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SOCIOLOGY PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
STV101 SOCIOLOGY 2 3 3 6

GENERAL INFORMATION

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 : Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit -
Coordinator of the Course Unit Assist.Prof. NURTEN ELKİN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS

Objectives of the Course Unit: The aim of this course is to examine the influence of social structure, culture, social institutions and social change on social relations.
Contents of the Course Unit: Sociological view, sociological research, sociological theories and methods, globalization, social change.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)

Assess the social events and facts in a general sociological point of view.
Explain the historical development of sociological thought.
Compare the general characteristics of traditional and modern sociological theories.
Interpret the interrelationships between individuals, groups and society.
Interpret the impact of social institutions on individuls and groups behaviour.
Explains the general characterstics of sociological methods.
Develop multi-dimensional perspective on basic social institutions and relationship between them.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY

Week Preparatory Topics(Subjects) Method
1 Literature Review Sociological View Lecture, discussion
2 Literature Review Sociological Research Lecture, discussion
3 Literature Review Culture and Society Lecture, discussion
4 Literature Review Socialization Lecture, discussion
5 Literature Review Social Interaction in Daily Life Lecture, discussion
6 Literature Review Groups and Organizations Lecture, discussion
7 Literature Review Race and Ethnicity Lecture, discussion
8 - MID-TERM EXAM -
9 Literature Review Social Class Lecture, discussion
10 Literature Review Global Stratification Lecture, discussion
11 Literature Review Politics and Governance Lecture, discussion
12 Literature Review Religion Lecture, discussion
13 Literature Review Education Lecture, discussion
14 Literature Review Health and Medicine Lecture, discussion
15 Literature Review Social Change: Traditional, Modern and Postmodern Societies Lecture, discussion
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

Macionis, John J. 2012. "Sciology".
Giddens, Anthony. 2012. "Sociology".

ASSESSMENT

Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities Number of Activities Degree of Contribution (%) Description
Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5

CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

KNOWLEDGE

Theoretical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
The foundation of professional theoretical knowledge of child development science is child, family, development, forms the concepts of evaluation, identification, support, intervention, education and follow-up. It Ensuring that the Child Development profession is learned on a scientific basis by considering the concepts with a holistic approach.
5

KNOWLEDGE

Factual

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
To have advanced theoretical and applied knowledge supported by textbooks, application tools and other resources containing up-to-date information in the field of Child Development.
4

SKILLS

Cognitive

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
To be able to interpret and evaluate data, to define and analyze problems, to develop solutions based on research and evidence by using the advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the field of Child Development.
5

SKILLS

Practical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
To be able to use advanced theoretical and applied knowledge gained in the field of Child Development.
5

OCCUPATIONAL

Autonomy & Responsibility

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Being able to independently carry out an advanced study in the field of Child Development.
4
2
To be able to take responsibility individually and as a team member to solve complex unforeseen problems encountered in practices related to Child Development.
4
3
To be able to plan and manage activities for the development of employees under his/her responsibility within the framework of a project.
3

OCCUPATIONAL

Learning to Learn

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Being able to critically evaluate the advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the field of Child Development.
4
2
Ability to identify learning needs and direct learning
4
3
Developing a positive attitude towards lifelong learning
4

OCCUPATIONAL

Communication & Social

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
To be able to inform relevant persons and institutions on issues related to Child Development; to be able to convey their thoughts and suggestions for solutions to problems verbally and in writing.
3
2
To be able to share with experts and non-experts, by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data, their thoughts and solutions to problems in the field of Child Development.
4
3
Being able to organize and implement projects and activities for the social environment in which they live with the awareness of social responsibility.
4
4
To be able to follow the information in the field and communicate with colleagues by using a foreign language at least at the European Language Portfolio B1 General Level.
3
5
To be able to use information and communication technologies together with computer software at the Advanced Level of the European Computer Use License required by the Child Development field.
3

OCCUPATIONAL

Occupational and/or Vocational

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
To act in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values ​​in the stages of collecting, interpreting, applying and announcing the results related to Child Development.
4
2
To have sufficient awareness of the universality of social rights, social justice, quality culture and protection of cultural values, environmental protection, occupational health and safety.
5

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT

Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities

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 3 42
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 10 4 40
Mid-Term Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam 10 3 30
Short Exam 0 0 0
Preparation for the Short Exam 0 0 0
TOTAL 50 0 156
Total Workload of the Course Unit 156
Workload (h) / 25.5 6,1
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 6,0