Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHILOSOPHICAL and SOCIOLOGICAL ROOTS of TURKISH LAW | KHKD1213804 | Spring Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 7 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | Third Cycle (Doctorate Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Prof.Dr. Ahmet Ulvi TÜRKBAĞ |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Prof.Dr. Ahmet Ulvi TÜRKBAĞ |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | The aim of this course is to clearly explain the meaning of the most basic legal principles that constitute the essence of laws, constitutions and international treaties, to reveal the historical reasons for their adoption by humanity, and thus to ensure that these principles are followed even in the most concrete, practical legal problem, especially for legal subjects such as judges and prosecutors who play a decisive role directly on the rights of citizens. In order to do this, it aims to enable students (our colleagues) to comprehend the basic principles of law. When we look at the historical background, it is seen that our modern understanding of law has been seriously influenced by western thought. Here, three main approaches affect our law. In chronological order: Aristotle's Virtue Ethics, J. Bentham's Utilitarianism and Kant's Deontological Ethics influenced our legal thought. On the other hand, not only secular ethics but also religious ethics is another fundamental element for the construction of our law. Based on these foundations, the Philosophical and Sociological Origins of Our Law course aims to create awareness about the current state of our law together with the whole historical background. |
| Course Content | This course contains; The Origins of Our Modern Law: Western and Eastern Experiences Similarities and Differences,Origins of Enlightenment I A. Western Experience: Kant and the Lisbon Earthquake,Aydınlanmanın Kökenleri II Doğu Tecrübesi: İşrakiyun, Işık Doğudan Yükselir,Secular Ethical Theories I A. History of Utilitarianism B. Jeremy Bentham,Secular Ethical Theories II C. Mill's Utilitarianism Text and Criticisms of Classical Utilitarianism,Secular Ethical Theories III D. Current Approaches to Utilitarian Theory,Secular Ethical Theories IV A. What is Kantianism? B. Kant's Philosophy of Knowledge,Secular Ethical Theories V C. Kant's Moral Philosophy D. Sense of Duty,Secular Ethical Theories VI E. Moral Maxims 1. Universality 2. Autonomy 3. Human Dignity,Secular Ethical Theories VII A. What is Virtue Ethics? B. Aristotle's Philosophy of Knowledge and Teleological Approach,Secular Ethical Theories VIII C. Ethics as a Middle Way: Ethics to Nikamakhos D. Basic Ethical Virtues: Courage, Temperance, Justice,Secular Ethical Theories IX E. Reflection of Aristotle's Ethical Views on Law: Politics (Politeia) Text ,Religious Ethical Theories A. Reflections of Jewish Ethics on Law B. Reflections of Christian Ethics on Law C. Reflections of Islamic Ethics on Law,Fundamental Concepts Grounding Our Law: Democracy, Rule of Law, Human Dignity, Freedom of Contract, Loyalty, Humanitarian Law, etc.. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| He/she explains the philosophical and sociological origins of our law. | 10, 13, 14, 16, 19, 4, 9 | A, E |
| He/she understands secular ethics such as virtue ethics, utilitarianism and Kantianism and their reflections on law. | 10, 13, 16 | A, E |
| He/she distinguish how religious ethics can influence law. | 10, 16, 9 | A, E |
| Discusses about the concept of enlightenment. | 10, 16, 9 | A, E |
| He/she gains a philosophical and sociological perspective on law and applies it to his/her profession. | 10, 13, 16, 19 | A, E |
| Explains the basic concepts of law such as human dignity, freedom of contract, fidelity to covenant. | 10, 16 | A, E |
| Apply the basic concepts of law, such as human dignity, freedom of contract, fidelity to the profession. |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Origins of Our Modern Law: Western and Eastern Experiences Similarities and Differences | No prior preparation is required. |
| 2 | Origins of Enlightenment I A. Western Experience: Kant and the Lisbon Earthquake | No prior preparation is required. |
| 3 | Aydınlanmanın Kökenleri II Doğu Tecrübesi: İşrakiyun, Işık Doğudan Yükselir | No prior preparation is required. |
| 4 | Secular Ethical Theories I A. History of Utilitarianism B. Jeremy Bentham | No prior preparation is required. |
| 5 | Secular Ethical Theories II C. Mill's Utilitarianism Text and Criticisms of Classical Utilitarianism | No prior preparation is required. |
| 6 | Secular Ethical Theories III D. Current Approaches to Utilitarian Theory | No prior preparation is required. |
| 7 | Secular Ethical Theories IV A. What is Kantianism? B. Kant's Philosophy of Knowledge | No prior preparation is required. |
| 8 | Secular Ethical Theories V C. Kant's Moral Philosophy D. Sense of Duty | No prior preparation is required. |
| 9 | Secular Ethical Theories VI E. Moral Maxims 1. Universality 2. Autonomy 3. Human Dignity | No prior preparation is required. |
| 10 | Secular Ethical Theories VII A. What is Virtue Ethics? B. Aristotle's Philosophy of Knowledge and Teleological Approach | No prior preparation is required. |
| 11 | Secular Ethical Theories VIII C. Ethics as a Middle Way: Ethics to Nikamakhos D. Basic Ethical Virtues: Courage, Temperance, Justice | No prior preparation is required. |
| 12 | Secular Ethical Theories IX E. Reflection of Aristotle's Ethical Views on Law: Politics (Politeia) Text | No prior preparation is required. |
| 13 | Religious Ethical Theories A. Reflections of Jewish Ethics on Law B. Reflections of Christian Ethics on Law C. Reflections of Islamic Ethics on Law | No prior preparation is required. |
| 14 | Fundamental Concepts Grounding Our Law: Democracy, Rule of Law, Human Dignity, Freedom of Contract, Loyalty, Humanitarian Law, etc. | No prior preparation is required. |
| Resources |
| * Aristoteles, Nikomakhos’a Etik, (Çev. Saffet Babür), 7. Baskı, BilgeSu Yayıncılık, Ankara, 2017. * Aristoteles, Politika, (Çev. Özgüç Orhan), Pinhan Yayıncılık, İstanbul, 2018. * Bentham, Jeremy, Yasamanın İlkeleri, (Çev. Barkın Asal), On İki Levha, İstanbul, 2017. * Kant, Immanuel. Ahlak Metafiziğinin Temellendirilmesi. Çeviren Ioanna Kuçuradi, Türkiye Felsefe Kurumu Yayınları, 2020. * Kant, Immanuel. Pratik aklın eleştirisi: = Kritik der praktischen Vernunft. Çeviren Ioanna Kuçuradi, 3. bas, Türkiye Felsefe Kurumu, 1999. * Mill, John Stuart. Faydacılık. Çeviren Gökhan Murteza, Pinhan Yayıncılık, 2017. * Öktem, Niyazi, ve Ahmet Ulvi Türkbağ. Felsefe, Sosyoloji, Hukuk ve Devlet. 8. Baskı, Der Yayınları, 2022. * Sandel, M. J, Adalet: Yapılması Gereken Doğru Şey Nedir?, 4. Baskı, Çeviren Mehmet Kocaoğlu, Eksi Kitaplar, Ankara, 2017. * Türkbağ, Ahmet Ulvi, “Doğu’nun Akşamından Batı’nın Şafağına: Modern Avrupa’yı Yaratan Anlayışın Doğuşu” Doğu Batı, Sayı14: Avrupa, Ankara, 2001. * Türkbağ, Ahmet Ulvi. “Evren ve İnsan Anlayışlarının Hukuka Yansıması Olarak İki Pozitivizm: Austin ve Hart”. Hukuk Felsefesi ve Sosyolojisi Arkivi, sy 12, 2005, ss. 49-63. * Türkbağ, Ahmet Ulvi. “Hart-Dworkin Tartışmasının Ana Hatları”. Anayasa Yargısı, c. 28, 2011. * Türkbağ, A. "The Theoretical and Social Conditions of Human Rights*" . Annales de la Faculté de Droit d’Istanbul 40 (2008 ): 215-224 |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | PY1) In light of the current developments in the field of public law, develop and deepen the knowledge about the main sources, legislation and jurisprudence which related to the public law. | X | |||||
| 2 | PY2) With understanding relationships among concept, institution and method that related to disciplines of public law, come up with original solutions by using knowledge requiring proficiency on analysis, synthesis and assessment of new and complex ideas. | X | |||||
| 3 | PY3) Evaluate and use new information within the public law in a systematic approach | X | |||||
| 4 | PY4) Evaluate innovative aproach an already known knowledge about public law or research and implement an original subject. | X | |||||
| 5 | PY5) Solve the problems encountered in the legal theory and practice by using research methods that specific to field of law. | X | |||||
| 6 | PY6) Evaluate innovative aproach an already known knowledge about public law or carry out an independent study which needs expertise in the field of public law and its sub-disciplines. | X | |||||
| 7 | PY7) Develop different perspectives and take responsibility to solve complex issues which require expertise and encountered in the field of public law and its sub-disciplines. | X | |||||
| 8 | PY8) Develop new ideas and methods in the field of public law by using high level mental processes such as creative and critical thinking, problem solving and decision making. | X | |||||
| 9 | PY9) Defend original views when exchanging ideas in the field of public law and itssub-disciplines with professionals and communicate effectively by showing competence in the field. | X | |||||
| 10 | PY10)Ability to communicate and discuss orally, in written and visually with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio C1 General Level. | ||||||
| 11 | PY11) Demonstrate functional interaction by using strategic decision making processes in solving problems encountered in the field of law. | X | |||||
| 12 | PY12) With developing understanding of honesty, justice and ethics are required to be lawyer, teach around them. | X | |||||
| 13 | PY13)Contribute to the solution finding process regarding social, scientific, cultural and ethical problems in the field of law and support the development of these values. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | |
| ECTS / Workload Table | ||||||
| Activities | Number of | Duration(Hour) | Total Workload(Hour) | |||
| Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 1 | 10 | 10 | |||
| Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 1 | 30 | 30 | |||
| Term Project | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Presentation of Project / Seminar | 1 | 10 | 10 | |||
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 35 | 35 | |||
| General Exam | 1 | 65 | 65 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 1 | 10 | 10 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 202 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(202/30) | 7 | |||||
| ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit. | ||||||
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHILOSOPHICAL and SOCIOLOGICAL ROOTS of TURKISH LAW | KHKD1213804 | Spring Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 7 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | Third Cycle (Doctorate Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Prof.Dr. Ahmet Ulvi TÜRKBAĞ |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Prof.Dr. Ahmet Ulvi TÜRKBAĞ |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | The aim of this course is to clearly explain the meaning of the most basic legal principles that constitute the essence of laws, constitutions and international treaties, to reveal the historical reasons for their adoption by humanity, and thus to ensure that these principles are followed even in the most concrete, practical legal problem, especially for legal subjects such as judges and prosecutors who play a decisive role directly on the rights of citizens. In order to do this, it aims to enable students (our colleagues) to comprehend the basic principles of law. When we look at the historical background, it is seen that our modern understanding of law has been seriously influenced by western thought. Here, three main approaches affect our law. In chronological order: Aristotle's Virtue Ethics, J. Bentham's Utilitarianism and Kant's Deontological Ethics influenced our legal thought. On the other hand, not only secular ethics but also religious ethics is another fundamental element for the construction of our law. Based on these foundations, the Philosophical and Sociological Origins of Our Law course aims to create awareness about the current state of our law together with the whole historical background. |
| Course Content | This course contains; The Origins of Our Modern Law: Western and Eastern Experiences Similarities and Differences,Origins of Enlightenment I A. Western Experience: Kant and the Lisbon Earthquake,Aydınlanmanın Kökenleri II Doğu Tecrübesi: İşrakiyun, Işık Doğudan Yükselir,Secular Ethical Theories I A. History of Utilitarianism B. Jeremy Bentham,Secular Ethical Theories II C. Mill's Utilitarianism Text and Criticisms of Classical Utilitarianism,Secular Ethical Theories III D. Current Approaches to Utilitarian Theory,Secular Ethical Theories IV A. What is Kantianism? B. Kant's Philosophy of Knowledge,Secular Ethical Theories V C. Kant's Moral Philosophy D. Sense of Duty,Secular Ethical Theories VI E. Moral Maxims 1. Universality 2. Autonomy 3. Human Dignity,Secular Ethical Theories VII A. What is Virtue Ethics? B. Aristotle's Philosophy of Knowledge and Teleological Approach,Secular Ethical Theories VIII C. Ethics as a Middle Way: Ethics to Nikamakhos D. Basic Ethical Virtues: Courage, Temperance, Justice,Secular Ethical Theories IX E. Reflection of Aristotle's Ethical Views on Law: Politics (Politeia) Text ,Religious Ethical Theories A. Reflections of Jewish Ethics on Law B. Reflections of Christian Ethics on Law C. Reflections of Islamic Ethics on Law,Fundamental Concepts Grounding Our Law: Democracy, Rule of Law, Human Dignity, Freedom of Contract, Loyalty, Humanitarian Law, etc.. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| He/she explains the philosophical and sociological origins of our law. | 10, 13, 14, 16, 19, 4, 9 | A, E |
| He/she understands secular ethics such as virtue ethics, utilitarianism and Kantianism and their reflections on law. | 10, 13, 16 | A, E |
| He/she distinguish how religious ethics can influence law. | 10, 16, 9 | A, E |
| Discusses about the concept of enlightenment. | 10, 16, 9 | A, E |
| He/she gains a philosophical and sociological perspective on law and applies it to his/her profession. | 10, 13, 16, 19 | A, E |
| Explains the basic concepts of law such as human dignity, freedom of contract, fidelity to covenant. | 10, 16 | A, E |
| Apply the basic concepts of law, such as human dignity, freedom of contract, fidelity to the profession. |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Origins of Our Modern Law: Western and Eastern Experiences Similarities and Differences | No prior preparation is required. |
| 2 | Origins of Enlightenment I A. Western Experience: Kant and the Lisbon Earthquake | No prior preparation is required. |
| 3 | Aydınlanmanın Kökenleri II Doğu Tecrübesi: İşrakiyun, Işık Doğudan Yükselir | No prior preparation is required. |
| 4 | Secular Ethical Theories I A. History of Utilitarianism B. Jeremy Bentham | No prior preparation is required. |
| 5 | Secular Ethical Theories II C. Mill's Utilitarianism Text and Criticisms of Classical Utilitarianism | No prior preparation is required. |
| 6 | Secular Ethical Theories III D. Current Approaches to Utilitarian Theory | No prior preparation is required. |
| 7 | Secular Ethical Theories IV A. What is Kantianism? B. Kant's Philosophy of Knowledge | No prior preparation is required. |
| 8 | Secular Ethical Theories V C. Kant's Moral Philosophy D. Sense of Duty | No prior preparation is required. |
| 9 | Secular Ethical Theories VI E. Moral Maxims 1. Universality 2. Autonomy 3. Human Dignity | No prior preparation is required. |
| 10 | Secular Ethical Theories VII A. What is Virtue Ethics? B. Aristotle's Philosophy of Knowledge and Teleological Approach | No prior preparation is required. |
| 11 | Secular Ethical Theories VIII C. Ethics as a Middle Way: Ethics to Nikamakhos D. Basic Ethical Virtues: Courage, Temperance, Justice | No prior preparation is required. |
| 12 | Secular Ethical Theories IX E. Reflection of Aristotle's Ethical Views on Law: Politics (Politeia) Text | No prior preparation is required. |
| 13 | Religious Ethical Theories A. Reflections of Jewish Ethics on Law B. Reflections of Christian Ethics on Law C. Reflections of Islamic Ethics on Law | No prior preparation is required. |
| 14 | Fundamental Concepts Grounding Our Law: Democracy, Rule of Law, Human Dignity, Freedom of Contract, Loyalty, Humanitarian Law, etc. | No prior preparation is required. |
| Resources |
| * Aristoteles, Nikomakhos’a Etik, (Çev. Saffet Babür), 7. Baskı, BilgeSu Yayıncılık, Ankara, 2017. * Aristoteles, Politika, (Çev. Özgüç Orhan), Pinhan Yayıncılık, İstanbul, 2018. * Bentham, Jeremy, Yasamanın İlkeleri, (Çev. Barkın Asal), On İki Levha, İstanbul, 2017. * Kant, Immanuel. Ahlak Metafiziğinin Temellendirilmesi. Çeviren Ioanna Kuçuradi, Türkiye Felsefe Kurumu Yayınları, 2020. * Kant, Immanuel. Pratik aklın eleştirisi: = Kritik der praktischen Vernunft. Çeviren Ioanna Kuçuradi, 3. bas, Türkiye Felsefe Kurumu, 1999. * Mill, John Stuart. Faydacılık. Çeviren Gökhan Murteza, Pinhan Yayıncılık, 2017. * Öktem, Niyazi, ve Ahmet Ulvi Türkbağ. Felsefe, Sosyoloji, Hukuk ve Devlet. 8. Baskı, Der Yayınları, 2022. * Sandel, M. J, Adalet: Yapılması Gereken Doğru Şey Nedir?, 4. Baskı, Çeviren Mehmet Kocaoğlu, Eksi Kitaplar, Ankara, 2017. * Türkbağ, Ahmet Ulvi, “Doğu’nun Akşamından Batı’nın Şafağına: Modern Avrupa’yı Yaratan Anlayışın Doğuşu” Doğu Batı, Sayı14: Avrupa, Ankara, 2001. * Türkbağ, Ahmet Ulvi. “Evren ve İnsan Anlayışlarının Hukuka Yansıması Olarak İki Pozitivizm: Austin ve Hart”. Hukuk Felsefesi ve Sosyolojisi Arkivi, sy 12, 2005, ss. 49-63. * Türkbağ, Ahmet Ulvi. “Hart-Dworkin Tartışmasının Ana Hatları”. Anayasa Yargısı, c. 28, 2011. * Türkbağ, A. "The Theoretical and Social Conditions of Human Rights*" . Annales de la Faculté de Droit d’Istanbul 40 (2008 ): 215-224 |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | PY1) In light of the current developments in the field of public law, develop and deepen the knowledge about the main sources, legislation and jurisprudence which related to the public law. | X | |||||
| 2 | PY2) With understanding relationships among concept, institution and method that related to disciplines of public law, come up with original solutions by using knowledge requiring proficiency on analysis, synthesis and assessment of new and complex ideas. | X | |||||
| 3 | PY3) Evaluate and use new information within the public law in a systematic approach | X | |||||
| 4 | PY4) Evaluate innovative aproach an already known knowledge about public law or research and implement an original subject. | X | |||||
| 5 | PY5) Solve the problems encountered in the legal theory and practice by using research methods that specific to field of law. | X | |||||
| 6 | PY6) Evaluate innovative aproach an already known knowledge about public law or carry out an independent study which needs expertise in the field of public law and its sub-disciplines. | X | |||||
| 7 | PY7) Develop different perspectives and take responsibility to solve complex issues which require expertise and encountered in the field of public law and its sub-disciplines. | X | |||||
| 8 | PY8) Develop new ideas and methods in the field of public law by using high level mental processes such as creative and critical thinking, problem solving and decision making. | X | |||||
| 9 | PY9) Defend original views when exchanging ideas in the field of public law and itssub-disciplines with professionals and communicate effectively by showing competence in the field. | X | |||||
| 10 | PY10)Ability to communicate and discuss orally, in written and visually with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio C1 General Level. | ||||||
| 11 | PY11) Demonstrate functional interaction by using strategic decision making processes in solving problems encountered in the field of law. | X | |||||
| 12 | PY12) With developing understanding of honesty, justice and ethics are required to be lawyer, teach around them. | X | |||||
| 13 | PY13)Contribute to the solution finding process regarding social, scientific, cultural and ethical problems in the field of law and support the development of these values. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | |