HISTORY OF RELIGIONS PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
TUR406	HISTORY OF RELIGIONS	8	3	3	8

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. RAMAZAN İNAN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim of the course is to examine the old traditional religions, present-day religions and The Near Eastern religions in the various regions of the world. İn addition, the aim of the course is to contribute to the individual development of students as well as to provide a better understanding of our guests from other countries who have different religious beliefs and cultures. Moreover, this course aims to explain the religious traditions to the students in question based on the archaeological artifacts.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The content of this course is Judaism and Christianity, which are defined as monotheistic religions in the Near East, and centers, monuments and living traditions and cultures related to these religious traditions. The content of the course is very rich in terms of faith tourism in our country, Ephesus, Sardis, Izmir, Yalvac, Antakya, Urfa, Konya-Çatalhöyük, Istanbul and Cappadocia with a distinct religious character as the ruins issues. İn addition connected to these places such as the Virgin Mary, St. John, St.Paul, Prophet Abraham religious characters and Seven Churches, Hagia Sophia, Chora Church, Anatolian Saints, Syriac etc. The subjects are also closely related to the content of the course.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Explain the concept, classification and elements of religion.
Explain the basic features of traditional religions and modern religions.
Explain the basic terms and historical development of Judaism and Christianity.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature Search, Presentation	Anatolia and History of religions and faith tourism; The aim, content and perspective of the history of religions	Expression , Question-Respond, Discussion
2	Literature Search, Presentation	The concept of religion, classification of religions and elements of religion	Expression , Question-Respond, Discussion
3	Literature Search, Presentation	Religious geography and living religions in today	Expression , Question-Respond, Discussion
4	Literature Search, Presentation	Traditional Religions (Totemism, Animizm, Naturizm, Ancestor Cult concepts)	Expression , Question-Respond, Discussion
5	Literature Search, Presentation	Judaism: Basic terms related to Judaism	Expression , Question-Respond, Discussion
6	Literature Search, Presentation	Historical development of Judaism	Expression , Question-Respond, Discussion
7	Literature Search, Presentation	Historical development of Judaism	Expression , Question-Respond, Discussion
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Literature Search, Presentation	Basic features of Judaism	Expression , Question-Respond, Discussion
10	Literature Search, Presentation	Judaism and sects in Today	Expression , Question-Respond, Discussion
11	Literature Search, Presentation	Faith-base in Judaism	Expression , Question-Respond, Discussion
12	Literature Search, Presentation	Worship in Judaism	Expression , Question-Respond, Discussion
13	Literature Search, Presentation	Christianity: Basic terms about Christianity	Expression , Question-Respond, Discussion
14	Literature Search, Presentation	Historical development of Christianity	Expression , Question-Respond, Discussion
15	Literature Search, Presentation	Historical development of Christianity	Expression , Question-Respond, Discussion
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Kucuk, M. A. (2014). Inanc Turizmi Acisindan Turkiye'de Dini Mekanlar, Berikan Publications.
Kuzgun, S. (2015). Dinler Tarihi, Bilge Kultur Sanat.
Partridge, C. Introduction to World Religions.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Describe the basic characteristics of the tourism industry and the basic concepts related to the Tourism Guidance profession and relate those with the characteristics of tourism businesses	0
2	Discusses the structure, operation and importance of tourism industry in country development and relates with tourism business	0

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Explains and interprets culture, history, religion, art, geography way of thinking and way of life the various civilizations who lived in Turkey.						5

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Plans a tour program considering the travel purpose, the type and the characteristics of the touristic region in accordance with the theoretical knowledge gained in the field of Tourism Guidance and discusses the functioning.		1
2	Underlines the importance of professional development by following scientific and current developments in the fields of tourism, art and archeology, and acts defensive attitude and behavior towards the necessity of lifelong learning.				3

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Analyzes numerical and statistical data and results in accordance with ethical values for current practices in the field of tourism .	0
2	Knows and applies the legal regulations related to tourism field, tourist guidance professional law and professional organizations.	0

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	By taking leadership role in tour groups; administers the tour program and solves possible problems during the tour.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Uses the skills of explaining and presenting Turkey's and other regions natural and cultural assets that have, ancient city, ruins and historical artefacts and architectural art, culture, cuisine, folklore, flora and fauna features of regions etc.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Shows the communication skill and presentation skill effectively in written and verbal and expresse his / her professional knowledge accurately and effectively.			2
2	Shows reading, writing, comprehension, speaking and writing skills in English and in a second foreign language (Arabic, Russian, Chinese).)	0

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Uses knowledge and competences related to preparation, implementation and supervision of a tour.			2
2	By using the personality traits that have social skills required by the Tourism Guidance profession; arranges projects, organizations and activities with sustainable, societal and social content specific to the field.			2
3	Shows a sensitive attitude towards the negative effects of tourism on the physical and social environment, acts with the consciousness of preserving abstract and concrete cultural assets		1

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	4	56
Preliminary & Further Study	13	5	65
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	5	2	10
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	3	3
Preparation for the Final Exam	5	7	35
Mid-Term Exam	1	3	3
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	5	6	30
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	44	0	202