducing the institution he/she works at or owns.
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Create communication programs within the public relations and advertising campaign.
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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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Use published domestic and foreign data sources related to public relations and advertising in the field of communication and communication area in his / her own works such as articles and projects.
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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 the planning processes of past communication programs, public relations and advertising practices.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Communication & Social |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Use communication techniques in the right place, environment and time.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Occupational and/or Vocational |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Plan communication programs in the awareness of ethical values in the professional work.
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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 | 13 | 5 | 65 |
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 | 1 | 10 | 10 |
Mid-Term Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 |
Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Preparation for the Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
TOTAL | 31 | 0 | 129 |
Total Workload of the Course Unit | 129 | ||
Workload (h) / 25.5 | 5,1 | ||
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit | 5,0 |