Course Detail
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEGOTIATING and DRAFTING CONTRACTS | HUK4269250 | Spring Semester | 2+0 | 2 | 4 |
| Course Program | Cuma 10:00-10:45 Cuma 11:00-11:45 |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | English |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Assist.Prof. Ayşegül SEZGİN HUYSAL |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assist.Prof. Ayşegül SEZGİN HUYSAL |
| Assistant(s) | Res. Asst. Abdullah Revaha Gencer, Res. Asst. Beyza Yiğitbaşı Aktaş |
| Aim | The main objective of the course is to understand the different kinds of contract that can be made and how they are written. WE will discuss contracts as an instrument of commerce, administration and law and we will analyze how contracts are formed via their structure and content. At the end of the course each student should be able to construct and write relevant clauses for a give contract. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Discussing course topics within the scope of the Introductory Course,Paraphasing and referance use,Vocabulary and formulation used in contracts,Main structures of legal english,The rudiments of translating in Legal English and translational tools,Structure of an agreement,Apprehending the standardized versions of Clauses,Finding and adapting clauses with specific intentions,Understanding how a contract may be interpreted,Re-cap (General overview),Frequently used contract and Relationship Types,Understanding of negotiation styles,Contract termination and settlement of disputes,Contract dispute resolution: case study. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 1. Defines the main structure of the contract. | 10, 16, 9 | A, E |
| 1.1. Interprets the basic elements of the agreement. | 10, 16, 3, 9 | A, E |
| 1.2. Can name basic contracts. | 16, 9 | A, E |
| 1.3. Recognizes the minimum conditions for the establishment of contracts and analyzes the invalidity of a contract. | 10, 13, 9 | A, E |
| 2. Can form the basic elements of the agreement. | 13, 19, 9 | A, E |
| 2.1. Interprets the outcome of agreements that do not contain the basic elements. | 10, 9 | A, E |
| 2.2. Recognizes and uses general principles and concepts. | 10, 16, 9 | A, E |
| 2.3. Identifies and categorizes the relevant basic regulations. | 16, 9 | A, E |
| 3. Interprets the problems in legal English in order to be able to draft contracts. | 10, 9 | A, E |
| 3.1. Can match basic legal concepts in academic English. | 16, 9 | A, E |
| 4. List the items that should be in the draft contract. | 13, 16, 4, 9 | A, E |
| 4.1. Can list the formal conditions of the contract. | 16, 4, 9 | A, E |
| 4.2. Knows the basic concepts of contract negotiations. | 16, 9 | A, E |
| 5. Recognises special Topics in Contract Law | 10, 12, 9 | A, E |
| 5.1. Solves the problems encountered in the implementation of the contract. | 10, 12, 16, 9 | A, E |
| 5.2. Recognizes the general features of dispute resolution methods and lists their validity conditions. | 10, 13, 16, 19, 9 | A, E |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 13: Case Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 3: Problem Baded Learning Model, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Discussing course topics within the scope of the Introductory Course | No preliminary preparation is required. |
| 2 | Paraphasing and referance use | Examining an academic text in terms of research methods |
| 3 | Vocabulary and formulation used in contracts | Reading on contracts |
| 4 | Main structures of legal english | Rereading the basic concepts |
| 5 | The rudiments of translating in Legal English and translational tools | No preliminary preparation is required. |
| 6 | Structure of an agreement | Rereading the basic concepts |
| 7 | Apprehending the standardized versions of Clauses | Reading on general repetition |
| 8 | Finding and adapting clauses with specific intentions | Obtaining a sample contract for review |
| 9 | Understanding how a contract may be interpreted | Rereading the basic concepts |
| 10 | Re-cap (General overview) | No preliminary preparation is required. |
| 11 | Frequently used contract and Relationship Types | Reading for law no. 6098 |
| 12 | Understanding of negotiation styles | No preliminary preparation is required. |
| 13 | Contract termination and settlement of disputes | Pre-reading for negotiation methods |
| 14 | Contract dispute resolution: case study | Research on termination clauses of contracts |
| Resources |
| Lecture notes will be shared. |
| Stewart, A., Swain, W., & Fairweather, K. (2019). Contract Law: Principles and Context. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. doi:10.1017/9781107445703 |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | 1. Know legal concepts and institutions; list the relations between these concepts and institutions. | X | |||||
| 2 | 2. In addition to theoretical knowledge comprehend using, comparing, interpreting and the substance and procedures of implementation of legal rules. | X | |||||
| 3 | 3. Know historical development process of law and legal systems as a branch of science. | ||||||
| 4 | 4. Have information on contemporary legal regulations, court judgments and jurisprudential views. | X | |||||
| 5 | 5. Evaluate, interpret; and make researches on legal regulations, court judgments and jurisprudential views by a methodological approach. | X | |||||
| 6 | 6. Settle legal disputes departing from legal rules, court judgments and jurisprudential views. | ||||||
| 7 | 7. Have the ability to find solutions to legal disputes; take initiative; behave independently and creatively. | X | |||||
| 8 | 8. Resort to assistance of different fields of expertise in dealing with the unpredictable problems encountered in legal practice and take responsibility in team works. | X | |||||
| 9 | 9. Undertake planning and management of activities for professional progress of employees working under their authority and responsibility. | ||||||
| 10 | 10. Follow and evaluate the developments in theory and practice of law. | X | |||||
| 11 | 11. Deal with the social and legal problems with a critical perspective and produce solutions for these problems. | X | |||||
| 12 | 12. Have the awareness of the need for life-long learning (continuous education). | X | |||||
| 13 | 13. Inform individuals and institutions on legal subjects; present oral and written proposals with reasoning. | X | |||||
| 14 | 14. Use information and communication technologies in the field of legal profession effectively. | ||||||
| 15 | 15. Know a foreign language at the level of following international developments and communicating with other lawyers worldwide. | X | |||||
| 16 | 16. Plan professional projects and activities and implement them with sense of social responsibility. | ||||||
| 17 | 17. Have the basic knowledge of the structure of international society and forms of relations; and evaluates international problems. | X | |||||
| 18 | 18. As a lawyer who recognizes universal principles of law, protects and defends rule of law quality of Turkish Republic. | X | |||||
| 19 | 19. Have a sense of professional and ethical responsibility. | X | |||||
| 20 | 20. Have the capacity of evaluation and competency of finding solutions for legal disputes from the point of positive and ideal law. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Relative 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 | 2 | 10 | 20 | |||
| 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 | 2 | 15 | 30 | |||
| General Exam | 2 | 15 | 30 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 122 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(122/30) | 4 | |||||
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEGOTIATING and DRAFTING CONTRACTS | HUK4269250 | Spring Semester | 2+0 | 2 | 4 |
| Course Program | Cuma 10:00-10:45 Cuma 11:00-11:45 |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | English |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Assist.Prof. Ayşegül SEZGİN HUYSAL |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assist.Prof. Ayşegül SEZGİN HUYSAL |
| Assistant(s) | Res. Asst. Abdullah Revaha Gencer, Res. Asst. Beyza Yiğitbaşı Aktaş |
| Aim | The main objective of the course is to understand the different kinds of contract that can be made and how they are written. WE will discuss contracts as an instrument of commerce, administration and law and we will analyze how contracts are formed via their structure and content. At the end of the course each student should be able to construct and write relevant clauses for a give contract. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Discussing course topics within the scope of the Introductory Course,Paraphasing and referance use,Vocabulary and formulation used in contracts,Main structures of legal english,The rudiments of translating in Legal English and translational tools,Structure of an agreement,Apprehending the standardized versions of Clauses,Finding and adapting clauses with specific intentions,Understanding how a contract may be interpreted,Re-cap (General overview),Frequently used contract and Relationship Types,Understanding of negotiation styles,Contract termination and settlement of disputes,Contract dispute resolution: case study. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 1. Defines the main structure of the contract. | 10, 16, 9 | A, E |
| 1.1. Interprets the basic elements of the agreement. | 10, 16, 3, 9 | A, E |
| 1.2. Can name basic contracts. | 16, 9 | A, E |
| 1.3. Recognizes the minimum conditions for the establishment of contracts and analyzes the invalidity of a contract. | 10, 13, 9 | A, E |
| 2. Can form the basic elements of the agreement. | 13, 19, 9 | A, E |
| 2.1. Interprets the outcome of agreements that do not contain the basic elements. | 10, 9 | A, E |
| 2.2. Recognizes and uses general principles and concepts. | 10, 16, 9 | A, E |
| 2.3. Identifies and categorizes the relevant basic regulations. | 16, 9 | A, E |
| 3. Interprets the problems in legal English in order to be able to draft contracts. | 10, 9 | A, E |
| 3.1. Can match basic legal concepts in academic English. | 16, 9 | A, E |
| 4. List the items that should be in the draft contract. | 13, 16, 4, 9 | A, E |
| 4.1. Can list the formal conditions of the contract. | 16, 4, 9 | A, E |
| 4.2. Knows the basic concepts of contract negotiations. | 16, 9 | A, E |
| 5. Recognises special Topics in Contract Law | 10, 12, 9 | A, E |
| 5.1. Solves the problems encountered in the implementation of the contract. | 10, 12, 16, 9 | A, E |
| 5.2. Recognizes the general features of dispute resolution methods and lists their validity conditions. | 10, 13, 16, 19, 9 | A, E |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 13: Case Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 3: Problem Baded Learning Model, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Discussing course topics within the scope of the Introductory Course | No preliminary preparation is required. |
| 2 | Paraphasing and referance use | Examining an academic text in terms of research methods |
| 3 | Vocabulary and formulation used in contracts | Reading on contracts |
| 4 | Main structures of legal english | Rereading the basic concepts |
| 5 | The rudiments of translating in Legal English and translational tools | No preliminary preparation is required. |
| 6 | Structure of an agreement | Rereading the basic concepts |
| 7 | Apprehending the standardized versions of Clauses | Reading on general repetition |
| 8 | Finding and adapting clauses with specific intentions | Obtaining a sample contract for review |
| 9 | Understanding how a contract may be interpreted | Rereading the basic concepts |
| 10 | Re-cap (General overview) | No preliminary preparation is required. |
| 11 | Frequently used contract and Relationship Types | Reading for law no. 6098 |
| 12 | Understanding of negotiation styles | No preliminary preparation is required. |
| 13 | Contract termination and settlement of disputes | Pre-reading for negotiation methods |
| 14 | Contract dispute resolution: case study | Research on termination clauses of contracts |
| Resources |
| Lecture notes will be shared. |
| Stewart, A., Swain, W., & Fairweather, K. (2019). Contract Law: Principles and Context. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. doi:10.1017/9781107445703 |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | 1. Know legal concepts and institutions; list the relations between these concepts and institutions. | X | |||||
| 2 | 2. In addition to theoretical knowledge comprehend using, comparing, interpreting and the substance and procedures of implementation of legal rules. | X | |||||
| 3 | 3. Know historical development process of law and legal systems as a branch of science. | ||||||
| 4 | 4. Have information on contemporary legal regulations, court judgments and jurisprudential views. | X | |||||
| 5 | 5. Evaluate, interpret; and make researches on legal regulations, court judgments and jurisprudential views by a methodological approach. | X | |||||
| 6 | 6. Settle legal disputes departing from legal rules, court judgments and jurisprudential views. | ||||||
| 7 | 7. Have the ability to find solutions to legal disputes; take initiative; behave independently and creatively. | X | |||||
| 8 | 8. Resort to assistance of different fields of expertise in dealing with the unpredictable problems encountered in legal practice and take responsibility in team works. | X | |||||
| 9 | 9. Undertake planning and management of activities for professional progress of employees working under their authority and responsibility. | ||||||
| 10 | 10. Follow and evaluate the developments in theory and practice of law. | X | |||||
| 11 | 11. Deal with the social and legal problems with a critical perspective and produce solutions for these problems. | X | |||||
| 12 | 12. Have the awareness of the need for life-long learning (continuous education). | X | |||||
| 13 | 13. Inform individuals and institutions on legal subjects; present oral and written proposals with reasoning. | X | |||||
| 14 | 14. Use information and communication technologies in the field of legal profession effectively. | ||||||
| 15 | 15. Know a foreign language at the level of following international developments and communicating with other lawyers worldwide. | X | |||||
| 16 | 16. Plan professional projects and activities and implement them with sense of social responsibility. | ||||||
| 17 | 17. Have the basic knowledge of the structure of international society and forms of relations; and evaluates international problems. | X | |||||
| 18 | 18. As a lawyer who recognizes universal principles of law, protects and defends rule of law quality of Turkish Republic. | X | |||||
| 19 | 19. Have a sense of professional and ethical responsibility. | X | |||||
| 20 | 20. Have the capacity of evaluation and competency of finding solutions for legal disputes from the point of positive and ideal law. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Relative Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |