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  Course Description
Course Name : Sociology of Sports

Course Code : SYB207

Course Type : Compulsory

Level of Course : First Cycle

Year of Study : 4

Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 3

Name of Lecturer(s) : Asst.Prof.Dr. ZEYNEP FİLİZ DİNÇ

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Learns the functions of sport in the process of socialization of the individual.
Becomes aware of the fact that sport is an important interaction tool for individuals, teams, countries, cultures, races and many social institutions.
Follows visual and written media reports, and organizes them by bringing them together with examples.

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : Understanding the importance of sport in social life.

Course Contents : Sport Education and Society-Individual Relations, Deviation and Violence concepts in Sport.

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 Definition of sociology, the basic concepts of sociology. The purpose of the definition of sport sociology. The basic concepts related to the relevant fields of study in sport sociology. Literature Review. Preliminary research Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer
2 Social mobility and sport; horizontal and vertical transitions. Literature Review. Preliminary research Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer
3 The place and importance of sport in the process of socialization of individuals Literature Review. Preliminary research Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer
4 Different psycho-cultural identifications in sport Literature Review. Preliminary research Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer
5 Women and Sport (assessment from a sociological perspective) Is there a gender discrimination? Literature Review. Preliminary research Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer
6 The aggression, the factors that cause aggression, violence law in sports. Literature Review. Preliminary research Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer
7 Supporters, hooliganism, and the differences between the characteristics of the groups. Literature Review. Preliminary research Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer
8 mid-term Literature Review. Preliminary research Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer
9 Supporters, hooliganism, and the differences between the characteristics of the groups. Literature Review. Preliminary research Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer
10 Significant factors determining the tendency towards sports activities; evaluation of the social environment, socio-economic status and geographic location Literature Review. Preliminary research Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer
11 Professionalism and amateurism in sport Literature Review. Preliminary research Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer
12 Olympics, historical development of Oliympics, philosophy of Olympism Literature Review. Preliminary research Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer
13 Industrialization in sports Literature Review. Preliminary research Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer
14 the application of the new law of violence. Literature Review. Preliminary research Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer
15 The importance of sport in the socialization of individuals Literature Review. Preliminary research Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer
16/17 final exam Literature Review. Preliminary research evaluation


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
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  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 60
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 1 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 Acts appropriately with professional ethical standards 0
2 Defines the sport organization in our country and explains their problems. 2
3 Understands the knowledge, skills and values related to sport organizations’ management at the highest level. 3
4 Analysis the internal and external environment of sport organizations, solves its problems and makes decisions in accordance with the changing conditions. 1
5 Practises the management functions and organization principle to sport organization 3
6 Has the skills of active listening, empathy, self-expression, and use of communication technology for effective interpersonal communication. 5
7 In additon to occupational skills, develops himself on scientific, cultural and artistic areas according to his own abilities and needs. 4
8 Recognizes the sports facilities and technologies, follows their progress and uses information technology in accordance with the sport sciences. 4
9 Has knowledge about human anatomy and physiology. 0
10 Understands how managerial decision-making process is affected by the organizational culture and ethical values of sport organization. 2
11 Acquires the knowledge and the culture of sport, adopts the philosophy of Olympism, has the skills of explaining and spreading this philosophy in society. 2
12 Understands and interprets the technical tactics and managerial skills of chosen sports branch. 2
13 Uses the communiction skills in the sport organization management process. 2
14 Develops the financial strategies for sport organizations, evaluates the budget, revenue sources and expenditure, explains the elements of sports marketing. 2
15 Has an active role in individual and group activities and successfully finishes the tasks in group work in sports areas. 0
16 Becomes sensitive and tolerant of athletes about multicultural and diversity issues. 3
17 Uses educational technology effectively to reach training and performance goals. 0
18 Has the ability to search, discover, create alternative solutions, reach information, think critically and engage in productive discussions for personal and professional growth. 0
19 Acts colloboratively and cooperatively with her/his colleagues in work place 3
20 Knows the importance of nutrition for health and performance. 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 2 28
    Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 10 2 20
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 1 1
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 5 5
    Final Exam 1 10 10
Total Workload: 64
Total Workload / 25 (h): 2.56
ECTS Credit: 3