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  Course Description
Course Name : Nation-state And Globalization

Course Code : IR 412

Course Type : Compulsory

Level of Course : First Cycle

Year of Study : 4

Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 6

Name of Lecturer(s) : Asst.Prof.Dr. MARELLA BODUR ÜN

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Discusses the concept and theories of globalization.
Explains processes of globalization and analyzes its´ the impact to the international relations.
Analyzes the international issues within the framework of globalization.
Examines how globalization affects the structure of the nation-state.
Discuss the issue of globalization and identity politics.
Discuss the place and the importance of Turkey in a globalized world.

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : This course provides an overview of the current debates on globalization and the state. The main focus is on the changing relationship between state, society, and the individual in a globalizing world. Topics to be covered include globalization, the state, nationalism, political identity, citizenship and democracy.

Course Contents : In this course, what globalization is, how it is defined, globalization processes and the basic theories to explain this processes will be examined. The course also discusses the basic threats of globalization to the the nation-state and the reflections of this development to the international relations, the anti-globalization social movements, current issues in the international arena such as global terrorism and global inequalities.

Language of Instruction : Turkish

Work Place : Classrooms


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Introduction Reading assignment Lecture and discussion
2 Conceptualization of globalization Reading assignment Lecture and discussion
3 Theory of globalization: dimensions and contradictions Reading assignment Lecture and discussion
4 Globalization and the State I: Transformation of the nation-state Reading assignment, homework Lecture and discussion
5 Globalization and the State II: Multilayered / supranational governance Reading assignment, homework Lecture and discussion
6 Europeanization: Social and Political Transformation of Europe Reading assignment Lecture and discussion
7 The fate of national culture and identity in a global age Reading assignment Lecture and discussion
8 Mid Term Exam Studying for exam Writing an essay
9 Globalization and Inequalities Reading assignment Lecture and discussion
10 Globalization, civil society, transnational social movements and democracy Reading assignment Lecture and discussion
11 Student presentations Preparing presentation Presentation and discussion
12 Student presentations Preparing presentation Presentation and discussion
13 Student presentations Preparing presentation Presentation and discussion
14 Student presentations Preparing presentation Presentation and discussion
15 Student presentations Preparing presentation Presentation and discussion
16/17 Final Exam Studying for exam Writing an essay


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
Recommended Course Material(s)  Eric Hobsbawm. Küreselleşme, Demokrasi ve Terörizm. Agora, 2008.
 Richard Falk. Yırtıcı Küreselleşme. İstanbul: Küre, 2002.
 Richard Falk. Dünya Düzeni Nereye?: Amerikan Emperyal Jeopolitikası. İstanbul: Metis, 2005.
 David Held ve Anthony McGrew (der.). Küresel Dönüşümler. Ankara: Phoenix, 2008.
 E. Fuat Keyman, Ali Yaşar Sarıbay (der.). Global/Yerel Ekseninde Türkiye, İstanbul: Alfa, 2000.
 Anthony Giddens. Elimizden Kaçıp Giden Dünya: Küreselleşme Hayatımızı Nasıl Yeniden Şekillendiriyor?, İstanbul: Alfa, 2000.
 Doğu Batı dergisinin Şubat-Mart-Nisan 2002 (“Küreselleşme”) ve Mayıs-Haziran-Temmuz 2007 (“Medeniyetler Çatışması”) sayıları.
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 3 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. 5
2 Becomes skilful at following and interpreting different social areas in international and national levels and also applies the problem-solving oriented practices. 2
3 Uses Turkish, and at least one more foreign language, in accordance with the requirements of academic and work life. 5
4 Understands and interprets the feelings, thoughts and behaviors of related persons correctly; and expresses himself/herself in written and oral forms accurately. 5
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. 5
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. 0
9 Improves his/herself constantly by defining educational requirements considering interests and talents in scientific, cultural, art and social fields besides career development. 0
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. 3
12 Individually and/or in a team, takes responsibility, leadership, and works effectively. 3
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. 0
* 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 4 56
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 3 15 45
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 2 2
    Final Exam 1 2 2
Total Workload: 147
Total Workload / 25 (h): 5.88
ECTS Credit: 6