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Course Description Course Name : Culture and Space Research Course Code : MM-569 Course Type : Optional Level of Course : Second Cycle Year of Study : 1 Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks) ECTS : 6 Name of Lecturer(s) : Asst.Prof.Dr. ONUR KARAGENÇ ERMAN Learning Outcomes of the Course : Follows the scientific works and makes comments. Defines the impact of culture in formal and functional formation of the space. Defines the concept of culture. Analyzes a space in terms of cultural values. Knows how space is shaped according to cultural character. Knows the culture and spatial relations. Knows culture and spatial behavior relations. Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : Topic of lecture; Studying of the impact of culture phenomenon in formal and functional formation of space in environment behavior subject space. By researching culture-behavior-space interaction at different scales and qualifications spatial levels within lecture, it is aimed to be conveyed on models, examples and theory of culture space relation. Course Contents : Phenomenon of culture in the formal and functional formation of space. Culture-behavior-space interaction, theories, models and examples. 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 of the general lecture framework within environment behavior works Lecture, presentation, 2 Concept of Culture Readings on the subject, researches Lecture, presentation, discussion 3 Reflections of the Culture Phenomenon in Physical environment Readings on the subject, researches Lecture, presentation, discussion 4 Space Phenomenon Readings on the subject, researches Lecture, presentation, discussion 5 Culture and Spatial Relations Readings on the subject, researches Lecture, presentation, discussion 6 Culture and Spatial Behavior Readings on the subject, researches Lecture, presentation, discussion 7 Culture and Spatial Identity Readings on the subject, researches Lecture, presentation, discussion 8 Midterm Exam Repetition of topics Written Exam 9 Cultural Studies in Residential Space-Specific Readings on the subject, researches Lecture, presentation, discussion 10 Cultur Phenomenon in Traditional Resident Readings on the subject, researches Lecture, presentation, discussion 11 Cultur Phenomenon in Current Resident Readings on the subject, researches Lecture, presentation, discussion 12 Analysis Studies case studies, practices presentation, discussion 13 Analysis Studies case studies, practices presentation, discussion 14 Analysis Studies case studies, practices presentation, discussion 15 Analysis Studies case studies, practices presentation, discussion 16/17 Final Exam Repetition of topics Written Exam   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Arias, E., 1993; The Meaning and Use of Housing, Ethnoscapes Series, Aldershot: Avebury  Altman, I., Chemers, M.M., 1980; Culture and Environment, Cambridge University Press  Altman, I., Rapoport, A., Wohlwill, J.F. (eds), 1980; Environment and Culture, Human Behaviour and Environment, V4, Plenum, New York.  Altman, I., Werner, C.M., 1985; Home Environments: Human Behavior and Environment, vol.8, New York, Plenum,  Gür, ŞÖ., 2000; Konut Kültürü-Doğu Karadeniz Örneğinde, YEM  Lamont M., 2001; Culture and Identity, in Handbook of Sociological Theory, Edt. Turner H.J., p: 171-185, Springer  Lawrence, R.J., 1987; Housing, Dwellings and Homes: Design, Theory, Research and Practice, Chichester: John Wiley & Sons  Rapoport, A., 1969; House Form and Culture, Englewood Cliffs, N.J.: Prentice Hall  Rapoport, A., 1977; Human Aspects of Urban Form, Pergamon, Oxford Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 50     Homeworks/Projects/Others 13 50 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 Produces comprehensive projects related to the field: produces a comprehensive project using acquired knowledge, understanding and the skills [with an inter-disciplinary, multi-disciplinary, beyond disciplines approach] demonstrating the capacity of making decisions on different scales of design / planning. 3 2 On the basis of the competencies gained at the undergraduate level, has advanced level of knowledge and understanding that is needed for original studies in the fields of architecture, planning, and design. 5 3 Gains needed cognitive and practical skills required for competence in professional practice. 3 4 Gains skills for necessary specialized problem-solving skills to develop new knowledge and methods related to the field of research and to integrate knowledge from different fields. 4 5 Carries out academic research in a critical manner and participates in academic dialogues to reach critical and categorical results. 3 6 Manages an independent study that requires expertise in the relevant field. 5 7 Has the critical awareness about problems concerning the nature of knowledge, sources, production of knowledge and testing related to the fields of Architecture / Planning / design and other related areas. 5 8 Applies the acquired knowledge, understanding and problem-solving skills in new but unusual environments as well as in broader, interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary contexts. 4 9 Acts independently and takes responsibility in working and learning environments, defines and manages a project. 4 10 Manages and transforms working or learning contexts that require new, complex, unpredictable strategic approaches. 4 11 Contributes to the professional knowledge and practice of the teams that work in academic environment or application field and/or takes responsibility to review strategic performance. 2 12 Has the learning skills that allows largely independent management of education or pursues its own navigation. 5 13 Shares clearly and systematically the findings and conclusions reached as a result of a study and the basis of the knowledge and rationale of the findings with experts and non-experts. 5 14 Shows the dialectical thinking on social norms and relationships, leads for change. 4 15 Communicates written and orally, using at least one foreign language in the level of European Language Portfolio B2 General. 5 16 Uses language, symbols and texts interactively. 5 17 Uses computer software with information and communication technologies interactively in advanced level needed for the field. 4 18 Conducts an academic study in a critical and systematic way, carries out academic dialogue for critical and categorical results, presents and publishes papers in national and international environments. 5 19 Has the required competencies required to earn the certification for professional practice. 5 20 Integrates and handles complex situations, produces decisions with incomplete or limited information, being aware of the social and ethical responsibilities that may arise from the implementation of the decisions and the acquired knowledge, 3 * 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 13 3 39     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 8 8     Final Exam 1 10 10 Total Workload: 141 Total Workload / 25 (h): 5.64 ECTS Credit: 6