| Code | Name of the Course Unit | Semester | In-Class Hours (T+P) | Credit | ECTS Credit |
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| SOS453 | MODERNIZATION AND GLOBALIZATION | 7 | 3 | 3 | 8 |
GENERAL INFORMATION |
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| 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 | Prof. KAMİL KAYA |
| Instructor(s) of the Course Unit | Assist.Prof. ÖZLEM DERİN SAĞLAM |
| Course Prerequisite | No |
OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS |
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| Objectives of the Course Unit: | This course aims to enable the students to identify the concepts of modernization and globalization, to have knowledge about modernization theories, to develop a critical perspective on modernization theories and the ability to analyze, to explain the characteristics and dynamics of globalization, to analyze the economic, cultural, political and legal dimensions of globalization, to compare and evaluate the approaches towards globalization, to understand the relationship between modernization and globalization. |
| Contents of the Course Unit: | Contents of the course include; What is Modernization? Basic concepts of Modernization, basic features of Modernization (Rationalization and Individualism, etc.), Modernization theories and criticism, definition and characteristics of globalization, dynamics of Globalization, dimensions of Globalization (economic, cultural, political and legal etc.), approaches to globalization, discussions on modernization and globalization. |
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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| Defines the modernization and globalization concepts. |
| Explains modernization theories. |
| Tells the characteristics and dynamics of globalization. |
| Analyzes the economic, cultural, political and legal dimensions of globalization. |
| Compares approaches towards globalization and evaluate these approaches. |
| Evaluates modernization theories and argues these theories with a critical point of view. |
WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY |
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| Week | Preparatory | Topics(Subjects) | Method |
| 1 | - | Modernization and relevant concepts | Lecture Question and Answer Discussion |
| 2 | Reading (Book-Article) Source | Basic features of Modernization Modernization and modernity debates | Lecture Question and Answer Discussion |
| 3 | Reading (Book-Article) Source | Modernization theories | Lecture Question and Answer Discussion |
| 4 | Reading (Book-Article) Source | Criticism of Theories alternative theories | Lecture Question and Answer Discussion |
| 5 | Reading (Book-Article) Source | The consequences of modernization / modernity (Problems and criticisms) | Lecture Question and Answer Discussion |
| 6 | Reading (Book-Article) Source | Turkish Modernization (Before Republic) | Lecture Question and Answer Discussion |
| 7 | Reading (Book-Article) Source | Turkish Modernization (During Republic) | Lecture Question and Answer Discussion |
| 8 | - | MID-TERM EXAM | - |
| 9 | Reading (Book-Article) Source | Globalization and relevant concepts | Lecture Question and Answer Discussion |
| 10 | Reading (Book-Article) Source | Characteristics and Dynamics of Globalization | Lecture Question and Answer Discussion |
| 11 | Reading (Book-Article) Source | Dimensions of Globalization (economic, cultural, political and legal etc.) | Lecture Question and Answer Discussion |
| 12 | Reading (Book-Article) Source | Approaches towards Globalization | Lecture Question and Answer Discussion |
| 13 | Reading (Book-Article) Source | The consequences of globalization | Lecture Question and Answer Discussion |
| 14 | Reading (Book-Article) Source | Discussions on modernization and globalization | Lecture Question and Answer Discussion |
| 15 | Reading (Book-Article) Source | Revision of the semester | Lecture Question and Answer Discussion |
| 16 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
| 17 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING |
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| Touraine, Alain. (2000) Modernligin Elestirisi. (Trns. Hulya Tufan). Istanbul: Yapi Kredi Publications |
| Robertson, Roland. (1999) Kuresellesme. (Trns. Umit Husrev Yolsal) Ankara: Bilim ve Sanat Publications |
| Eisenstadt, S. N.,(2007) Modernlesme.( Trns. Ufuk Coskun). Ankara: Dogu Bati Publications |
| Wagner, Peter. (1996) Modernligin Sosyolojisi. (Trns. Mehmet Kucuk) Istanbul: Sarmal Publications |
| Canatan, Kadir.(1995) Bir Degisim Sureci Olarak Modernlesme. Istanbul: Insan Publications |
| Mardin Serif. (1994) Turk Modernlesmesi (Makaleler-4). Istanbul: Iletisim Publications |
| Kloby, Jerry. (2005) Kuresellesmenin Sefaleti. (Trns. Orhan Duz) Istanbul: Guncel Publications |
| Kocdemir, Kadir. (2002) Kuresellesme (Koordinatlari Okumak). Istanbul: Otuken Nesriyat |
| Capcıoglu, Ihsan.(2013) “Modernlesme”, Sosyolojiye Giris, (Edit) Ihsan Capcioglu-Hayati Besirli. Ankara: Grafiker Publications |
| Sahin, Koksal. “Kuresellesme”, Sosyolojiye Giris, (Edit) Ihsan Capcioglu-Hayati Besirli Ankara: Grafiker Publications |
| Aydın, Mustafa. Moderniteye Dışarıdan Bakmak, İstanbul: Pınar Yayınları |
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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Students define the concepts they learned and match them with their corresponding phenomena in the social world.
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Students interpret concepts and theories taking into account their historical-cultural contexts.
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Students compare sociological theories with reference to social problems.
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Students distinguish the significance of ecological, social and economical sustainability for world’s future.
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Students develop their knowledge on sustainability by the use of information and communication technologies.
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KNOWLEDGE |
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Factual |
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| Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Students evaluate qualitative and quantitative data of sociological research studies.
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Students analyse the complicated interactions between the social, cultural, political, economical and demographical phenomena of the global world.
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SKILLS |
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Cognitive |
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| Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Students design a research by their acquired knowledge and experience.
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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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Students research field study considering the principle of cultural relativity, scientific and ethical values.
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Students efficiently apply the most suitable information and communication technologies in their studies.
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Students use their knowledge on ecological, social and economical sustainability in all aspects of their lives.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Autonomy & Responsibility |
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| Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Students research on problems which reflect on their fields in the global world undergoing rapid and profound change.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Learning to Learn |
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| Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Students criticize their advanced knowledge and skills in an analytical manner.
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Students develop their knowledge and skills within the frame of scientific, technological and current developments via adopting the principle of lifelong learning.
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Students act ethically impartial in their research studies.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Communication & Social |
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| Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
| 1 |
Students criticize their advanced knowledge and skills in an analytical manner.
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4 | |||||
OCCUPATIONAL |
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Occupational and/or Vocational |
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| Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Students apply the principle of cultural relativity, scientific and ethical values with reference to sustainability throughout their studies in their careers.
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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 | 12 | 6 | 72 |
| Land Surveying | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Group Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Reading | 12 | 6 | 72 |
| 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 | 9 | 9 |
| Mid-Term Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam | 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Preparation for the Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| TOTAL | 42 | 0 | 204 |
| Total Workload of the Course Unit | 204 | ||
| Workload (h) / 25.5 | 8 | ||
| ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit | 8,0 |