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Course Description Course Name : Sociology Course Code : SB 107 Course Type : Compulsory Level of Course : First Cycle Year of Study : 1 Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks) ECTS : 3 Name of Lecturer(s) : Learning Outcomes of the Course : Distinguishes the different effects which caused the emergence of sociology. Evaluates thinking mechanism of essential sociological terms according to their scientific contents. Analyses different angles of sociological works in Turkey Explains terms of social structure and social change Interprets social change mechanism and its factors. Analyses the structure of living society Explains sociology methodology in social science. Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : The aim of this lecture is to help the students understand the structure and methods of sociology and the structure of the living society. Course Contents : The contents of this course include the definition of Sociology, subjects, scope, general concepts of sociology, working areas, historical progress of sociology in the world and Turkey, famous sociologist in the world and Turkey, the relationship with different sciences; social groups and their features, methods in Sociology, individual society relation and society effect on individual, sociological education, education individual society relations, school as a social institution, the sociological role and responsibilities of teachers and students , opportunity equality In education, social movements, statue, class and classification, culture society and civilization relation, daily sociological working 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 Essential causes of the emergence of sociology Reading the related sections of the books listed in the bibliography. Lecture, Question-Answer, Discussion, Brain Storming, Case Study 2 General social structure in Europe before sociology Reading the related sections of the books listed in the bibliography. Lecture, Question-Answer, Discussion, Brain Storming, Case Study 3 Essential thoughts about the emergence of sociology Reading the related sections of the books listed in the bibliography. Lecture, Question-Answer, Discussion, Brain Storming, Case Study 4 General concepts of sociology Reading the related sections of the books listed in the bibliography. Lecture, Question-Answer, Discussion, Brain Storming, Case Study 5 Basics concepts of sociology Reading the related sections of the books listed in the bibliography. Lecture, Question-Answer, Discussion, Brain Storming, Case Study 6 Analysis of a sociologic events Reading the related sections of the books listed in the bibliography. Lecture, Question-Answer, Discussion, Brain Storming, Case Study 7 elements of the sociology of institutions Reading the related sections of the books listed in the bibliography. Lecture, Question-Answer, Discussion, Brain Storming, Case Study 8 Mid-term Examination 9 Sociological works in Turkey Reading the related sections of the books listed in the bibliography. Lecture, Question-Answer, Discussion, Brain Storming, Case Study 10 Sociology, social structure and social change Reading the related sections of the books listed in the bibliography. Lecture, Question-Answer, Discussion, Brain Storming, Case Study 11 Social structure social change in sociology and culture Reading the related sections of the books listed in the bibliography. Lecture, Question-Answer, Discussion, Brain Storming, Case Study 12 Social structure social change in sociology and culture Reading the related sections of the books listed in the bibliography. Lecture, Question-Answer, Discussion, Brain Storming, Case Study 13 Relation of Sociology and Education Reading the related sections of the books listed in the bibliography. Lecture, Question-Answer, Discussion, Brain Storming, Case Study 14 Relation of Sociology and Education Reading the related sections of the books listed in the bibliography. Lecture, Question-Answer, Discussion, Brain Storming, Case Study 15 General Evaluation Reading the related sections of the books listed in the bibliography. Lecture, Question-Answer, Discussion, Brain Storming, Case Study 16/17 Final Examination   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)                 Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 40     Homeworks/Projects/Others 1 60 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 They use the methods to enrich empathy, critical and creative thinking, effective decision making compatible with humanistic values and problem solving skills. 3 2 They plan teaching-learning process noting students´ individual differences and the characteristics of the subject focus. 0 3 They develop original materials student-oriented instruction and use information technologies. 0 4 They avoid beiong mechanical in measurement and evaluation and use creative and elaborative forms to provide multiple development of the students. 0 5 They explain information production methods of Social Sciences. 3 6 The graduates of Social Studies Education explain basic notions of the Social Sciences. 0 7 They recognize the cultural structures of their own and other societies. They also evaluate reasons and outcomes of changes throughout history. 4 8 They define the location of their place on Earth. They evaluate social, political and economical effects of geographical location and the results of them. 3 9 They become aware of the importance of using natural sciences and arts to apprehend the Earth multidimentionally. They define their scientific, cultural, artistic and social needs and develop themselves continually. 4 10 They relate the disciplines that contribute to content of Social Studies lesson, applying the required specific instruction methods for the program. 4 11 They describe the applications to create democratic learning environment and make the classroom a real piece of life. 3 12 They communicate with their students and social environment in different cultures, they defend the fact that problems can be solved peacefully. 2 13 They recognize scientific basis of education. 0 14 They evaluate themselves in terms of their own professional qualifications. 2 15 They avoid discrimination and defend that living an honorable and human-rights convenient life is required for all humanity. 5 16 They become a citizen-teacher model. They struggle for a solution to current problems of the globe and their own environment as a participant member of the society. 3 17 They value self-confidence, braveness to question and power of changing. They want to study hard and take responsibility for achieving that goal. 2 18 They reach information sources and evaluate their learnings in a critical attitude. 4 19 They value life-long learning. 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 2 28     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 2 28 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 5 5     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 5 5     Final Exam 1 5 5 Total Workload: 71 Total Workload / 25 (h): 2.84 ECTS Credit: 3