Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COMMUNICATION and ETHICS | - | Spring Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 5 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | English |
| 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,Kantian Morality,Virtue Ethics,Meta-ethics,Conveying Truth and Facts,Freedom of Speech,Midterm Exam,Privacy, Surveillance, and Information,Representation and Stereotypes,Media Ownership and Ethical Consumption,Internet,Internet and Subcultures,What to do?,Final Exam. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| The student examines ethical ideas in the history of philosophy and applies them to current issues in media. | 10, 3, 4, 9 | E, L |
| Examines and researches every aspect of moral thought. Analyzes ethical dilemmas. | 10, 9 | A, C, E |
| Students gain the ability to evaluate the ethical dimensions of media content, including news, advertising and entertainment. | 10, 13, 8 | C, G |
| Comprehensively researches the legal and regulatory frameworks related to media ethics and conducts studies accordingly. | 10, 13, 9 | C, E |
| Understands and promotes high ethical standards in media production and consumption. | 10, 13, 9 | C, G, L |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 13: Case Study Method, 3: Problem Baded Learning Model, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 8: Flipped Classroom 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? | Shafer-Landau, Introduction |
| 2 | Utilitarianism | Shafer-Landau, Chapter 9-10 Consequentialism |
| 3 | Kantian Morality | Shafer-Landau, Chapter 11-12 The Kantian Perspective |
| 4 | Virtue Ethics | Shafer-Landau, Chapter 17 Virtue Ethics |
| 5 | Meta-ethics | Shafer-Landau, Chapter 22 Is Moral Knowledge Possible? |
| 6 | Conveying Truth and Facts | Chapter 19 Ethical Relativism |
| 7 | Freedom of Speech | |
| 8 | Midterm Exam | |
| 9 | Privacy, Surveillance, and Information | |
| 10 | Representation and Stereotypes | |
| 11 | Media Ownership and Ethical Consumption | |
| 12 | Internet | |
| 13 | Internet and Subcultures | |
| 14 | What to do? | |
| 15 | Final Exam |
| Resources |
| Aristotle, M., & Ostwald, M. (1911). Nicomachean Ethics. New York, NY: Hackett Publishing Company. Edited by C. C. W. Taylor. Baron, M. W., Pettit, P., & Slote, M. (1997). Three Methods of Ethics: A Debate. Malden, MA: Wiley-Blackwell. Edited by P. Pettit & M. Slote. Beauchamp, T. L. (Ed.). (1998). David Hume: An Enquiry Concerning the Principles of Morals: A Critical Edition. Oxford: Clarendon Press. Bentham, J. (1780). An Introduction to the Principles of Morals and Legislation. New York, NY: Dover Publications. Edited by J. H. Burns & H. L. A. Hart. Copp, D. (Ed.). (2006). The Oxford Handbook of Ethical Theory. New York, NY: Oxford University Press. Crisp, R., & Slote, M. (Eds.). (1997). Virtue Ethics. Oxford: Oxford University Press. Driver, J. (2006). Ethics: The Fundamentals. Malden, MA: Wiley-Blackwell. Hobbes, T. (2006). Leviathan. In A. Martinich, F. Allhoff, & A. Vaidya (Eds.), Early Modern Philosophy: Essential Readings with Commentary. Blackwell. Hooker, B. (2000). Ideal Code, Real World: A Rule-Consequentialist Theory of Morality. New York, NY: Oxford University Press. Kagan, S. (1989). The Limits of Morality. New York, NY: Oxford University Press. Kamm, F. (2007). Intricate Ethics: Rights, Responsibilities, and Permissible Harm. New York, NY: Oxford University Press. Kant, I. (1785). Groundwork for the Metaphysics of Morals. New York, NY: Oxford University Press. Edited by T. E. Hill & A. Zweig. Korsgaard, C. M. (1996). Creating the Kingdom of Ends. New York, NY, USA: Cambridge University Press. Mill, J. S. (1987). Utilitarianism and Other Essays. New York, NY, USA: Penguin Books. Edited by J. Bentham & A. Ryan. O'Neill, O. (1989). Constructions of Reason: Explorations of Kant's Practical Philosophy. New York, NY: Cambridge University Press. Parfit, D. (2011). On What Matters: Two-Volume Set. New York, NY: Oxford University Press. Plato, P., & Shorey, P. (2000). The Republic. ePenguin. Edited by C. Johnson, H. D. Lewis & B. Jowett. Portmore, D. W. (2011). Commonsense Consequentialism: Wherein Morality Meets Rationality. New York, USA: Oxford University Press USA. Rawls, J. (n.d.). A Theory of Justice. Scanlon, T. (1998). What We Owe to Each Other. Cambridge, MA: Belknap Press of Harvard University Press. Scheffler, S. (1982). The Rejection of Consequentialism: A Philosophical Investigation of the Considerations Underlying Rival Moral Conceptions. New York, NY: Oxford University Press. Shafer-Landau, R. (Ed.). (2007). Ethical Theory: An Anthology. Malden, MA: Wiley-Blackwell. Timmons, M. (2001). Moral Theory: An Introduction. Lanham, MD: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers. |
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 of Public Relations and Advertising disciplines and the basic theories of these disciplines. | ||||||
| 2 | Determines facts related to Public Relations and Advertising and analyzes these facts from various dimensions. | ||||||
| 3 | Using expert knowledge, takes part in the decision-making mechanisms of businesses, identifies the problems encountered and offers solutions. | ||||||
| 4 | Carries out analyzes for institutions and prepares a communication plan in line with the needs of the institutions. | ||||||
| 5 | Solve problems that arise in projects related to the field by taking responsibility when necessary. | ||||||
| 6 | Takes part in a team established for projects related to the field, leads the project, plans and manages the events. | ||||||
| 7 | Investigates theoretical and factual problems related to the disciplines and sub-disciplines of Public Relations and Advertising with scientific methods, analyzes the findings and turns them into scientific publications. | ||||||
| 8 | Adopts the principle of lifelong learning. Regularly follows developments, innovations, ideas, methods and techniques in the field and uses them effectively in his/her own work. | ||||||
| 9 | Communicates verbally and in writing by using English at least at the European Language Portfolio B2 General Level. | ||||||
| 10 | Uses new communication technologies effectively in professional and scientific studies and constantly follows the developments in new communication technologies. | ||||||
| 11 | Plans social responsibility activities and takes part in the realization of these activities. | ||||||
| 12 | Acts in a way that adheres to ethical codes in professional and scientific work. | ||||||
| 13 | Carries out various public relations and advertising campaigns in public and private sector organizations, using methods and techniques of Public Relations and Advertising disciplines. | ||||||
| 14 | Carries out measurement and evaluation of the communication activities. | ||||||
| 15 | Knowledgeable about occupational health and safety and can use this information when necessary. . | ||||||
| 16 | Sensitive to the environment, the universality of social rights and the protection of cultural values. | ||||||
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 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Term Project | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Presentation of Project / Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Midterm Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| General Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 0 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(0/30) | 0 | |||||
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COMMUNICATION and ETHICS | - | Spring Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 5 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | English |
| 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,Kantian Morality,Virtue Ethics,Meta-ethics,Conveying Truth and Facts,Freedom of Speech,Midterm Exam,Privacy, Surveillance, and Information,Representation and Stereotypes,Media Ownership and Ethical Consumption,Internet,Internet and Subcultures,What to do?,Final Exam. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| The student examines ethical ideas in the history of philosophy and applies them to current issues in media. | 10, 3, 4, 9 | E, L |
| Examines and researches every aspect of moral thought. Analyzes ethical dilemmas. | 10, 9 | A, C, E |
| Students gain the ability to evaluate the ethical dimensions of media content, including news, advertising and entertainment. | 10, 13, 8 | C, G |
| Comprehensively researches the legal and regulatory frameworks related to media ethics and conducts studies accordingly. | 10, 13, 9 | C, E |
| Understands and promotes high ethical standards in media production and consumption. | 10, 13, 9 | C, G, L |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 13: Case Study Method, 3: Problem Baded Learning Model, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 8: Flipped Classroom 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? | Shafer-Landau, Introduction |
| 2 | Utilitarianism | Shafer-Landau, Chapter 9-10 Consequentialism |
| 3 | Kantian Morality | Shafer-Landau, Chapter 11-12 The Kantian Perspective |
| 4 | Virtue Ethics | Shafer-Landau, Chapter 17 Virtue Ethics |
| 5 | Meta-ethics | Shafer-Landau, Chapter 22 Is Moral Knowledge Possible? |
| 6 | Conveying Truth and Facts | Chapter 19 Ethical Relativism |
| 7 | Freedom of Speech | |
| 8 | Midterm Exam | |
| 9 | Privacy, Surveillance, and Information | |
| 10 | Representation and Stereotypes | |
| 11 | Media Ownership and Ethical Consumption | |
| 12 | Internet | |
| 13 | Internet and Subcultures | |
| 14 | What to do? | |
| 15 | Final Exam |
| Resources |
| Aristotle, M., & Ostwald, M. (1911). Nicomachean Ethics. New York, NY: Hackett Publishing Company. Edited by C. C. W. Taylor. Baron, M. W., Pettit, P., & Slote, M. (1997). Three Methods of Ethics: A Debate. Malden, MA: Wiley-Blackwell. Edited by P. Pettit & M. Slote. Beauchamp, T. L. (Ed.). (1998). David Hume: An Enquiry Concerning the Principles of Morals: A Critical Edition. Oxford: Clarendon Press. Bentham, J. (1780). An Introduction to the Principles of Morals and Legislation. New York, NY: Dover Publications. Edited by J. H. Burns & H. L. A. Hart. Copp, D. (Ed.). (2006). The Oxford Handbook of Ethical Theory. New York, NY: Oxford University Press. Crisp, R., & Slote, M. (Eds.). (1997). Virtue Ethics. Oxford: Oxford University Press. Driver, J. (2006). Ethics: The Fundamentals. Malden, MA: Wiley-Blackwell. Hobbes, T. (2006). Leviathan. In A. Martinich, F. Allhoff, & A. Vaidya (Eds.), Early Modern Philosophy: Essential Readings with Commentary. Blackwell. Hooker, B. (2000). Ideal Code, Real World: A Rule-Consequentialist Theory of Morality. New York, NY: Oxford University Press. Kagan, S. (1989). The Limits of Morality. New York, NY: Oxford University Press. Kamm, F. (2007). Intricate Ethics: Rights, Responsibilities, and Permissible Harm. New York, NY: Oxford University Press. Kant, I. (1785). Groundwork for the Metaphysics of Morals. New York, NY: Oxford University Press. Edited by T. E. Hill & A. Zweig. Korsgaard, C. M. (1996). Creating the Kingdom of Ends. New York, NY, USA: Cambridge University Press. Mill, J. S. (1987). Utilitarianism and Other Essays. New York, NY, USA: Penguin Books. Edited by J. Bentham & A. Ryan. O'Neill, O. (1989). Constructions of Reason: Explorations of Kant's Practical Philosophy. New York, NY: Cambridge University Press. Parfit, D. (2011). On What Matters: Two-Volume Set. New York, NY: Oxford University Press. Plato, P., & Shorey, P. (2000). The Republic. ePenguin. Edited by C. Johnson, H. D. Lewis & B. Jowett. Portmore, D. W. (2011). Commonsense Consequentialism: Wherein Morality Meets Rationality. New York, USA: Oxford University Press USA. Rawls, J. (n.d.). A Theory of Justice. Scanlon, T. (1998). What We Owe to Each Other. Cambridge, MA: Belknap Press of Harvard University Press. Scheffler, S. (1982). The Rejection of Consequentialism: A Philosophical Investigation of the Considerations Underlying Rival Moral Conceptions. New York, NY: Oxford University Press. Shafer-Landau, R. (Ed.). (2007). Ethical Theory: An Anthology. Malden, MA: Wiley-Blackwell. Timmons, M. (2001). Moral Theory: An Introduction. Lanham, MD: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers. |
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 of Public Relations and Advertising disciplines and the basic theories of these disciplines. | ||||||
| 2 | Determines facts related to Public Relations and Advertising and analyzes these facts from various dimensions. | ||||||
| 3 | Using expert knowledge, takes part in the decision-making mechanisms of businesses, identifies the problems encountered and offers solutions. | ||||||
| 4 | Carries out analyzes for institutions and prepares a communication plan in line with the needs of the institutions. | ||||||
| 5 | Solve problems that arise in projects related to the field by taking responsibility when necessary. | ||||||
| 6 | Takes part in a team established for projects related to the field, leads the project, plans and manages the events. | ||||||
| 7 | Investigates theoretical and factual problems related to the disciplines and sub-disciplines of Public Relations and Advertising with scientific methods, analyzes the findings and turns them into scientific publications. | ||||||
| 8 | Adopts the principle of lifelong learning. Regularly follows developments, innovations, ideas, methods and techniques in the field and uses them effectively in his/her own work. | ||||||
| 9 | Communicates verbally and in writing by using English at least at the European Language Portfolio B2 General Level. | ||||||
| 10 | Uses new communication technologies effectively in professional and scientific studies and constantly follows the developments in new communication technologies. | ||||||
| 11 | Plans social responsibility activities and takes part in the realization of these activities. | ||||||
| 12 | Acts in a way that adheres to ethical codes in professional and scientific work. | ||||||
| 13 | Carries out various public relations and advertising campaigns in public and private sector organizations, using methods and techniques of Public Relations and Advertising disciplines. | ||||||
| 14 | Carries out measurement and evaluation of the communication activities. | ||||||
| 15 | Knowledgeable about occupational health and safety and can use this information when necessary. . | ||||||
| 16 | Sensitive to the environment, the universality of social rights and the protection of cultural values. | ||||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |