PRINCIPLES OF ATATURK AND HISTORY OF REVOLUTIONS II PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
ATA202E	PRINCIPLES OF ATATURK AND HISTORY OF REVOLUTIONS II	4	2	2	2

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. VAHİDE METİN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	Objective of the course is to help students learn about the features and similar concepts of the Turkish Revolution, Reforms made by the Ottoman Empire before the Turkish Revolution, The importance of Atatürk's reforms, the emergence of the Kemalist thought system and its effect on the revolutions of new Turkish Republic, the Turkish War of Independence and the threats to the Republic and Atatürk's reforms.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Contents of the course include; reforms in the political field, reforms in the field of law, reforms in the field of education and culture, reforms in the economic field, reforms in the social field, Atatürk’ s principles, Turkish foreign policy in the period of Ataturk, Turkey in the World War II, Turkey between 1950-1960.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Define the reforms and novelties of Republic of Turkey.
Match the reforms and revolutions of Ataturk with his ideological heritage.
Explain the principles of Ataturk and the reforms related with these.
Recall and spell the important events, persons, institutions and dates in the history of Turkey, with a focus on developments in the first years of Republic of Turkey.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature Review, Individual Research	Turkish Revolution (Modernization Movements in the New Turkish Republic), Political revolutions, Abolition of Sultanate, Declaration of Republic and Concept of Republic, Abolition of Caliphate, 1924 Constitution	Narration, discussion
2	Literature Review, Individual Research	Reforms in Social and Health areas, Clothing Regulation, Law on Hats, Law on Family Names, Abolition of Religious Orders, Closure of Islamic Monasteries, Zawiyah and Tombs, Changes in Calendar, Time and Measurement System, Women Rights and Development	Narration, discussion
3	Literature Review, Individual Research	Reform in Law, Acceptance of Civil Law, Concepts of State of Law and Supremacy of Law	Narration, discussion
4	Literature Review, Individual Research	Reforms in Cultural and Educational Fields, Reform of Letters, Language and History, Reform of Education and Its Importance, Principles that have to be applied in Education	Narration, discussion
5	Literature Review, Individual Research	Reforms in Economy, Economic Principles in Early Republican Turkey, Izmir Economics Congress, Mixed Economy Project, Relative Liberalism Between 1923-1929, Etatism Between 1929-1939	Narration, discussion
6	Literature Review, Individual Research	Kemalist thought system and The Founding Principles of New Turkey, Total Independence, National Sovereignty, Nationalism	Narration, discussion
7	Literature Review, Individual Research	Secularism, Republicanism, Populism	Narration, discussion
8	Literature Review, Individual Research	Etatism, Reformism	Narration, discussion
9	Literature Review, Individual Research	Foreign Policy during Ataturk, General Conjuncture of the Period	Narration, discussion
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Literature Review, Individual Research	General Characteristics and Priorities of Turkish Foreign Policy, Factual Developments, Issues Related with Treaty of Lausanne, Mosul Problem with England	Narration, discussion
12	Literature Review, Individual Research	Relations with France and Hatay Problem, Population Exchange with Greece and Etabli Conflict and Solution, Turkey and Soviet Union	Narration, discussion
13	Literature Review, Individual Research	Policies Against the Threat of new War, Membership of Turkey into League of Nations, Balcan Pact, Sadabad Pact, Montreux Convention on Straits, Connections Between Domestic and Foreign Policy	Narration, discussion
14	Literature Review, Individual Research	World in Blocks and Turkey, Developments in Domestic and Foreign Policy Between 1939-1960	Narration, discussion
15	Literature Review, Individual Research	Political and Social Developments in Turkey Between 1960-1980	Narration, discussion
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Barut, M. (2008). Türk Devrimi ve Atatürk İlkeleri. İstanbul: DER Yayınları.
Zürcher, E. J. (2004). Modernleşen Türkiye’nin Tarihi. İstanbul: İletişim Yayınları.
Eroğlu, H.(1982). Türk İnkılap Tarihi. İstanbul.

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

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Knows translation theories, linguistic approaches, and intercultural communication models.
2	Explains fundamental concepts related to the relationship between language, culture, and meaning.
3	Evaluates the historical development and theoretical orientations of the field of translation studies.

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Identifies the grammatical, semantic, and cultural characteristics of source and target languages.
2	Has knowledge of the structural and functional features of various text types.
3	Recognizes institutions, professional standards, and ethical principles related to the translation industry.

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Analyzes written and oral texts in terms of language, meaning, and context.
2	Determines appropriate translation strategies and reconstructs meaning with consideration of cultural differences.
3	Evaluates translation problems through critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Effectively uses professional tools and technological software in written and oral translation processes.
2	Performs translation practices in various fields such as law, literature, technology, and media.
3	Manages translation projects by observing time management and quality standards.

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Plans, conducts, and evaluates translation projects individually or as part of a team.
2	Solves problems in translation processes by making independent decisions.
3	Takes responsibility in professional practices and demonstrates leadership when necessary.
4	Works collaboratively with different stakeholders to achieve common goals.

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Follows new research and technological developments in the field.
2	Continuously improves professional knowledge and skills through lifelong learning.
3	Identifies personal learning needs and applies independent learning strategies.

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Communicates effectively in multicultural environments and contributes to teamwork.
2	Uses English and Turkish fluently and accurately in professional and social contexts.
3	Respects intercultural differences and acts in accordance with ethical values.

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Adheres to the principles of confidentiality, impartiality, and accuracy in the translation process.
2	Assumes professional responsibility and makes ethical decisions in translation projects.
3	Acts professionally in accordance with national and international standards of the field.

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	2	28
Preliminary & Further Study	7	1	7
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	1	5	5
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	1	1	1
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	5	5
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	5	5
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	27	0	53