| Code | Name of the Course Unit | Semester | In-Class Hours (T+P) | Credit | ECTS Credit |
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| SOS445 | PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE | 5 | 3 | 3 | 5 |
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 : | Elective |
| Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit | - |
| Coordinator of the Course Unit | Prof. KAMİL KAYA |
| Instructor(s) of the Course Unit | Assist.Prof. DİLER EZGİ TARHAN |
| Course Prerequisite | No |
OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS |
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| Objectives of the Course Unit: | This course aims to enable students to use the basic concepts of knowledge theory, to distinguish the main trends in epistemology and philosophy of science, to discuss the basic problems related to the structure of knowledge and science. |
| Contents of the Course Unit: | Contents of the course include the basic concepts and problems of the philosophy of knowledge. In addition to thematic discussions, parts of selected basic texts will be read and discussed in chronological order. |
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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| Compares different currents in the philosophy of epistemology and science. |
| Gives examples of the properties and stages of scientific method. |
| Distinguishes the basic concepts of epistemology and philosophy of science. |
| Evaluates science from the conceptual, historical and critical aspects. |
WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY |
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| Week | Preparatory | Topics(Subjects) | Method |
| 1 | - | Introduction to knowledge and knowledge theory | Lecture, Discussion |
| 2 | Reading: Cevizci, p. 21-44. | Justification and trueness theories. | Lecture, Discussion |
| 3 | Reading: Ozlem, chapter 2. | The problem of knowledge sources. Empiricism, rationalism. | Lecture, Discussion |
| 4 | Reading: Cevizci, s. 44-68. | Possibility of knowledge. Scepticism. | Lecture, Discussion |
| 5 | Reading: Ozlem, chapter 3. | Scientific method: perception, observation, description, explanation. | Lecture, Discussion |
| 6 | Reading: Ozlem, chapter 4. | Scientific method: concept, law, theory. | Lecture, Discussion |
| 7 | Reading: Cevizci, s. 85-100 Reading | Philosophy of Science in Ancient Greece | Lecture, Discussion |
| 8 | - | MID-TERM EXAM | - |
| 9 | Reading: Cevizci, s. 100-129. | Revision of the semester | Lecture, Discussion |
| 10 | Reading: Cevizci, s. 100-129. | Philosophy of Science in Late Primeval Era and Middle Age | Lecture, Discussion |
| 11 | Reading: Cevizci, s. 129-151. | Modern rationalism. | Lecture, Discussion |
| 12 | Reading: Cevizci, s. 151-186. | Modern empiricism. | Lecture, Discussion |
| 13 | Reading: Cevizci, s. 203-211. | Positivism and neo-positivism. | Lecture, Discussion |
| 14 | Reading: Cucen, chapter 11. | Post positivism. | Lecture, Discussion |
| 15 | Reading: Ozlem, chapter 6. | Historical and social approaches to science | Lecture, Discussion |
| 16 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
| 17 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING |
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| Cevizci, Ahmet. (2018). Bilgi felsefesi. Istanbul: Say |
| Ozlem, Dogan. (2013). Felsefe ve doga bilimleri. Istanbul: Notos |
| Stroker, Elisabeth. (2010).Bilim kuramına giris. Istanbul: Gundogan |
| Cucen, . (2017). Bilim felsefesine giriş. Istanbul: Sentez |
| Okasha, Samir. (2016) Philosophy of Science: Very Short Introduction. Oxford University Press |
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 | ||
| 1 |
Students evaluate qualitative and quantitative data of sociological research studies.
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| 2 |
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 | ||
| 1 |
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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| 2 |
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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5 | |||||
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 | 13 | 2 | 26 |
| Land Surveying | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Group Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Reading | 12 | 4 | 48 |
| 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 | 6 | 6 |
| Mid-Term Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam | 1 | 4 | 4 |
| Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Preparation for the Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| TOTAL | 43 | 0 | 128 |
| Total Workload of the Course Unit | 128 | ||
| Workload (h) / 25.5 | 5 | ||
| ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit | 5,0 |