INFORMATION ECONOMICS PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
EKF434	INFORMATION ECONOMICS	5	3	3	5

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 :	Elective
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Prof. ŞENOL DURGUN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	This course aims to provide the student with the competence to analyze the effects of scientific knowledge production and R&D activities in a country on the competitive advantage and economic growth.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Contents of the course include the subjects such as definition, properties, measurement and economic effects of knowledge economy, Education, R&D.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Explain the features of knowledge economy. (2)
Interpret the principles and concepts of Knowledge Society. (4)
Interpret the relationship between knowledge economy and competition, R&D and education. (4)
Analyze the economic effects of knowledge. (4)
Analyze how the knowledge economy is measured. (4)
Compare the differences and similarities between knowledge economy and other economic units. (4)
Interpret the Turkey's position and importance in Knowledge Economy. (4)

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Reading	Introduction to basic principles and concepts in Knowledge Society	Lecture & Question Answer & Research
2	Reading	Description, Functions and History of Knowledge Economy	Lecture & Question Answer & Research
3	Reading	Access and Usage of Knowledge	Lecture & Question Answer & Research
4	Reading	Globalization of Knowledge	Lecture & Question Answer & Research
5	Reading	Externalities of Knowledge	Lecture & Question Answer & Research
6	Reading	Measuring Knowledge Economy, The Transition Period of Turkey to Knowledge Society	Lecture & Question Answer & Research
7	Reading	Economic Effects of Knowledge Economy	Lecture & Question Answer & Research
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Reading	Competition in Knowledge Economy, Market and Research-Development	Lecture & Question Answer & Research
10	Reading	Knowledge Economy and Education	Lecture & Question Answer & Research
11	Reading	Concepts in Knowledge Economy and Their Relations with Economy (Innovation, Human Market, E-commerce/ E-government )	Lecture & Question Answer & Research
12	Reading	Schumpeter Hypothesis	Lecture & Question Answer & Research
13	Reading	Knowledge-based Growth Models	Lecture & Question Answer & Research
14	Reading	Knowledge-based Growth Models	Lecture & Question Answer & Research
15	Reading	Change in the Production Style in Knowledge Economy (Industry 4:0/ Industry 4:0/ Agriculture 4:0)	Lecture & Question Answer & Research
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Anadolu University, (2013). Bilgi Ekonomisi. Ankara
Soylemez, A. (2013). Yenilik Ekonomisi.
Dergi: Bilgi Ekonomisi ve Yonetimi Journal

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	Define the basic concepts of economics, administrative and human sciences.
2	Explain the general structure, operation and public policy formation process of administration.
3	Relate the principles and rules of political behavior, behavior and leadership in organizations.
4	Relate the knowledge of ecological, economic and social sustainability with information related to the field.

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Use information about his / her field in professional life and everyday life.
2	Use information related to ecological, economic and social sustainability in professional life and everyday life.

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Interpret current political and administrative developments and the functioning of the democratic system by using the knowledge of political science and public administration.
2	Define the basic concepts of management, urbanization, environmental policies, political and legal sciences.
3	Relate professional knowledge of management, urbanization, environmental policies, politics and legal sciences to universal values

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Compare the administrative structures and country management models by using the theoretical knowledge in the field of political science and public.
2	Organize events between the public, private sector and voluntary organizations.

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Collaborate with the people in the field of political science and public administration.
2	By using the accumulation of knowledge in political science and public administration; manage project, event and social responsibility activities.

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Analyze existing structures with a critical approach based on universal legal norms and administrative structures.
2	Apply the written and unwritten legal rules and ethical codes in his / her personal and professional life.

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Improve himself/herself by following the political and administrative agenda and the written-oral work on the agenda.
2	Debate in the field of political science and public administration with different target groups in multicultural environments.

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Taking advantage of the existing history and theoretical knowledge of the field; interpret and analyze current issues, events and problems.
2	Develop original plans and programs to guide the functioning of political and bureaucratic institutions.
3	Develop alternative public policy proposals in the construction and implementation of sustainable and effective public policies.
4	Design reform programs aimed at making and improving the functioning of political and administrative organizations.

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	13	2	26
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	4	10	40
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	2	9	18
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	35	0	128