This course aims to present the main issues and concepts of early modern history, that is to say from the Peace of Westphalia (1648) to the Great War (1914). The course will examine European politics and diplomacy until 1870 from a global perspective as well as the events that marked the early modern period such as the English, French, and Industrial Revolutions. Within that framework, socio-economic and cultural aspects of the period will not be neglected. Finally, the course will discuss the concepts so as to provide an analytical and critical understanding.
To analyze the changes in Modern Europe.
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Course Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes | Program Learning Outcomes | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
discuss the backgrounds of the Renaissance and Reform in Europe | 1,2 | 1,2,3 | B,C |
define the continuities from the medieval period,
the fragmentation in Europe and the emergence of early modern Europe |
1,2 | 1,2,3 | B,C |
evaluate the cause and results of the Wars of Religion | 1,2,3 | 1,2,3 | B,C |
define motives behind the rise and fall of Spain
England and Dutch Republic in the seventeenth century |
1,2,3,10 | 1,2,3 | B,C |
evaluate the age of absolutism theoretically and
scientific revolution |
2,3,10 | 1,2,3 | B,C |
assess the processes from the Liberalism to
Nationalism and from Colonialism to Imperializm in European political history |
1,2,3,10 | 1,2,3 | B,C |
define the social order and social changes before
and after the Industrial Revolution |
2,3,10 | 1,2,3 | B,C |
Evaluate present events better | 2,3,10 | 1,2,3 | B,C |
name the age of Napoleon, his rise to power, the
French Revolution, foundations of the French Empire, his return to power and the 1815 Congress of Vienna |
1,2,3,10 | 1,2,3 | B,C |
Course Flow
COURSE CONTENT | ||||||
Week | Topics | Study Materials | ||||
1 |
Introduction and Medieval Legacies and Transformation Discoveries Continuities from the Medieval Period; The Fragmentation of Europe
The Structure of Society, Feudalism, The Subsistence Economy, Religion and Popular Culture. The Emergence of Early Modern Europe A Rising Population, An Expanding Economy, The Growth of Towns, Municipial Liberties, The Emergence of Sovereing States, Developin State Structures, Limits to State Authority. Transforming Discoveries; Gunpowder, Warfare, and Armies, The Printing Press and the Power of the Printed Word, Exploration and Conquestof the New World. |
A History of Modern Europe – Volume I: From the Renaissance to the Age of Napoleon s.3-43 | ||||
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The Renaissance
The City-‐States of the Italian Peninsula; Thriving Economies, Social Structure, Renaissance Political Life, Florence; Anatomy of Renaissance City. A Dynamic Culture; The Rediscovery of Classical Learning, From Scholasticism to Humanism. The Renaissance Art. The End of the Renaissance.
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A History of Modern Europe – Volume I: From the Renaissance to the Age of Napoleon s.44-79 | ||||
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Two Reformations
The Northern Renaissance. The Roots of the Reformation; M. Luther Social Background of the Reformation in the German States. The Spread of the Reformation; Divisions within Christendom. The Reformations in Switzerland and France; Calvinist Conversions. The Reformation in England. The Catholic Reformation. Culture during the Two Reformations. |
A History of Modern Europe – Volume I: From the Renaissance to the Age of Napoleon s.80-125
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Wars of Religion
The Wars of Religion in Sixteenth-‐Century. France. The Thirty Years’ War (1618-‐1648); Factionalism in the Holy Roman Empire, The Origins of the Thirty Years’ War, Conflict in Bohemia, The Wars of Religion an Dynastic Struggles (1635-‐1648), Treaty of Westphalia (1648). |
A History of Modern Europe – Volume I: From the Renaissance to the Age of Napoleon s. 126-164 | ||||
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Rise of the Atlantic Economy: Spain and England
Economic Expansion. The Rise of Spain. The Rise of England. The Decline of Spain. Conflict in Stuart England. The English Civil War. The Glorious Revolution. The Golden Age of the Dutch Republic. The Decline of the Dutch Republic |
A History of Modern Europe – Volume I: From the Renaissance to the Age of Napoleon s.165-207 | ||||
6 | England and the Dutch Republic in the Seventeenth Century |
John Merriman, A History of Modern Europe – Volume I: From the Renaissance to the Age of Napoleon s.208-241
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The Age of Absolutism
Theories of Absolutism. Characterizing Absolute Rule. Absolutism in France. The Habsburg Monarchy. The Rise of Prussia. The Russian and Swedish Empire. The Balance of Power. The Modern State |
A History of Modern Europe – Volume I: From the Renaissance to the Age of Napoleon s.242-283
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8 | Ara Sınav | |||||
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New Philosophy of Science
Changing Views of the Universe. Descartes and Newton. The Culture of Science. Consequences of the Scientific Revolution |
A History of Modern Europe – Volume I: From the Renaissance to the Age of Napoleon s.287-311 | ||||
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Eighteenth Century Economic and Social Change, and the French
Revolution
The Social Order. The Beginnings of the Industrial Revolution. Social Changes. Social Control. A Century of Contrasts. The Old Regime in Crisis. The First Stages of the Revolution. Consolidating the Revolution War and the Second Revolution. The Final Stages. Perspectives on the French Revolution |
A History of Modern Europe – Volume I: From the Renaissance to the Age of Napoleon s. 349-385 | ||||
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Napoleon and Europe
Napoleon’s Rise to Power; Young Bonaparte and the Revolution Consolidation of Power. The Foundations of the French Empire Institutional Foundations, Legal Foundations and Napeleonic Code, Social Foundations. The tide Turns against Napoleon; Continental System, Nationalism, Military Reforms in Prussia and Austria, Russian Invasion, The Defeat of Napoleon. Monarchical Restoration and Napeleon’s Return; The Bourbon Restoration, 1815 Congress of Vienna. Napeleon’s Legacy |
A History of Modern Europe – Volume I: From the Renaissance to the Age of Napoleon s. 435-495 | ||||
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The Industrial Revolution of 1800- 1850
Preconditions for Transformation. A Variety of National Industrial Experience. Impact of the Industrial Revolution. The Origins of European Socialism |
A History of Modern Europe – Volume I: From the Renaissance to the Age of Napoleon s. 513-568 | ||||
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The Revolutions of 1848
After 1789 French revolution changes monarchical regimes in Europe
German and Italian states were accepted liberal constitutions. French electoral reforms in 22 February 1848 triggered the insurgents. The 13 wave of repression dashed the hopes liberals, republicans andnationalists through the Europe. European history reached in turning point and failed to turn. |
A History of Modern Europe – Volume I: From the Renaissance to the Age of Napoleon s. 613-648 | ||||
14 |
The Era of National Unification
Liberals and nationalists in the 1830 and 1840 s were often determined to political unification shared the same goals. German stets and Italian liberals and nationalist opposing Austrian domination in northern Italy. Habsburg monarchy accomplished the unification Germany. |
A History of Modern Europe – Volume I: From the Renaissance to the Age of Napoleon s. 649-683 | ||||
15 | Review |
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16 | Final |
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Assessment
ASSESSMENT | ||
IN-TERM STUDIES | NUMBER | PERCENTAGE |
Midterm | 1 | 30 % |
Participation | 1 | 20 % |
Final | 1 | 50 % |
Total | 100 | |
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE | 50 % | |
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE | 50 % | |
Total | 100 |
Course’s Contribution to Program
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COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM | |||||||||
No | Program Learning Outcomes | Contribution | |||||||
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||||
1 | Students will demonstrate their comprehensive knowledge of the basic concepts and theories of Political Science and International Relations as well as other related disciplines such as Law, Economics and Sociology. | X | |||||||
2 | Students will interpret the structure, institutions and operation of national, international and supranational entities via utilization of the concepts and theories of Political Science and International relations and produce project reports that include possible solutions to problems of such institutions when necessary. | X | |||||||
3 | Students will demonstrate that they have developed a comparative, analytical and interdisciplinary approach vis-à-vis human societies and political systems. | X | |||||||
4 | Students will have improved their skills and awareness of personal responsibility and team membership through conducting group or independent research projects, doing internships and producing their graduation dissertations. | X | |||||||
5 | Students will demonsrate proficiency in quantitative and qualitative data collections methods. | X | |||||||
6 | Students will prove their understanding of the rapidly-evolving dynamics of national and global environments requires constant self-assessment, life-long learning, and the ability to formulate innovative solutions to maintain their personal and professional development. | X | |||||||
7 | Students should be able to critically evaluate the body of knowledge in political science, assess self-competency and direct self-learning efforts accordingly. | X | |||||||
8 | Students will implement written and oral communication skills in English and Turkish in both academic and professional settings. | X | |||||||
9 | Students should be able to effectively demonstrate their knowledge of written, oral and reading skills in English both in international institutional settings and follow and interpret the global dynamics of the International Relations discipline. | X | |||||||
10 | Students will demonstrate their social skills and experience required by public or private institutions or in the academia. | X | |||||||
11 | Students will show empathy and respect towards societies other than one’s own. | X | |||||||
12 | Students should be able to effectively utilize computer and information technologies commonly-used in the social sciences. | X | |||||||
13 | Students will interpret domestic and international developments and express opinions, having acquired advanced knowledge and proficiency in the via communication with international scholars and students. | X | |||||||
14 | Students will respect personal, social and academic ethical norms. | X | |||||||
15 | Students should understand the personal, social, and ecological dimensions of social responsibility, and show duties of active and global citizenship. | X | |||||||
16 | Students should know that universality of social-political and legal rights and social justice are the principle components of contemporary society, and that scientific thinking is an essential prerequisite for maintaining social advancement and global competitiveness. | X |
ECTS
ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION | |||
Activities | Quantity |
Duration (Hour) |
Total Workload (Hour) |
Course Duration (Including the exam week: 16x Total course hours) | 16 | 3 | 48 |
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) | 15 | 3 | 45 |
Mid-terms
Quizzes |
1 | 7 | 7 |
Homework | 1 | 10 | 10 |
Final examination | 1 | 40 | 40 |
Total Work Load | 150 | ||
Total Work Load / 25 (h) | 6 | ||
ECTS Credit of the Course | 6 |