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Course Description Course Name : Introduction to International Relations Course Code : EAS110 Course Type : Compulsory Level of Course : First Cycle Year of Study : 1 Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks) ECTS : 4 Name of Lecturer(s) : Prof.Dr. HARUN ARIKAN Asst.Prof.Dr. FULYA MEMİŞOĞLU Asst.Prof.Dr. MARELLA BODUR ÜN Learning Outcomes of the Course : Define the main concepts and explain main issues and debates in the study of international relations. Identify the main actors in the international arena and their influence on international relations. Identify the main concepts and schools of thought in IR. Explain and analyze international system and distribution of power in this system. Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : This course is intended as an introduction to the study of international relations. The main objective of the course is to provide students with intellectual tools, such as core concepts and schools of thought, in order to make sense of the complex world of international relations. Course Contents : Theories of IR will be discussed at beginner level and basic concepts will be defined 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: IR as an Academic Subject: Key Concepts and Issues A. Eralp (der.), Devlet, Sistem ve Kimlik, pp.15-28. Lecture, discussion 2 Liberalism and Realism "A. Eralp (der.), Devlet, Sistem ve Kimlik, pp. 57-88. Tayyar Arı, Uluslararası İlişkiler Teorileri, 163-192. Lecture, discussion 3 Neo-Liberalism and Neo-Realism " Tayyar Arı, Uluslararası İlişkiler Teorileri, 343-353, 406-445, 192-213. A. Eralp (der.), Devlet, Sistem ve Kimlik, pp. 149-164. " Lecture, discussion 4 Marxist Theories of IR A. Eralp (der.), Devlet, Sistem ve Kimlik, pp. 169-174. Lecture, discussion 5 Alternative Approaches: Constructivism and Feminism Reading assignment Lecture, discussion 6 The Rise and Fall of the Cold War Reading assignment Lecture, discussion 7 National and Global Security Tayyar Arı, Uluslararası İlişkiler ve Dış Politika, 6.bölüm. Lecture, discussion 8 Mid- term exam Studying for exam - 9 Understanding Foreign Policy: Diplomacy Tayyar Arı, Uluslararası İlişkiler ve Dış Politika, 4. bölüm. Lecture, discussion 10 Taming Anarchy: International Organizations Tayyar Arı, Uluslararası İlişkiler ve Dış Politika, pp. 81-102. Lecture, discussion 11 Humanitarian Intervention "Richard Caplan, “Humanitarian Intervention: Which Way Forward”, Ethics & International Affairs 14 (2000), 23-38. " Lecture, discussion 12 Globalization and the State Michael Mann, “Küreselleşme Ulus-Devletin Yükselişine Son mu Verdi?”, David Held ve Anthony McGrew (der.). Küresel Dönüşümler. Ankara: Phoenix, 2008, shf. 164-177. " Lecture, discussion 13 Cultural Conflict Shaping the Post-Cold War World Order? "John Tomlinson, “Küreselleşme ve Kültürel Kimlik”, David Held ve Anthony McGrew (der.). Küresel Dönüşümler. Ankara: Phoenix, 2008, shf. 320-329. Anthony D. Smith, “Küresel bir Kültüre Doğru mu?”, David Held ve Anthony McGrew (der.). Küresel Dönüşümler. Ankara: Phoenix, 2008, shf. 330-339 " Lecture, discussion 14 Rethinking Security: September 11, International Terrorism & the Future of Global Order "Samuel Huntington, “Medeniyetler Çatışması mı?”, Doğu Batı, Mayıs-Haziran-Temmuz 2007.• Samuel Huntington, “Medeniyetler Çatışması”. Lecture, discussion 15 General Review - Discussion 16/17 Final Exam Studying for exam -   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Tayyar Arı, Uluslararası İlişkiler Teorileri, İstanbul: Alfa, 2008 (5. baskı).  Tayyar Arı, Uluslararası İlişkiler ve Dış Politika, İstanbul: Alfa, 2006. Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 100     Homeworks/Projects/Others 0 0 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 Explain the importance of demand and supply in economy science and the well-running conditions of the market economy 0 2 Define the role of pricing within the event advantage of the market economy. 0 3 Define the role of the state in economy, money and financial policies, the central bank and the structure of the market. 0 4 Perceive the costs and benefits arising from the global economy 0 5 Produce numerical and policy options when confronted with problems. 3 6 Use quantitative and qualitative techniques of model building, decoding and interpretation. 1 7 Use the theory of economics in the analysis of economic events. 0 8 Use computer programs, do synthesis and present prepared data efficiently. 4 9 Apply the methods of economic analysis. 0 10 Analyze at conceptual level and acquires ability in comparing, interpreting, evaluating and synthesizing in order to develop solutions to problems 4 11 Take responsibility individually and / or in a team, take leadership and work effectively. 4 12 Follow innovative developments in the field being aware of the necessity of lifelong learning and improving him-/herself.. 5 13 Use of different sources about an unfamiliar field within academic principles, synthesize gained data and presents effectively. 5 14 Use Turkish and at least one foreign language in accordance with the requirements of academic and work life. 4 15 Understand and interpret related people´s feelings, thoughts, and behaviours correctly; expresse him-/herself accurately in written and oral language. 4 16 Question traditional attitudes, applications and methods, develop and apply new methods when needed. 5 17 Recognize and apply social, scientific and professional ethical values. 4 * 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 0 0 0     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 5 5     Final Exam 1 10 10 Total Workload: 99 Total Workload / 25 (h): 3.96 ECTS Credit: 4