Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| POLITICAL SOCIOLOGY | PPA3212122 | Spring Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 6 |
| Course Program | Pazartesi 13:30-14:15 Pazartesi 14:30-15:15 Pazartesi 15:30-16:15 |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | English |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Required |
| Course Coordinator | Assoc.Prof. Sema AKBOĞA DEMİR |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assoc.Prof. Sema AKBOĞA DEMİR |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | The goal of this course is to introduce the main concepts, approaches, and the topics in political sociology to the students of Political Science and Public Administration. |
| Course Content | This course contains; What is political sociology?,Elitism,Elitism,Pluralism,Marxism and neo-Marxism,Marxism ve Neo-Marxism,Social Movements,Political Culture,Political Participation,Citizenship,Presentation Meetings,Globalization,Student Presentations,Student Presentations. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 1. Develop a general perspective about the topics of political sociology. | 10, 19, 4, 9 | A |
| 2. Employ the theories of political sociology in social and political analysis. | 10, 16, 19, 4, 9 | A, E, F |
| 3. Analyze the relationship between political sociology and political science. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
| 4. Answer the questions about the main issues in political sociology. | 10, 13, 19, 4, 9 | A, F |
| 5. Identify social and political problems and their reasons. | 19, 4, 5, 9 | F |
| 6. Analyze the solutions proposed for the elimination of social and political problems. | 19, 4, 9 | F |
| 7. Interpret the impacts of political processes and institutions on social processes and institutions. | 16, 4, 9 | A, F |
| 8. Analyze how political institutions are influenced by social structure and processes. | 16, 4, 9 | A, F |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 13: Case Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 5: Cooperative Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework, F: Project Task |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | What is political sociology? | |
| 2 | Elitism | Dobratz, Betty, A., Waldner, Lisa K., and Buzzell, Timoty. (2016). Power, Politics, Society: An Introduction to Political Sociology. New York: Routledge. (Chapter 1: Power, pp. 1-35) Dobratz, Betty, A., Waldner, Lisa K., and Buzzell, Timoty. (2016). Power, Politics, Society: An Introduction to Political Sociology. New York: Routledge. (Chapter 1: Power, pp. 1-35; Chapter 2: pp. 36-40, 51-65) Faulks, Keith. (2000). Political Sociology: A Critical Introduction. New York: New York University Press. (Chapter 2: Classical Theories of the State and Civil Society, pp. 32-50) Özbudun, Ergun. (1993). “State Elites and Democratic Political Culture in Turkey.” In Larry Diamond (ed.), Political Culture and Democracy in Developing Countries (pp. 189-210). New York: Lynne Rienner Publications. |
| 3 | Elitism | Dobratz, Betty, A., Waldner, Lisa K., and Buzzell, Timoty. (2016). Power, Politics, Society: An Introduction to Political Sociology. New York: Routledge. (Chapter 1: Power, pp. 1-35) Dobratz, Betty, A., Waldner, Lisa K., and Buzzell, Timoty. (2016). Power, Politics, Society: An Introduction to Political Sociology. New York: Routledge. (Chapter 1: Power, pp. 1-35; Chapter 2: pp. 36-40, 51-65) Faulks, Keith. (2000). Political Sociology: A Critical Introduction. New York: New York University Press. (Chapter 2: Classical Theories of the State and Civil Society, pp. 32-50) Özbudun, Ergun. (1993). “State Elites and Democratic Political Culture in Turkey.” In Larry Diamond (ed.), Political Culture and Democracy in Developing Countries (pp. 189-210). New York: Lynne Rienner Publications. |
| 4 | Pluralism | Dobratz, Betty, A., Waldner, Lisa K., and Buzzell, Timoty. (2016). Power, Politics, Society: An Introduction to Political Sociology. New York: Routledge. (Chapter 1: Power, pp. 1-35) Dobratz, Betty, A., Waldner, Lisa K., and Buzzell, Timoty. (2016). Power, Politics, Society: An Introduction to Political Sociology. New York: Routledge. (Chapter 1: Power, pp. 1-35; Chapter 2: pp. 36-40, 51-65) Faulks, Keith. (2000). Political Sociology: A Critical Introduction. New York: New York University Press. (Chapter 2: Classical Theories of the State and Civil Society, pp. 32-50) Somer, Murat. (2009). Democracy (For Me): Religious and Secular Belief and Social and Political Pluralism in Turkey. Paper presented at the Fourth Sakip Sabanci International Research Award Workshop. https://www.bc.edu/content/dam/files/centers/boisi/pdf/f09/Somer_Democracy_For_Me.pdf |
| 5 | Marxism and neo-Marxism | Dobratz, Betty, A., Waldner, Lisa K., and Buzzell, Timoty. (2016). Power, Politics, Society: An Introduction to Political Sociology. New York: Routledge. (Chapter 1: Power, pp. 1-35) Dobratz, Betty, A., Waldner, Lisa K., and Buzzell, Timoty. (2016). Power, Politics, Society: An Introduction to Political Sociology. New York: Routledge. (Chapter 1: Power, pp. 1-35; Chapter 2: pp. 36-40, 51-65) Faulks, Keith. (2000). Political Sociology: A Critical Introduction. New York: New York University Press. (Chapter 2: Classical Theories of the State and Civil Society, pp. 32-50) |
| 6 | Marxism ve Neo-Marxism | Dobratz, Betty, A., Waldner, Lisa K., and Buzzell, Timoty. (2016). Power, Politics, Society: An Introduction to Political Sociology. New York: Routledge. (Chapter 1: Power, pp. 1-35) Dobratz, Betty, A., Waldner, Lisa K., and Buzzell, Timoty. (2016). Power, Politics, Society: An Introduction to Political Sociology. New York: Routledge. (Chapter 1: Power, pp. 1-35; Chapter 2: pp. 36-40, 51-65) Faulks, Keith. (2000). Political Sociology: A Critical Introduction. New York: New York University Press. (Chapter 2: Classical Theories of the State and Civil Society, pp. 32-50) Dikici Bilgin, Hasret. (2009). “Civil Society and State in Turkey: A Gramscian Perspective. In J. Schwarzmantel and M. McNally (eds.), Gramsci and Global Politics: Hegemony and Resistance (pp.107-118). London: Routledge. |
| 7 | Social Movements | Nash, Kate. (2000). Contemporary Political Sociology: Globalization, Politics, and Power. Massachusetts: Blackwell Publishers. (Chapter 3: pp. 100-145) Şimsek, Sefa. (2004). “New Social Movements in Turkey since 1980.” Turkish Studies, 5(2): 111-139. |
| 8 | Political Culture | Faulks, Keith. (2000). Political Sociology: A Critical Introduction. New York: New York University Press. (Chapter 6: Political Culture, pp. 107-125) Faulks, Keith. (2000). Political Sociology: A Critical Introduction. New York: New York University Press. (Chapter 8: Political Participation, pp. 143-155) Dobratz, Betty, A., Waldner, Lisa K., and Buzzell, Timoty. (2016). Power, Politics, Society: An Introduction to Political Sociology. New York: Routledge. (Chapter 6: Political Participation, pp. 209-219) Akboga, Sema, and Sahin, Osman. (2020). “Satisfaction with Democracy in Turkey: Findings from a National Survey.” Politics, 1-17. |
| 9 | Political Participation | Faulks, Keith. (2000). Political Sociology: A Critical Introduction. New York: New York University Press. (Chapter 6: Political Culture, pp. 107-125) Faulks, Keith. (2000). Political Sociology: A Critical Introduction. New York: New York University Press. (Chapter 8: Political Participation, pp. 143-155) Dobratz, Betty, A., Waldner, Lisa K., and Buzzell, Timoty. (2016). Power, Politics, Society: An Introduction to Political Sociology. New York: Routledge. (Chapter 6: Political Participation, pp. 209-219) Kentmen-Cin, Cigdem. (2015). “Participation in Social Protests: Comparing Turkey with EU Patterns.” Southeast European and Black Sea Studies, 15(3): 223-237. |
| 10 | Citizenship | Faulks, Keith. (2000). Political Sociology: A Critical Introduction. New York: New York University Press. (Chapter 7: Citizenship, pp. 126-142) Rumelili, Bahar, and Çakmaklı, Didem. (2017). “Civic Participation and Citizenship in Turkey: A Comparative Study of Five Cities.” South European Society and Politics, 22(3): 365-384. |
| 11 | Presentation Meetings | Articles that students choose about the subject |
| 12 | Globalization | Faulks, Keith. (2000). Political Sociology: A Critical Introduction. New York: New York University Press. (Chapter 3: Globalization, pp. 53-70). Akboga, Sema. (2016). “The Expansion of Compulsory Education in Turkey: Local and World Culture Dynamics.” Compare: A Journal of Comparative and International Education, 46(5): 789-810. |
| 13 | Student Presentations | Articles that students choose about the subject |
| 14 | Student Presentations | Articles that students choose about the subject |
| Resources |
| The articles will be provided online by the instructor of the course. |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | 1. Students will know basic concepts and theories of both research and application in political science and public administration. | X | |||||
| 2 | 2. Students will be able to analyze facts about politics, political and constitutional systems, and public administration by taking different dimensions into account. They will also be able to understand the causes of new developments and problems in these fields, find solutions for these problems, and think systematically about them. | X | |||||
| 3 | 3. Students will be able to work in processes such as strategic planning, policy making, project productions, auditing, decision making, evaluation and implementation both in public and private sector, political parties, and non-governmental organizations. | X | |||||
| 4 | 4. Students will be able to deal with complexities stemming from natural or social systems and uncertainties about the facts and values. | X | |||||
| 5 | 5. Students will be able to take active roles in teams formed for producing solutions to the problems related to their own majors, manage activities through planning, and do academic research. | X | |||||
| 6 | 6. Students will be able to collect data in their own field, analyze these data by using technology effectively, and evaluate and critically interpret them. | X | |||||
| 7 | 7. Students will be able to use basic concepts and methods that the administrators would need in various fields such as economics, management, international relations, and communication. | ||||||
| 8 | 8. Students will be able to use Turkish fluently and correctly in scientific and professional studies. They will also be able to read and understand at least one foreign language. | X | |||||
| 9 | 9. Being always open to learning, students will be able to evaluate the facts with a critical approach. | X | |||||
| 10 | 10. Students will be able to take responsibility in developing projects on voluntary basis and actively participate in them. | ||||||
| 11 | 11. Students will act with an ethical consciousness and have a respect for to human rights. They will be open to communication with people and able to work in cooperation. | X | |||||
| 12 | 12. Students will be able to constitute high performance structures in public and private institutions by using modern management methods and instruments. | X | |||||
| 13 | 13. Students will be able to enable other groups and institutions to participate in policy-making processes, make decisions open to collaboration, and manage negotiation processes. | X | |||||
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 | 1 | 5 | |||
| Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 1 | 15 | 15 | |||
| Term Project | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Presentation of Project / Seminar | 1 | 30 | 30 | |||
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 30 | 30 | |||
| General Exam | 1 | 45 | 45 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 167 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(167/30) | 6 | |||||
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| POLITICAL SOCIOLOGY | PPA3212122 | Spring Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 6 |
| Course Program | Pazartesi 13:30-14:15 Pazartesi 14:30-15:15 Pazartesi 15:30-16:15 |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | English |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Required |
| Course Coordinator | Assoc.Prof. Sema AKBOĞA DEMİR |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assoc.Prof. Sema AKBOĞA DEMİR |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | The goal of this course is to introduce the main concepts, approaches, and the topics in political sociology to the students of Political Science and Public Administration. |
| Course Content | This course contains; What is political sociology?,Elitism,Elitism,Pluralism,Marxism and neo-Marxism,Marxism ve Neo-Marxism,Social Movements,Political Culture,Political Participation,Citizenship,Presentation Meetings,Globalization,Student Presentations,Student Presentations. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 1. Develop a general perspective about the topics of political sociology. | 10, 19, 4, 9 | A |
| 2. Employ the theories of political sociology in social and political analysis. | 10, 16, 19, 4, 9 | A, E, F |
| 3. Analyze the relationship between political sociology and political science. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
| 4. Answer the questions about the main issues in political sociology. | 10, 13, 19, 4, 9 | A, F |
| 5. Identify social and political problems and their reasons. | 19, 4, 5, 9 | F |
| 6. Analyze the solutions proposed for the elimination of social and political problems. | 19, 4, 9 | F |
| 7. Interpret the impacts of political processes and institutions on social processes and institutions. | 16, 4, 9 | A, F |
| 8. Analyze how political institutions are influenced by social structure and processes. | 16, 4, 9 | A, F |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 13: Case Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 5: Cooperative Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework, F: Project Task |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | What is political sociology? | |
| 2 | Elitism | Dobratz, Betty, A., Waldner, Lisa K., and Buzzell, Timoty. (2016). Power, Politics, Society: An Introduction to Political Sociology. New York: Routledge. (Chapter 1: Power, pp. 1-35) Dobratz, Betty, A., Waldner, Lisa K., and Buzzell, Timoty. (2016). Power, Politics, Society: An Introduction to Political Sociology. New York: Routledge. (Chapter 1: Power, pp. 1-35; Chapter 2: pp. 36-40, 51-65) Faulks, Keith. (2000). Political Sociology: A Critical Introduction. New York: New York University Press. (Chapter 2: Classical Theories of the State and Civil Society, pp. 32-50) Özbudun, Ergun. (1993). “State Elites and Democratic Political Culture in Turkey.” In Larry Diamond (ed.), Political Culture and Democracy in Developing Countries (pp. 189-210). New York: Lynne Rienner Publications. |
| 3 | Elitism | Dobratz, Betty, A., Waldner, Lisa K., and Buzzell, Timoty. (2016). Power, Politics, Society: An Introduction to Political Sociology. New York: Routledge. (Chapter 1: Power, pp. 1-35) Dobratz, Betty, A., Waldner, Lisa K., and Buzzell, Timoty. (2016). Power, Politics, Society: An Introduction to Political Sociology. New York: Routledge. (Chapter 1: Power, pp. 1-35; Chapter 2: pp. 36-40, 51-65) Faulks, Keith. (2000). Political Sociology: A Critical Introduction. New York: New York University Press. (Chapter 2: Classical Theories of the State and Civil Society, pp. 32-50) Özbudun, Ergun. (1993). “State Elites and Democratic Political Culture in Turkey.” In Larry Diamond (ed.), Political Culture and Democracy in Developing Countries (pp. 189-210). New York: Lynne Rienner Publications. |
| 4 | Pluralism | Dobratz, Betty, A., Waldner, Lisa K., and Buzzell, Timoty. (2016). Power, Politics, Society: An Introduction to Political Sociology. New York: Routledge. (Chapter 1: Power, pp. 1-35) Dobratz, Betty, A., Waldner, Lisa K., and Buzzell, Timoty. (2016). Power, Politics, Society: An Introduction to Political Sociology. New York: Routledge. (Chapter 1: Power, pp. 1-35; Chapter 2: pp. 36-40, 51-65) Faulks, Keith. (2000). Political Sociology: A Critical Introduction. New York: New York University Press. (Chapter 2: Classical Theories of the State and Civil Society, pp. 32-50) Somer, Murat. (2009). Democracy (For Me): Religious and Secular Belief and Social and Political Pluralism in Turkey. Paper presented at the Fourth Sakip Sabanci International Research Award Workshop. https://www.bc.edu/content/dam/files/centers/boisi/pdf/f09/Somer_Democracy_For_Me.pdf |
| 5 | Marxism and neo-Marxism | Dobratz, Betty, A., Waldner, Lisa K., and Buzzell, Timoty. (2016). Power, Politics, Society: An Introduction to Political Sociology. New York: Routledge. (Chapter 1: Power, pp. 1-35) Dobratz, Betty, A., Waldner, Lisa K., and Buzzell, Timoty. (2016). Power, Politics, Society: An Introduction to Political Sociology. New York: Routledge. (Chapter 1: Power, pp. 1-35; Chapter 2: pp. 36-40, 51-65) Faulks, Keith. (2000). Political Sociology: A Critical Introduction. New York: New York University Press. (Chapter 2: Classical Theories of the State and Civil Society, pp. 32-50) |
| 6 | Marxism ve Neo-Marxism | Dobratz, Betty, A., Waldner, Lisa K., and Buzzell, Timoty. (2016). Power, Politics, Society: An Introduction to Political Sociology. New York: Routledge. (Chapter 1: Power, pp. 1-35) Dobratz, Betty, A., Waldner, Lisa K., and Buzzell, Timoty. (2016). Power, Politics, Society: An Introduction to Political Sociology. New York: Routledge. (Chapter 1: Power, pp. 1-35; Chapter 2: pp. 36-40, 51-65) Faulks, Keith. (2000). Political Sociology: A Critical Introduction. New York: New York University Press. (Chapter 2: Classical Theories of the State and Civil Society, pp. 32-50) Dikici Bilgin, Hasret. (2009). “Civil Society and State in Turkey: A Gramscian Perspective. In J. Schwarzmantel and M. McNally (eds.), Gramsci and Global Politics: Hegemony and Resistance (pp.107-118). London: Routledge. |
| 7 | Social Movements | Nash, Kate. (2000). Contemporary Political Sociology: Globalization, Politics, and Power. Massachusetts: Blackwell Publishers. (Chapter 3: pp. 100-145) Şimsek, Sefa. (2004). “New Social Movements in Turkey since 1980.” Turkish Studies, 5(2): 111-139. |
| 8 | Political Culture | Faulks, Keith. (2000). Political Sociology: A Critical Introduction. New York: New York University Press. (Chapter 6: Political Culture, pp. 107-125) Faulks, Keith. (2000). Political Sociology: A Critical Introduction. New York: New York University Press. (Chapter 8: Political Participation, pp. 143-155) Dobratz, Betty, A., Waldner, Lisa K., and Buzzell, Timoty. (2016). Power, Politics, Society: An Introduction to Political Sociology. New York: Routledge. (Chapter 6: Political Participation, pp. 209-219) Akboga, Sema, and Sahin, Osman. (2020). “Satisfaction with Democracy in Turkey: Findings from a National Survey.” Politics, 1-17. |
| 9 | Political Participation | Faulks, Keith. (2000). Political Sociology: A Critical Introduction. New York: New York University Press. (Chapter 6: Political Culture, pp. 107-125) Faulks, Keith. (2000). Political Sociology: A Critical Introduction. New York: New York University Press. (Chapter 8: Political Participation, pp. 143-155) Dobratz, Betty, A., Waldner, Lisa K., and Buzzell, Timoty. (2016). Power, Politics, Society: An Introduction to Political Sociology. New York: Routledge. (Chapter 6: Political Participation, pp. 209-219) Kentmen-Cin, Cigdem. (2015). “Participation in Social Protests: Comparing Turkey with EU Patterns.” Southeast European and Black Sea Studies, 15(3): 223-237. |
| 10 | Citizenship | Faulks, Keith. (2000). Political Sociology: A Critical Introduction. New York: New York University Press. (Chapter 7: Citizenship, pp. 126-142) Rumelili, Bahar, and Çakmaklı, Didem. (2017). “Civic Participation and Citizenship in Turkey: A Comparative Study of Five Cities.” South European Society and Politics, 22(3): 365-384. |
| 11 | Presentation Meetings | Articles that students choose about the subject |
| 12 | Globalization | Faulks, Keith. (2000). Political Sociology: A Critical Introduction. New York: New York University Press. (Chapter 3: Globalization, pp. 53-70). Akboga, Sema. (2016). “The Expansion of Compulsory Education in Turkey: Local and World Culture Dynamics.” Compare: A Journal of Comparative and International Education, 46(5): 789-810. |
| 13 | Student Presentations | Articles that students choose about the subject |
| 14 | Student Presentations | Articles that students choose about the subject |
| Resources |
| The articles will be provided online by the instructor of the course. |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | 1. Students will know basic concepts and theories of both research and application in political science and public administration. | X | |||||
| 2 | 2. Students will be able to analyze facts about politics, political and constitutional systems, and public administration by taking different dimensions into account. They will also be able to understand the causes of new developments and problems in these fields, find solutions for these problems, and think systematically about them. | X | |||||
| 3 | 3. Students will be able to work in processes such as strategic planning, policy making, project productions, auditing, decision making, evaluation and implementation both in public and private sector, political parties, and non-governmental organizations. | X | |||||
| 4 | 4. Students will be able to deal with complexities stemming from natural or social systems and uncertainties about the facts and values. | X | |||||
| 5 | 5. Students will be able to take active roles in teams formed for producing solutions to the problems related to their own majors, manage activities through planning, and do academic research. | X | |||||
| 6 | 6. Students will be able to collect data in their own field, analyze these data by using technology effectively, and evaluate and critically interpret them. | X | |||||
| 7 | 7. Students will be able to use basic concepts and methods that the administrators would need in various fields such as economics, management, international relations, and communication. | ||||||
| 8 | 8. Students will be able to use Turkish fluently and correctly in scientific and professional studies. They will also be able to read and understand at least one foreign language. | X | |||||
| 9 | 9. Being always open to learning, students will be able to evaluate the facts with a critical approach. | X | |||||
| 10 | 10. Students will be able to take responsibility in developing projects on voluntary basis and actively participate in them. | ||||||
| 11 | 11. Students will act with an ethical consciousness and have a respect for to human rights. They will be open to communication with people and able to work in cooperation. | X | |||||
| 12 | 12. Students will be able to constitute high performance structures in public and private institutions by using modern management methods and instruments. | X | |||||
| 13 | 13. Students will be able to enable other groups and institutions to participate in policy-making processes, make decisions open to collaboration, and manage negotiation processes. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |