Code | Name of the Course Unit | Semester | In-Class Hours (T+P) | Credit | ECTS Credit |
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SOS445 | PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE | 5 | 3 | 3 | 5 |
GENERAL INFORMATION |
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Language of Instruction : | Turkish |
Level of the Course Unit : | , TYY: + , EQF-LLL: , QF-EHEA: |
Type of the Course : | Elective |
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit | - |
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Course Prerequisite | No |
OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS |
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Objectives of the Course Unit: | This course aims to enable students to use the basic concepts of knowledge theory, to distinguish the main trends in epistemology and philosophy of science, to discuss the basic problems related to the structure of knowledge and science. |
Contents of the Course Unit: | Contents of the course include the basic concepts and problems of the philosophy of knowledge. In addition to thematic discussions, parts of selected basic texts will be read and discussed in chronological order. |
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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Compares different currents in the philosophy of epistemology and science. |
Gives examples of the properties and stages of scientific method. |
Distinguishes the basic concepts of epistemology and philosophy of science. |
Evaluates science from the conceptual, historical and critical aspects. |
WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY |
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Week | Preparatory | Topics(Subjects) | Method |
1 | - | Introduction to knowledge and knowledge theory | Lecture, Discussion |
2 | Reading: Cevizci, p. 21-44. | Justification and trueness theories. | Lecture, Discussion |
3 | Reading: Ozlem, chapter 2. | The problem of knowledge sources. Empiricism, rationalism. | Lecture, Discussion |
4 | Reading: Cevizci, s. 44-68. | Possibility of knowledge. Scepticism. | Lecture, Discussion |
5 | Reading: Ozlem, chapter 3. | Scientific method: perception, observation, description, explanation. | Lecture, Discussion |
6 | Reading: Ozlem, chapter 4. | Scientific method: concept, law, theory. | Lecture, Discussion |
7 | Reading: Cevizci, s. 85-100 Reading | Philosophy of Science in Ancient Greece | Lecture, Discussion |
8 | - | MID-TERM EXAM | - |
9 | Reading: Cevizci, s. 100-129. | Revision of the semester | Lecture, Discussion |
10 | Reading: Cevizci, s. 100-129. | Philosophy of Science in Late Primeval Era and Middle Age | Lecture, Discussion |
11 | Reading: Cevizci, s. 129-151. | Modern rationalism. | Lecture, Discussion |
12 | Reading: Cevizci, s. 151-186. | Modern empiricism. | Lecture, Discussion |
13 | Reading: Cevizci, s. 203-211. | Positivism and neo-positivism. | Lecture, Discussion |
14 | Reading: Cucen, chapter 11. | Post positivism. | Lecture, Discussion |
15 | Reading: Ozlem, chapter 6. | Historical and social approaches to science | Lecture, Discussion |
16 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
17 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING |
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Cevizci, Ahmet. (2018). Bilgi felsefesi. Istanbul: Say |
Ozlem, Dogan. (2013). Felsefe ve doga bilimleri. Istanbul: Notos |
Stroker, Elisabeth. (2010).Bilim kuramına giris. Istanbul: Gundogan |
Cucen, . (2017). Bilim felsefesine giriş. Istanbul: Sentez |
Okasha, Samir. (2016) Philosophy of Science: Very Short Introduction. Oxford University 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 basic concepts of Social Service, working fields and application frameworks.
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Uses up-to-date information on Social Service field by associating it with the theory and application information of Social Service.
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KNOWLEDGE |
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Factual |
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Establish the link between the application frameworks of Social Service.
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Evaluate the developments in the field of migration, globalization and human rights in the new world by using the theoretical knowledge in the field.
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SKILLS |
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Cognitive |
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Using the research methods related to the field of Social Service, concludes scientific conclusions about social problems.
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Examine the spatial legislation of Social Service and develop new strategies for implementation.
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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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Solve the problems specific to the field of Social Service according to scientific data.
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Conduct trainings for individual, family and society by using advanced theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of Social Service.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Autonomy & Responsibility |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Develop his / her competence in this area by taking the leadership role in working with individuals, groups and society and taking responsibility as a team member.
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Learning to Learn |
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Describes a life worthy of dignity of the person who is the subject of social service science.
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Communication & Social |
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Configures the communication between institutions in order to solve the problems.
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Uses the educational role in the social service area.
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Produces projects that will increase the consciousness level of the society.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Occupational and/or Vocational |
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Collaborate with other professionals in the work team through an interdisciplinary approach at the stage of Social Service intervention
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Acts as a social worker in accordance with the laws, regulations and professional ethics rules.
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Organize their work in accordance with their rights and responsibilities as an individual.
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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 | 2 | 26 |
Land Surveying | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Group Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Reading | 12 | 4 | 48 |
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 | 6 | 6 |
Mid-Term Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam | 1 | 4 | 4 |
Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Preparation for the Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
TOTAL | 43 | 0 | 128 |
Total Workload of the Course Unit | 128 | ||
Workload (h) / 25.5 | 5 | ||
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit | 5,0 |