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Course Description Course Name : Eastern European Politics Course Code : IR 335 Course Type : Optional Level of Course : First Cycle Year of Study : 3 Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks) ECTS : 6 Name of Lecturer(s) : Asst.Prof.Dr. FULYA MEMİŞOĞLU Learning Outcomes of the Course : Understand the historical legacy of communism including the imposition of communist rule, the failure of reform and the collapse of the communist system. Critically assess the democratisation processes in Central and Eastern Europe, putting particular emphasis on the political dimensions such as the adoption of a new constitutional framework, party system change, civil society development, etc. Understand the changing socio-economic conditions resulting from transition to market economy. Examine the impact of regional co-operation and the integration of Central and Eastern Europe into the European Union. Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : This course provides a critical assessment of the development of democracy in the post-communist states of East-Central Europe. Course Contents : The communist system and post- communist system in Eastern Europe will be examined in this course. Language of Instruction : Turkish Work Place : Classroom   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 Introduction: Post-Communist Transformation in East-Central Europe None Lecture, discussion 2 The Communist System Reading assignment Lecture, discussion 3 Reform, Failure and Collapse of Communism Reading assignment Lecture, Small Group Discussion, Oral Presentation 4 Post-Communist Transformation in East-Central Europe I Reading assignment, homework Lecture, Small Group Discussion, Oral Presentation 5 Post-Communist Transformation in East-Central Europe II: Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary Reading assignment, homework Lecture, Small Group Discussion, Oral Presentation 6 Post-Communist Transformation in East-Central Europe III: The Western Balkans Reading assignment, homework Lecture, Small Group Discussion, Oral Presentation 7 Political Institutions I: Political Parties Reading assignment Lecture, Small Group Discussion, Oral Presentation 8 Mid term exam Studying for exam - 9 Political Institutions II: Constitutional Politics Reading assignment Lecture, Small Group Discussion, Oral Presentation 10 Political Institutions in East-Central Europe III: Civil Society Reading assignment Lecture, Small Group Discussion, Oral Presentation 11 CEECs and the European Union I Reading assignment Lecture, Small Group Discussion, Oral Presentation 12 CEECs and the European Union II Reading assignment Lecture, Small Group Discussion, Oral Presentation 13 The enlargement process of the European Union after 1990 Reading assignment Lecture, Small Group Discussion, Oral Presentation 14 The Europeanization of Central and Eastern Europe Reading assignment Lecture, Small Group Discussion, Oral Presentation 15 General Review Homework Lecture, Small Group Discussion, Oral Presentation 16/17 Final exam Studying for exam -   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  S. White, J. Batt and P. Lewis eds.(2007), Developments in Central and East European Politics, UK: Palgrave Macmillan. Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 60     Homeworks/Projects/Others 4 40 Total 100 Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40   Final Assessments 100 Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60 Total 100   Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes # Key Learning Outcome Contribution* 1 Develops skills of defining and analyzing the international, regional and national oriented issues, producing appropriate conflict-resolution techniques and negotiation skills. 4 2 Becomes skilful at following and interpreting different social areas in international and national levels and also applies the problem-solving oriented practices. 4 3 Uses Turkish, and at least one more foreign language, in accordance with the requirements of academic and work life. 4 4 Understands and interprets the feelings, thoughts and behaviors of related persons correctly; and expresses himself/herself in written and oral forms accurately. 4 5 Questions traditional approaches, practices and methods; and develops and applies new study methods if necessary. 4 6 Recognizes and implements social, scientific and professional ethical values. 3 7 Has the conceptual and theoretical competence to explain the phenomena in the disciplines of Political Science and International Relations. 4 8 Collects, reviews and analyzes the data obtained which necessary for modelling applications in the Social Science. 2 9 Improves his/herself constantly by defining educational requirements considering interests and talents in scientific, cultural, art and social fields besides career development. 5 10 Develops critical thinking skills. 5 11 In recognition of the need for lifelong learning, follows the latest developments in the field and improves himself/herself. 4 12 Individually and/or in a team, takes responsibility, leadership, and works effectively. 4 13 Identifies the international and national issues by methodologies used in the disciplines of Political Science and International Relations; chooses the appropriate analysis techniques across the issues and applies the appropriate empirical studies. 2 * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).   Student Workload - ECTS Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour) Course Related Works     Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 3 42 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 4 10 40     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 5 5     Final Exam 1 10 10 Total Workload: 139 Total Workload / 25 (h): 5.56 ECTS Credit: 6