This course explores the intersection of media studies with ethical theory, drawing on both the analytic and continental traditions. Students will engage with key philosophical texts to examine the ethical dimensions of media production, distribution, and consumption. They will critically analyze contemporary media issues through diverse ethical lenses, evaluating the implications for society and culture.
Course Content
This course contains; What is Ethics?,Utilitarianism and Consequentialism,Kant and Morality,Virtue Ethics,Meta-ethics,Subjectivism,Relativism,Midterm exam,Conveyance of Truth and Facts,Privacy, Surveillance and Knowledge,Media Ownership and Ethical Consumption,İnternet,Integrating Ethical Theories in Media Practice,Contemporary Issues in Media Ethics and Beyond,Final Exam.
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
Examines ethical thinking in the history of philosophy and adapts them to current problems in media.
10, 3, 4, 9
E, L
Examines and conducts research on moral thought through multiple aspects. May analyze ethical dilemmas.
10, 9
A, E
Students will develop the ability to evaluate the ethical dimensions of media content, including news, advertising, and entertainment.
10, 13, 14, 9
C
Understands and promotes high ethical standards in media production and consumption.
10, 12, 13, 9
C, G
Comprehensively researches legal and regulatory frameworks related to media ethics and works accordingly.
10, 13, 9
C, G
Teaching Methods:
10: Discussion Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 3: Problem Baded Learning Model, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:
A: Traditional Written Exam, C: Multiple-Choice Exam, E: Homework, G: Quiz, L: Group Assessment Technique
Course Outline
Order
Subjects
Preliminary Work
1
What is Ethics?
Sandel, M. J. (2015). Justice: What’s the right thing to do? Chapter 1. Kuçuradi, İ. (2018). Ethics. Chapter 1.
2
Utilitarianism and Consequentialism
Bernard Williams, Morality, Chapter 10 - Utilitarianism
3
Kant and Morality
Immanuel Kant, Critique of Practical Reason, Hackett
4
Virtue Ethics
Aristotle, Nichomachean Ethics
5
Meta-ethics
6
Subjectivism
Bernard Williams, Chapter 4 - Subjectivism
7
Relativism
Bernard Williams, Chapter 1
8
Midterm exam
Review of all topics.
9
Conveyance of Truth and Facts
Chapter 7 - Moral Standards and the Distinguishing Mark of a Man
10
Privacy, Surveillance and Knowledge
11
Media Ownership and Ethical Consumption
Chapter 9 - What Is Morality about?
12
İnternet
13
Integrating Ethical Theories in Media Practice
Compare and contrast the theories covered (amoralism, subjectivism, relativism, utilitarianism)
14
Contemporary Issues in Media Ethics and Beyond
15
Final Exam
Resources
Williams, B. (1993). Morality: An Introduction to Ethics (Reprint edition). Cambridge University Press.
Sandel, M. J. (2015). Justice: What’s the right thing to do? Farrar, Straus and Giroux.
Aristotle, M., & Ostwald, M. (1911). Nicomachean Ethics. New York, NY: Hackett Publishing Company. Edited by C. C. W. Taylor.
Blackburn, Simon. (2018). Etik. Dost Kitabevi. 978-9752985940.
Kuçuradi, İoanna. (2018). Etik. TFK Yayınları. 978-9757748137.
Kuçuradi, İoanna. (2019). Etik. TFK Yayınları. 9757748641.
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
No
Program Qualification
Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1
Knows the basic concepts and theoretical grounds related to the field.
2
Determines the facts related to New Media and Communication Systems and analyzes these facts with various dimensions.
3
Analyzes the needs of the media organizations and plans and applies strategies accordingly.
4
Plans new media projects and implements them.
5
Takes responsibility when necessary in the field related projects and proposes solutions to emerging problems.
6
Takes place as a member in a project-based teamwork; leads projects and plans events.
7
Observes the theoretical and factual problems with scientific methods related to new media and communication systems disciplines and sub-disciplines; analyzes the findings and presents them in scientific publications.
8
Has a high awareness towards lifelong learning. Follows the developments, innovations, opinions, methods and techniques regularly and uses them efficiently.
9
To be able to communicate orally and in writing in a foreign language at least at the B1 level of the European Language Portfolio.
10
Utilizes new communication technologies efficiently in professional and scientific works and follows the developments in new communication technologies regularly.
11
Plans social responsibility events and takes a role in implementation process.
12
Acts in accordance with ethical codes in professional and scientific works.
13
Uses tools related to new media and communications, efficiently.
14
Develops and implement new media projects specifically developed for media organizations.
15
Sensitive to the environment, the universality of social rights and the protection of cultural values.
16
Knowledgeable about occupational health and safety and can use this information when necessary.
17
Uses Turkish language fluently and accurately in scientific and professional works.
Assessment Methods
Contribution Level
Absolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success
40
Rate of Final Exam to Success
60
Total
100
ECTS / Workload Table
Activities
Number of
Duration(Hour)
Total Workload(Hour)
Course Hours
14
3
42
Guided Problem Solving
5
15
75
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report
4
2
8
Term Project
0
0
0
Presentation of Project / Seminar
0
0
0
Quiz
2
4
8
Midterm Exam
1
2
2
General Exam
1
3
3
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan
0
0
0
Total Workload(Hour)
138
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(138/30)
5
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
MEDIA and ETHICS
YMİ3214886
Spring Semester
3+0
3
5
Course Program
Salı 14:30-15:15
Salı 15:30-16:15
Salı 16:30-17:15
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of Course
Turkish
Course Level
First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course Type
Required
Course Coordinator
Assist.Prof. Doğa ÇÖL
Name of Lecturer(s)
Assist.Prof. Doğa ÇÖL
Assistant(s)
Aim
This course explores the intersection of media studies with ethical theory, drawing on both the analytic and continental traditions. Students will engage with key philosophical texts to examine the ethical dimensions of media production, distribution, and consumption. They will critically analyze contemporary media issues through diverse ethical lenses, evaluating the implications for society and culture.
Course Content
This course contains; What is Ethics?,Utilitarianism and Consequentialism,Kant and Morality,Virtue Ethics,Meta-ethics,Subjectivism,Relativism,Midterm exam,Conveyance of Truth and Facts,Privacy, Surveillance and Knowledge,Media Ownership and Ethical Consumption,İnternet,Integrating Ethical Theories in Media Practice,Contemporary Issues in Media Ethics and Beyond,Final Exam.
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
Examines ethical thinking in the history of philosophy and adapts them to current problems in media.
10, 3, 4, 9
E, L
Examines and conducts research on moral thought through multiple aspects. May analyze ethical dilemmas.
10, 9
A, E
Students will develop the ability to evaluate the ethical dimensions of media content, including news, advertising, and entertainment.
10, 13, 14, 9
C
Understands and promotes high ethical standards in media production and consumption.
10, 12, 13, 9
C, G
Comprehensively researches legal and regulatory frameworks related to media ethics and works accordingly.
10, 13, 9
C, G
Teaching Methods:
10: Discussion Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 3: Problem Baded Learning Model, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:
A: Traditional Written Exam, C: Multiple-Choice Exam, E: Homework, G: Quiz, L: Group Assessment Technique
Course Outline
Order
Subjects
Preliminary Work
1
What is Ethics?
Sandel, M. J. (2015). Justice: What’s the right thing to do? Chapter 1. Kuçuradi, İ. (2018). Ethics. Chapter 1.
2
Utilitarianism and Consequentialism
Bernard Williams, Morality, Chapter 10 - Utilitarianism
3
Kant and Morality
Immanuel Kant, Critique of Practical Reason, Hackett
4
Virtue Ethics
Aristotle, Nichomachean Ethics
5
Meta-ethics
6
Subjectivism
Bernard Williams, Chapter 4 - Subjectivism
7
Relativism
Bernard Williams, Chapter 1
8
Midterm exam
Review of all topics.
9
Conveyance of Truth and Facts
Chapter 7 - Moral Standards and the Distinguishing Mark of a Man
10
Privacy, Surveillance and Knowledge
11
Media Ownership and Ethical Consumption
Chapter 9 - What Is Morality about?
12
İnternet
13
Integrating Ethical Theories in Media Practice
Compare and contrast the theories covered (amoralism, subjectivism, relativism, utilitarianism)
14
Contemporary Issues in Media Ethics and Beyond
15
Final Exam
Resources
Williams, B. (1993). Morality: An Introduction to Ethics (Reprint edition). Cambridge University Press.
Sandel, M. J. (2015). Justice: What’s the right thing to do? Farrar, Straus and Giroux.
Aristotle, M., & Ostwald, M. (1911). Nicomachean Ethics. New York, NY: Hackett Publishing Company. Edited by C. C. W. Taylor.
Blackburn, Simon. (2018). Etik. Dost Kitabevi. 978-9752985940.
Kuçuradi, İoanna. (2018). Etik. TFK Yayınları. 978-9757748137.
Kuçuradi, İoanna. (2019). Etik. TFK Yayınları. 9757748641.
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
No
Program Qualification
Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1
Knows the basic concepts and theoretical grounds related to the field.
2
Determines the facts related to New Media and Communication Systems and analyzes these facts with various dimensions.
3
Analyzes the needs of the media organizations and plans and applies strategies accordingly.
4
Plans new media projects and implements them.
5
Takes responsibility when necessary in the field related projects and proposes solutions to emerging problems.
6
Takes place as a member in a project-based teamwork; leads projects and plans events.
7
Observes the theoretical and factual problems with scientific methods related to new media and communication systems disciplines and sub-disciplines; analyzes the findings and presents them in scientific publications.
8
Has a high awareness towards lifelong learning. Follows the developments, innovations, opinions, methods and techniques regularly and uses them efficiently.
9
To be able to communicate orally and in writing in a foreign language at least at the B1 level of the European Language Portfolio.
10
Utilizes new communication technologies efficiently in professional and scientific works and follows the developments in new communication technologies regularly.
11
Plans social responsibility events and takes a role in implementation process.
12
Acts in accordance with ethical codes in professional and scientific works.
13
Uses tools related to new media and communications, efficiently.
14
Develops and implement new media projects specifically developed for media organizations.
15
Sensitive to the environment, the universality of social rights and the protection of cultural values.
16
Knowledgeable about occupational health and safety and can use this information when necessary.
17
Uses Turkish language fluently and accurately in scientific and professional works.
