| POLITICAL SCIENCE AND PUBLIC 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: | ISF705 | ||||||||||
| Course Title: | Academic Englısh-I | ||||||||||
| Course Semester: | 3. Semester / Fall | ||||||||||
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| Language of instruction: | EN | ||||||||||
| Prerequisite of the course: | No | ||||||||||
| Type of course: | Departmental Elective | ||||||||||
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| Course Lecturer(s): | Lecturer Mehmet Emre ATSÜ |
Purpose and content of the course
| Course Objectives: | This course aims to equip students with the academic English skills needed in Political Science and International Relations. It introduces students to academic culture, scholarship, and research traditions and gradually develops their reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills in academic contexts. |
| Course Objective: | The course aims to familiarise students with academia and scholarship and the place of Political Science and International Relations within the social sciences; develop their academic reading and writing skills, including summarising, paraphrasing, and essay writing; build relevant academic vocabulary; strengthen their oral communication skills through debates and presentations; and teach the conventions of referencing, citation, and academic integrity. |
| Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
Learning Outcomes
| Knowledge (Described as Theoritical and/or Factual Knowledge.) | ||
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1) Understands what academia, scholarship, and science are. |
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2) Recognises the distinctiveness of social science, Political Science, and IR as fields of study. |
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3) Understands the structures of academic texts and essays. |
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4) Identifies conventions of referencing and academic integrity. |
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| Skills (Describe as Cognitive and/or Practical Skills.) | ||
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1) Summarises and paraphrases academic texts. |
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2) Writes structured paragraphs and short essays. |
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3) Expands vocabulary in Political Science and IR. |
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4) Engages in oral debates and delivers academic presentations. |
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| 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.) | ||
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1) Demonstrates critical reading and thinking in English. |
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2) Conducts independent research using academic sources. |
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3) Communicates confidently in academic English across contexts. |
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Course Topics
| Week | Subject | ||
| 1) | Course Presentation | ||
| 2) | Academia, Scholarship, and Science | ||
| 3) | Academic Vocabulary Building | ||
| 4) | Academic Reading I | ||
| 5) | Academic Writing I | ||
| 6) | Academic Writing II | ||
| 7) | Critical Reading | ||
| 8) | Midterm Exam (Take-Home Classic Exam) | ||
| 9) | Academic Essay Writing | ||
| 10) | Listening and Note-Taking | ||
| 11) | Academic Speaking I | ||
| 12) | Academic Speaking II | ||
| 13) | Referencing and Academic Integrity | ||
| 14) | Case Studies in Political Science and IR + Course Wrap-Up | ||
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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) Possess theoretical knowledge in the fields of political science, public administration, political history, economics, and law. Is able to compare these disciplines and express analyses effectively in written form. Monitors national and international developments in the field of Political Science and Public Administration and demonstrates knowledge of its fundamental issues and challenges. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 2) Utilize the knowledge and skills acquired in the field of Political Science and Public Administration to analyze, compare, identify, and interpret data, facts, and problems, and to develop alternative solutions. Is capable of applying both qualitative and quantitative social science research methods. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 3) Develop a strong sense of responsibility toward society, the social environment, and oneself. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 4) Conduct independent studies on issues related to the field of Political Science and Public Administration. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 5) Employ effectively research methodologies, analytical thinking skills, and disciplinary knowledge in the field. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 6) Demonstrate the ability to critically and objectively evaluate concepts, theories, and global issues. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 7) Develop strategies and public policy recommendations through case-based analyses. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 8) Possess the ability to conduct interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary analyses, establish connections among different branches of the social sciences, and communicate effectively in at least one foreign language at a level sufficient for professional purposes. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 9) Communicate analytical findings and research outcomes effectively through various formats, including academic articles, reports, and presentations. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 10) Adapt successfully to professional, academic, and civil society environments. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 11) Demonstrate awareness of the universality of social rights, social justice, quality culture, the preservation of cultural values, environmental sustainability, and occupational health and safety. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
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 | 1 | % 20 |
| 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 | % 30 |
| 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 | 1 | % 10 |
| Discussion | % 0 | |
| total | % 120 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 60 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 60 | |
| total | % 120 | |
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.) | 2 | 4 |
| Project Preparation + Presentation | 2 | 4 |
| Report Preparation + Presentation | 2 | 4 |
| Presentation / Seminar Preparation + Presenting | 2 | 4 |
| Oral examination | 2 | 4 |
| Preparing for Midterm Exams | 2 | 4 |
| MIDTERM EXAM (Visa) | 1 | 2 |
| Preparing for the General Exam | 2 | 4 |
| GENERAL EXAM (Final) | 1 | 2 |
| Participation | 14 | 28 |
| Discussion | 1 | 2 |
| Portfolio | ||
| Take-Home Exam | 2 | 4 |
| Logbook | ||
| Total Workload | 94 | |
| ECTS (30 saat = 1 AKTS ) | 3 | |