| BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (ENGLISH) | |||||
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| Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 | ||
General Information about the Course
| Course Code: | IKU-I-211 | ||||||||
| Course Title: | Utopian Dystopian Literature | ||||||||
| Course Semester: | 3. Semester / Fall | ||||||||
| Course Credits: |
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| Language of instruction: | EN | ||||||||
| Prerequisite of the course: | No | ||||||||
| Type of course: | Non-Departmental Elective | ||||||||
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| Course Lecturer(s): | Deniz Karaca |
Purpose and content of the course
| Course Objectives: | This course will explore the evolution of utopian and dystopian literature from ancient to modern times. We will analyze texts from Plato to contemporary media, including TV shows and films, considering how each reflects the ideals and fears of its era. Key questions include: What do utopias reveal about human desires? How do dystopias reflect social anxieties? What can these works tell us about our current world and future? |
| Course Objective: | By the end of the course, students will be able to: 1. Analyze major utopian and dystopian texts. 2. Compare themes of idealism, control, freedom, and individuality in different works. 3. Evaluate the impact of utopian and dystopian literature on society. 4. Interpret modern dystopias in contemporary media. 5. Develop critical arguments about the ethical, political, and social implications of the texts. |
| Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
Learning Outcomes
| Knowledge (Described as Theoritical and/or Factual Knowledge.) | ||
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1) Examine historical contexts: Understand how historical and cultural contexts influenced the development of utopian and dystopian narratives from ancient to modern times. |
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2) Critically engage with media adaptations: Assess how contemporary media, such as films and TV shows, reinterpret classic utopian and dystopian themes to address present-day social issues. |
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3) Synthesize perspectives: Develop the ability to synthesize perspectives from various texts to construct informed viewpoints on the role of literature in reflecting and challenging societal values. |
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| Skills (Describe as Cognitive and/or Practical Skills.) | ||
| Competences (Described as "Ability of the learner to apply knowledge and skills autonomously with responsibility", "Learning to learn"," Communication and social" and "Field specific" competences.) | ||
Course Topics
| Week | Subject | ||
| 1) | • Overview of utopian and dystopian concepts • Introduction to key texts and themes | ||
| 2) | • The Republic by Plato (Allegory of the Cave; excerpts from Books II and IV) Topics: • Plato’s ideal society and the philosopher-king • The Allegory of the Cave and human perception | ||
| 3) | Readings: • Utopia by Thomas More (Complete Book I) Topics: • Satirical exploration of an ideal society • Political and social critiques in More’s work | ||
| 4) | Readings: • Selected excerpts from Gulliver's Travels by Jonathan Swift Topics: • Critiques of human nature through fantastical worlds | ||
| 5) | Readings: • 1984 by George Orwell (Chapters 1-10) Topics: • Introduction to themes of surveillance and control | ||
| 6) | Readings: • 1984 by George Orwell (Chapters 11-end) Topics: • Orwell’s dystopian vision of totalitarianism | ||
| 7) | Readings: • Brave New World by Aldous Huxley (entire novel) Topics: • Technology, control, and the loss of individuality | ||
| 8) | Midterm Exam | ||
| 9) | Readings: • Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury (entire novel) Topics: • Censorship and the preservation of knowledge | ||
| 10) | Readings: • The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas (short story) Topics: • Ethical dilemmas in utopian societies | ||
| 11) | Readings: • The Handmaid's Tale (selected excerpts) Topics: • Power and control in dystopian societies | ||
| 12) | Viewings: • Selected episodes of Black Mirror (e.g., “Nosedive” and “White Christmas”) Topics: • Modern concerns with technology and society | ||
| 13) | • We by Yevgeny Zamyatin (entire novel) Topics: • Exploration of individuality vs. collectivism • Influence on Orwell and Huxley | ||
| 14) | • We by Yevgeny Zamyatin (entire novel) Topics: • Exploration of individuality vs. collectivism • Influence on Orwell and Huxley | ||
| 15) | Topics: • Final reflections on utopian and dystopian narratives | ||
| 16) | Final Exam | ||
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Ders - Program Öğrenme Kazanım İlişkisi
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Average | 3 Highest |
| Ders Öğrenme Kazanımları | 1 |
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| Program Outcomes | |||||||||||||||||||
| 1) Gains knowledge of basic finance principles and rules, analytical finance tools and the importance of finance function within the functional structure of the business. | |||||||||||||||||||
| 2) Understands the basic principles of management for motivating employees and coordinating production by leading the employees in line with the strategic goals of the business. | |||||||||||||||||||
| 3) Understands the nature of formal and informal relationships between people in business life. | |||||||||||||||||||
| 4) Gains practical knowledge of financial and managerial accounting tools and techniques. | |||||||||||||||||||
| 5) Gains practical knowledge of the Turkish legal system framed by business and commercial laws. | |||||||||||||||||||
| 6) Evaluates a business in terms of all its functional units. | |||||||||||||||||||
| 7) Analyzes the cases that may be encountered. | |||||||||||||||||||
| 8) Provides solutions to the problems encountered in the business. | |||||||||||||||||||
| 9) He/she processes numerical data and makes it meaningful by using mathematical and analytical thinking in decisions to be taken in a business or any part of it. | |||||||||||||||||||
| 10) Analyzes the effects of social, economic and legal structures and changes in national and international dimensions on business and economy. | |||||||||||||||||||
| 11) Develops marketing strategies for successful marketing, pricing, distribution and customer satisfaction of products and/or services within the current business environment. | |||||||||||||||||||
| 12) He/She develops the leadership and decision-making skills necessary to be effective in professional business life. | |||||||||||||||||||
| 13) Organizes information processing tools in accordance with their purpose. | |||||||||||||||||||
| 14) Have lifelong learning desire and development ability. | |||||||||||||||||||
| 15) Works individually and as a team in both within disciplinary and interdisciplinary dimensions. | |||||||||||||||||||
| 16) Follows the current and developing trends in business administration with professional English proficiency. | |||||||||||||||||||
| 17) Knows and follows the current news and cases in the field of business administration. | |||||||||||||||||||
| 18) Knows the legal developments and innovations in the field of business administration and trade. | |||||||||||||||||||
| 19) Be aware of innovations related to professional recruitment and self-development. | |||||||||||||||||||
Course Teaching, Learning Methods
| Q & A | |
| Case Problem Solving/ Drama- Role/ Case Management | |
| Laboratory | |
| Quantitative Problem Solving | |
| Fieldwork | |
| Group Study / Assignment | |
| Individual Assignment | |
| WEB-based Learning | |
| Internship | |
| Practice in Field | |
| Project Preparation | |
| Report Writing | |
| Seminar | |
| Supervision | |
| Social Activity | |
| Occupational Activity | |
| Occupational Trip | |
| Application (Modelling, Design, Model, Simulation, Experiment et.) | |
| Reading | |
| Thesis Preparation | |
| Field Study | |
| Student Club and Council Activities | |
| Other | |
| Logbook | |
| Interview and Oral Conversation | |
| Research | |
| Watching a movie | |
| Bibliography preparation | |
| Oral, inscribed and visual knowledge production | |
| Taking photographs | |
| Sketching | |
| Mapping and marking | |
| Reading maps | |
| Copying textures | |
| Creating a library of materials | |
| Presentation |
Evaluation System
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Attendance | % 0 | |
| Laboratory | % 0 | |
| Application | % 0 | |
| Practice Exam | % 0 | |
| Quizzes | % 0 | |
| Homework Assignments | % 0 | |
| Presentation | % 0 | |
| Project | % 0 | |
| Special Course Internship (Work Placement) | % 0 | |
| Field Study | % 0 | |
| Article Critical | % 0 | |
| Article Writing | % 0 | |
| Module Group Study | % 0 | |
| Brainstorming | % 0 | |
| Role Playing + Dramatizing | % 0 | |
| Out of Class Study | % 0 | |
| Preliminary Work, Reinforcement | % 0 | |
| Application Repetition etc. | % 0 | |
| Homework (reading, writing, watching movies, etc.) | % 0 | |
| Project Preparation + Presentation | % 0 | |
| Report Preparation + Presentation | % 0 | |
| Presentation / Seminar Preparation + Presenting | % 0 | |
| Oral examination | % 0 | |
| Midterms | 1 | % 40 |
| Final | 1 | % 60 |
| Practical Final | % 0 | |
| Report Submission | % 0 | |
| Bütünleme | % 0 | |
| Bütünleme Pratik | % 0 | |
| Kanaat Notu | % 0 | |
| Committee | % 0 | |
| Yazma Ödev Dosyası | % 0 | |
| Portfolio | % 0 | |
| Take-Home Exam | % 0 | |
| Logbook | % 0 | |
| Participation | % 0 | |
| Discussion | % 0 | |
| total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 40 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 60 | |
| total | % 100 | |
Calculation of Workload and ECTS Credits
| Activities | Number of Activities | Workload |
| Course Hours | 14 | 28 |
| Laboratory | ||
| Application | ||
| Practice Exam | ||
| Special Course Internship (Work Placement) | ||
| Field Work | ||
| Study Hours Out of Class | ||
| Article Critical | ||
| Article Writing | ||
| Module Group Study | ||
| Brainstorming | ||
| Role Playing + Dramatizing | ||
| Out-of-Class Study (Pre-study, Reinforcement, Practice Review, etc.) | ||
| Homework (reading, writing, watching movies, etc.) | 14 | 28 |
| Project Preparation + Presentation | ||
| Report Preparation + Presentation | ||
| Presentation / Seminar Preparation + Presenting | ||
| Oral examination | ||
| Preparing for Midterm Exams | 1 | 2 |
| MIDTERM EXAM (Visa) | 1 | 1 |
| Preparing for the General Exam | 1 | 2 |
| GENERAL EXAM (Final) | 1 | 1 |
| Participation | ||
| Discussion | ||
| Portfolio | ||
| Take-Home Exam | ||
| Logbook | ||
| Total Workload | 62 | |
| ECTS (30 saat = 1 AKTS ) | 2 | |