CONTEMPORARY THEORIES IN SOCIOLOGY I PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
SOS383	CONTEMPORARY THEORIES IN SOCIOLOGY I	5	3	3	7

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. AYŞE AYDIN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. AYŞE AYDIN
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	This course aims to provide students with an introduction to sociological theories by supporting their sociological viewpoint with theories; to prepare a theoretical basis for future studies in the field of sociology.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Contents of the course include; Classical origins of sociology, Structuralism-Functionalism, Critical Theory, Symbolic Interactionism, important schools, ethnomethodology, Shopping and Network theories, Contemporary Feminist Theory and lectures and presentations about prominent sociologists.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Knows the Contemporary theories of Sociology.
Defines sociological concepts in a theoretical way, gives examples about theories (
Explains sociological facts from theoretical comparisons.
Relates sociological concepts to theory.
Relates theoretical structures and social reality.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	-	Description of the Course	Lecture Question and Answer Discussion
2	Reading the Source Observation	Classical Origins	Lecture Question and Answer Discussion
3	Reading the Source Observation Presentation	Structuralism-Functionalism	Lecture Question and Answer Discussion
4	Reading the Source Observation Presentation	-	Lecture Question and Answer Discussion
5	Reading the Source Observation Presentation	Frankfurt School	Lecture Question and Answer Discussion
6	Reading the Source Observation Presentation	Symbolic Interactionalism	Lecture Question and Answer Discussion
7	Reading the Source Observation Presentation	Chicago School	Lecture Question and Answer Discussion
8	Reading the Source Observation Presentation	Modern Theories and Criticisms	Lecture Question and Answer Discussion
9	Reading the Source Observation Presentation	Ethnomethodology	Lecture Question and Answer Discussion
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Reading the Source Observation Presentation	Shopping and Network Theories	Lecture Question and Answer Discussion
12	Reading the Source Observation Presentation	Contemporary Feminist Theory	Lecture Question and Answer Discussion
13	Reading the Source Observation Presentation	Foucault and Bio-Politics	Lecture Question and Answer Discussion
14	Reading the Source Observation Presentation	Habermas and Duty of Modernity	Lecture Question and Answer Discussion
15	Reading the Source Observation Presentation	General Evaluation	Lecture Question and Answer Discussion
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Ritzer, G. (2012). Sosyoloji Kuramlarıi 1st Edition, Istanbul: Deki.
Pateman, C., “Kardesler Arasi Toplumsal Sozlesme”, Sivil Toplum ve Devlet, der. John Keane, Trns. Aksu Bora, Ayrinti, 1993
Simmel, Yabanci, Bireysellik ve Kultur icinde, Metis, s. 149-155
Benjamin, Tarih Kavrami Uzerine, Pasajlar icinde, Yapi Kredi Publications, s. 37-50
Adorno, Kultur Endustrisini Yeniden Dusunurken, Cogito,Yaz 2003
Park, Buyu, Zihniyet ve Sehir Hayati, Sehir icinde, Heretik Publications, 2015, s. 173
Burgess, Sehrin Buyumesi: Arastirmaya Giris, Sehir icinde, Heretik Publications, 2015, s. 89-107
Homans, George Caspar.(2017) "Contemporary theory in sociology." Sociological Methods. Routledge.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	30		Classical Exam
Homework Assessment	1	10
Short Exam	1	10
Final Exam	1	50		Classical Exam
TOTAL	4	100

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students define the concepts they learned and match them with their corresponding phenomena in the social world.						5
2	Students interpret concepts and theories taking into account their historical-cultural contexts.						5
3	Students compare sociological theories with reference to social problems.						5
4	Students distinguish the significance of ecological, social and economical sustainability for world’s future.			2
5	Students develop their knowledge on sustainability by the use of information and communication technologies.			2

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students evaluate qualitative and quantitative data of sociological research studies.		1
2	Students analyse the complicated interactions between the social, cultural, political, economical and demographical phenomena of the global world.					4

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students design a research by their acquired knowledge and experience.		1

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students research field study considering the principle of cultural relativity, scientific and ethical values.		1
2	Students efficiently apply the most suitable information and communication technologies in their studies.		1
3	Students use their knowledge on ecological, social and economical sustainability in all aspects of their lives.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students research on problems which reflect on their fields in the global world undergoing rapid and profound change.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students criticize their advanced knowledge and skills in an analytical manner.						5
2	Students develop their knowledge and skills within the frame of scientific, technological and current developments via adopting the principle of lifelong learning.			2
3	Students act ethically impartial in their research studies.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students criticize their advanced knowledge and skills in an analytical manner.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students apply the principle of cultural relativity, scientific and ethical values with reference to sustainability throughout their studies in their careers.				3

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	4	52
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	8	8
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	6	6
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	43	0	182