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Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code:

CGE107

Course Name:

Sociology

Semester:

Spring

Course Credits:

ECTS

Language of instruction:

Turkish

Course Condition:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

Compulsory Courses

Course Level:

Bachelor

TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:First Cycle

EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

Face to face

Course Coordinator:

Dr. Öğr. Üy. DİDEM ELİTEZ

Course Lecturer(s):

Sinan Çaya

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:

The purpose of this course is to “equip” the students with a general notion of thesocial science of Sociology.

Course Content:

A grasp of sociological themes. Familiarity with the founders of Sociology, as well as the latertheoreticians.Having the gift of sociological imagination vis-a-vis any situations involving social issues.Being aware of the versatility of cultures and the relativity of socialization processes, depending on differentspots on our planet. Being free of prejudices and a champion of acceptance, accordingly.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) He/she can achieve a scientific observation of the society; he/she can recognize and define collectivebehavior patterns.
2) He/she perceives the social institutions present within the society. He /she comprehends their significance.
3) He-she outlines the stages along the course of the civilization history.
4) It shows that society is aware of the founders of science.
5) He-she enumerates the contemporary sociologists, by name. He/she differentiates the topics which they consider important.
6) He-she knows that along with Ibn Khaldun, the Muslims’ sociology had emerged. He/she lists thepioneers of Turkish sociology, ever since Ziya Gökalp.
7) He/she provides examples about the relative nature of the topic of culture.
8) In the direction of looking at humanity with a wider horizon and tolerance; explains the achievements of this course.

Course Flow Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	The literal meaning of Sociology and the questions it strives to answer. Properties ofsociety. Classifications of societies.
2)	Groups and their classifications. A brief look at group dynamics and the concept ofleadership. Differentiating leadership from Management.
3)	The evolution of the sociological thinking. The pioneers of the discipline: Saint-Simon, Comte, Durkheim, Marx, Weber. Other important theoreticians inchronological order
4)	Comparison of Sociology with other social sciences. An emphasis on comparing itwith History-Historiography. A brief look at the history of European civilization:100-Year-Wars; Separation of the Orthodox Church from the Catholic origin.Renaissance; Reform & the emergence of Protestantism; The Ear of Enlightenment.
5)	Mercantilism and capital accumulation, the Industrial Revolution and itsconsequences, the exchange of colonies (from Portugal and Spain to France,England and Holland), the French and Russian revolutions and their repercussions.
6)	The decline of Ottoman Empire, starting with loss of territory at Carlowitz Treaty.Naval defeats (Chesma & Navarino). Attempts of Remedy: The Reformation of 1839.Crimean War. (A very brief summary of the following events from this pointonwards, until the Republican Era).
7)	Contemporary sociologists and their interpretations of social happenings.
8)	Post-modernist views with an emphasis of Michel Foucault.(MID-TERM EXAM (TERM PAPER
9)	Ibn Khaldun’s sociology, as a demonstrative example of Muslims’ studies ofsociology. Sociology in late-Ottoman years and in early republican days.
10)	Introduction to Demography and related definitions
11)	Fishing societies in history and their imprints extending out to our day.Marine societies (Crete and other coastal city-governments dealing with commerce)in history and their imprints extending out to our day.
12)	A glance at various social institutions (Family, Education, Economy, Politics,Religion, Leisure-Time Valorization).Kinds of Social Deviation (including an emphasis of drinking abuse)
13)	Invisible behavior patterns (attitudes, beliefs, conviction). Modes, fashions, crazes,city legends.
14)	Culture and cultural issues. Globalization, its pros and cons. (Final Exam)

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:

ÖĞRETIM ÜYESININ SENTEZLEDIĞI DERS NOTLARI ESASTIR.

References:

BASSIS M. S. Et al (1982). Social Problems, Harcourt Brace Jovanovich, Inc.,New York
CHARON, Joel M. (1989). Sociology, a Conceptual Approach, Allyn &Bacon, Boston, London.
DAY, Graham (2006). Community and Everyday Life, Routledge, London. DÖNMEZER, Sulhi (1984). Sosyoloji, dokuzuncu baskı, Savaş Yayınevi,Ankara.
ELIAS, Norbert (1983). The Court Society [Die hölflisce Geselschaft ], (trans.by Edmund Jephcott), Basil Blackwell Publishers Limited, Oxford.
ERKAL, Mustafa (1994). Economy and Society, Der Yayınları, İstanbul.
LARSON, Calvin J. (1973). Major Themes in Sociological Theory, DavidMcKay Company Inc., New York.
LENSKI, Gerhard (1970). Human Societies: A Macrolevel Introduction toSociology, McGraw-Hill Book Company, New York and St. Louis.
LEWIS, Bernard (1985) Le Retour de L'Islam (trad. par Tina Jolas & DenistPaulme) Gallimard, Paris.
RITZER, George (1983) Sociological Theory, Alfred A. Knopf, New York.
ROBERTSON, Ian (1979). Sociology, fifth print, Worth Publishers, Inc., New York.
STOLLEY, Kathy S. (2005). The Basics of Sociology, GreenwoodPress,Westport, Connecticut • London.
STEWART, Elbert W. & GLYNN, James A. (1985). Introduction to Sociology,McGraw-Hill Book Company, New York and St. Louis.
TEZCAN, Mahmut (1993). Sosyolojiye Giriş: Temel Kavramlar, 72 TDFO,Dirim Sk., no 25, Cebeci Ankara.
THOMPSON, Jane L. (1990). Sociology Made Simple, Heinemann, London.
TOLAN, Barlas (1993). Sosyoloji, Adım Yayıncılık, Ankara.
TURNER, Jonathan H. (1967). The Structure of Sociological Theory, TheDoorsey Press, Hemewood, Illinois.
ÜLKEN, Hlimi Ziya (1953). La pensée de l’Islam (trad. par Gauthier Duboıs,Max Bilen & l’auteur), Fakülteler Matbaası, İstanbul.

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8
Program Outcomes
1) Have the basic theoretical knowledge about health, education and support services, organizational structure and systematic.
2) Uses the sciences such as health, education and psychology in addition to the basic knowledge and skills of the Child Development discipline and uses these sciences effectively.
3) To express himself/herself as an individual and a team member in the education, justice, culture, health and other related institutions related to Child Development, he/she carries out the necessary professional work independently and takes responsibility.
4) To understand the basic concepts, approaches and theories related to the field of child development, relate the current experiences with national and international developments.
5) Acts in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in all studies in the field of Child Development.
6) Defines the problems encountered based on the knowledge and skills required by the discipline of Child Development and develops solutions.
7) Determines the learning needs of lifelong learning related to Child Development and makes the necessary guidance.
8) Works in collaboration with the family and the child and social, cultural structure and works in cooperation with the area of Child Development.
9) Plans, prepares and evaluates the materials (books, information notes, booklets, toys, educational instructional tools etc.) required by the field of Child Development and uses the materials in accordance with the best interests of the child and the family.
10) Knows the basic knowledge necessary for professional practices in education, justice, culture, health and other related institutions about child development.
11) Acts in accordance with professional ethics and social responsibility in all social practices and professional practices.
12) Participate the society and other professional groups about child development.
13) Have the ability to use advanced computer skills in terms of European computer use license.
14) Have the ability to use advanced computer skills in terms of European computer use license.
15) They are sensitive regarding the universality of social rights and quality and protection of cultural values and occupational health and safety issues in the field of Child Development.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Average	3 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Have the basic theoretical knowledge about health, education and support services, organizational structure and systematic.	3
2)	Uses the sciences such as health, education and psychology in addition to the basic knowledge and skills of the Child Development discipline and uses these sciences effectively.	3
3)	To express himself/herself as an individual and a team member in the education, justice, culture, health and other related institutions related to Child Development, he/she carries out the necessary professional work independently and takes responsibility.	3
4)	To understand the basic concepts, approaches and theories related to the field of child development, relate the current experiences with national and international developments.	3
5)	Acts in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in all studies in the field of Child Development.	3
6)	Defines the problems encountered based on the knowledge and skills required by the discipline of Child Development and develops solutions.	2
7)	Determines the learning needs of lifelong learning related to Child Development and makes the necessary guidance.	2
8)	Works in collaboration with the family and the child and social, cultural structure and works in cooperation with the area of Child Development.	3
9)	Plans, prepares and evaluates the materials (books, information notes, booklets, toys, educational instructional tools etc.) required by the field of Child Development and uses the materials in accordance with the best interests of the child and the family.	3
10)	Knows the basic knowledge necessary for professional practices in education, justice, culture, health and other related institutions about child development.	3
11)	Acts in accordance with professional ethics and social responsibility in all social practices and professional practices.	2
12)	Participate the society and other professional groups about child development.	2
13)	Have the ability to use advanced computer skills in terms of European computer use license.	2
14)	Have the ability to use advanced computer skills in terms of European computer use license.	1
15)	They are sensitive regarding the universality of social rights and quality and protection of cultural values and occupational health and safety issues in the field of Child Development.	2

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Midterms	1	% 50
Final	1	% 50
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 50
total		% 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities	Number of Activities	Workload
Course Hours	14	42
Midterms	1	11
Final	1	22
Total Workload		75