Code | Name of the Course Unit | Semester | In-Class Hours (T+P) | Credit | ECTS Credit |
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SOS445 | PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE | 7 | 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 | Assoc.Prof. MEHMET SOYAL |
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit | |
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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Student will be able to identify the concepts related to Physical Education and Sports Sciences.
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KNOWLEDGE |
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Factual |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
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Student will be able to discuss training organization and its functioning with the knowledge gained in the subjects such as performance measurement, training plan preparation, talent selection and technical-tactical training.
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Student will be able to describe and relate the concepts of physical education and sports science with the theories of training science.
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SKILLS |
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Cognitive |
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Student will be able to identify the needs for sports activities of groups with different characteristics, such as age, gender, and persons with special needs.
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Student will be able to analyze data and results for current applications in the field of Training science by using scientific research methods and techniques.
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SKILLS |
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Practical |
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Student will be able to execute the measurement activities in order to determine the motor development, sports performance and fitness characteristics, to use the equipment, technology and software needed for these activities and to analyze the results of the evaluation.
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Student will be able to solve the problems related to sport sciences and coaching profession applications with a critical and inquisitive point of view, based on knowledge of the literature he/she has.
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Student will be able to choose the appropriate training method according to the characteristics of the group and the environment and to formulate the training program by taking these differences into consideration.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Autonomy & Responsibility |
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Student will be able to administer projects, activities, social and sports activities in collaborative group studies and to solve possible problems that might be encountered within the process.
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Learning to Learn |
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Student will be able to recognize the importance of professional development by following scientific, technological and current developments related with coaching.
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Student will be able to behave in accordance with the need to be open to change and life-long learning.
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Student will be able to develop the teaching skills required by the profession according to different teaching methods.
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Communication & Social |
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Student will be able to express his/her knowledge and thoughts about the field in a fluent and understandable manner both written and verbally.
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Student will be able to use his/her knowledge and competence in coaching practices more effectively with his/her social life and communication skills in sports activities, organizations and studies carried out at national and international levels.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Occupational and/or Vocational |
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Student will be able to describe accepted ethical values and legal regulations in the field of sport sciences and in social life, and to apply the relevant articles in the legislation in case of need.
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By utilizing the existing historical and theoretical knowledge of the field, student will be able to recognize problems related to skills selection, performance development, physical activity for sports and special groups for all, and to solve these problems based on ethical values.
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By using personality traits with the social skills required by the coaching profession; student will be able to arrange specific project, organization and works with sustainable societal and social content specific with the field.
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Student will be able to administer technical and tactical skills in the relevant performance sports and selected sports branches that he / she determines as his / her area of expertise, and to formulate specific training programs for the branch.
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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 |