This course aims to analyze the relationship between state, society, and the individual.
Topics include globalization, nationalism, identity, the state, civil society, citizenship, the self and individuation, and democracy.
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Course Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes |
Program Learning Outcomes |
Teaching Methods |
Assessment Methods |
Demonstrate an understanding of the central themes of political socialization, social change, modernization, pressure groups, political parties, civil society, political representation, religion and politics. |
1 |
1, 2, 3 |
A, D |
Discuss the rise of major debates and traditions in Political Sociology. |
1 |
1, 2, 3 |
A, D |
Identify the main issues related to social power structures. |
2 |
1, 2, 3 |
A, D |
Interpret contemporary socio-political phenomena with reference to models of Political Sociology. |
1 |
1, 2, 3 |
A, D |
Course Flow
Week |
Topics |
Study Materials |
1 |
Introduction and Logistics |
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2 |
Fundamentals of Political Sociology |
Yücekök (1987) |
3 |
Theories of State |
Lawrence (2008) |
4 |
Political Culture |
Yücekök (1987) |
5 |
Political Socialization: Micro Perspectives |
Yücekök (1987) |
6 |
Political Socialization: Macro Perspectives |
Yücekök (1987) |
7 |
Social Change and Modernization |
Yücekök (1987) |
8 |
Mid-Term Exam |
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9 |
Political Institutions of Modern Pluralist Societies |
Yücekök (1987) |
10 |
Pressure and Interest Groups |
Yücekök (1987) |
11 |
Political Parties |
Yücekök (1987) |
12 |
Political Representation |
Yücekök (1987) |
13 |
Civil Society |
Lawrence (2008) |
14 |
Social Structure and Religion |
Yücekök (1987) |
15 |
New Social Movements |
Orum (2009) |
16 |
Final |
Recommended Sources
Textbook |
Yücekök, A.N. (1987) Siyasetin Toplumsal Tabanı: Siyaset Sosyolojisi (Ankara: SBF). |
Additional Resources |
Neuman, W. Lawrence (2008) Power, state, and society: An Introduction to Political Sociology (Waveland).
Orum, Anthony, and John G. Dale (2009) Political sociology: Power and participation in the modern world. 5th ed. (New York: Oxford Univ. Press). |
Material Sharing
Documents |
Required readings and documents can be found both in the Reserve section of the library and in the bookstore. |
Assignments |
Handouts explaining the assignments will be given in class. |
Exams |
Exams will be given in class. |
Assessment
IN-TERM STUDIES |
NUMBER |
PERCENTAGE |
Mid-term |
1 |
.40 |
Final Exam |
1 |
.60 |
Total |
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100 |
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE |
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.60 |
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE |
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.40 |
Total |
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100 |
COURSE CATEGORY |
Expertise/Field Courses |
Course’s Contribution to Program
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Program Learning Outcomes |
Contribution |
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5 |
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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. |
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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. |
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3 |
Students will demonstrate that they have developed a comparative, analytical and interdisciplinary approach vis-à-vis human societies and political systems. |
X |
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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 |
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5 |
Students will demonsrate proficiency in quantitative and qualitative data collections methods. |
X |
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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 |
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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 |
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8 |
Students will implement written and oral communication skills in English and Turkish in both academic and professional settings. |
X |
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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 |
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10 |
Students will demonstrate their social skills and experience required by public or private institutions or in the academia. |
X |
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11 |
Students will show empathy and respect towards societies other than one’s own. |
X |
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12 |
Students should be able to effectively utilize computer and information technologies commonly-used in the social sciences. |
X |
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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 |
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14 |
Students will respect personal, social and academic ethical norms. |
X |
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15 |
Students should understand the personal, social, and ecological dimensions of social responsibility, and show duties of active and global citizenship. |
X |
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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 |
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ECTS
Activities |
Quantity |
Duration |
Total |
Course Duration (Including the exam week: 16x Total course hours) |
16 |
3 |
48 |
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) |
16 |
3 |
48 |
Mid-terms |
1 |
14 |
14 |
Final examination |
1 |
15 |
15 |
Total Work Load |
125 |
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Total Work Load / 25 (h) |
5 |
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ECTS Credit of the Course |
5 |