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  • Course Information
  • Course Title Code Semester Laboratory+Practice (Hour) Pool Type ECTS
    Current Issues in Global Politics ULS504 FALL-SPRING 3+0 Fac./ Uni. E 7
    Learning Outcomes
    1-At the end of this course, students discuss current issues in world politics, prepare a report on one of them and have an in-depth knowledge about it.
    2-It learns to follow disciplinary processes in a way to reach general knowledge instead of speculation, conspiracy theories and political propaganda.
    3-Discusses the events and phenomena that shape the world of contemporary international relations.
  • ECTS / WORKLOAD
  • ActivityPercentage

    (100)

    NumberTime (Hours)Total Workload (hours)
    Course Duration (Weeks x Course Hours)14342
    Classroom study (Pre-study, practice)14684
    Assignments2012525
    Short-Term Exams (exam + preparation) 0000
    Midterm exams (exam + preparation)3012525
    Project0000
    Laboratory 0000
    Final exam (exam + preparation) 5013030
    Other 0000
    Total Workload (hours)   206
    Total Workload (hours) / 30 (s)     6,87 ---- (7)
    ECTS Credit   7
  • Course Content
  • Week Topics Study Metarials
    1 Introduction R1.R2.R3.R4.
    2 Basic Topics and Debates in Global Politics R1.R2.
    3 Current Global Conflicts, Analysis and Resolution R1.R4.
    4 Current Global Economic Problems and Crises R2.R4.
    5 Current Global Security Issues R2.R3.
    6 Current Global Peace Issues R1.R4.
    7 Current Global Energy Issues R3.R4.
    8 Current Global Migration Issues R2.R3.
    9 Current Global Environmental Issues R4.R2.
    10 Current Global Communication Topics R3.R1.
    11 Current Global Intercultural Issues R2.R3.R4.
    12 Current Global Regional Issues-Middle East R4.R1.
    13 Current Global Regional Issues-Caucasus R3.R1.
    14 Current Global Regional Issues-Balkans R1.R2.R3.R4.
    Prerequisites -
    Language of Instruction Turkish
    Responsible Prof.Sezai ÖZÇELİK
    Instructors -
    Assistants -
    Resources John T. Rourke, Taking Sides: Clashing Views in World Politics, Iowa: McGraw Hill, 2009. Mark Beeson and Nick Bisley eds., Issues in 21st Century World Politics, New York: Palgrave MacMillan, 2010. (on reserve) Brian White, Richard Little and Michael Smith eds., Issues in World Politics, New York: MacMillan, 2001. (on reserve) John Baylis, Steve Smith and Patricia Owens, The Globalization of World Politics: An Introduction to International Relations, Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2011.
    Supplementary Book -
    Goals This course aims to introduce students to the world political agenda. It is designed to enable students to understand international and regional issues. These topics include the following topics.
    Content Introduction: How We Are Inside A World. Where are we in this world? Is it possible to understand international relations? From Westfalen to Wikileaks: Transformation of World History What the States Do: Realist Approach and Criticisms Globalization: Billiard Ball to Spider Web, Spider Web Turbulence Identity: Social Structures Is a New World Possible? Development: Political and Economic Development Problems War-Rebellion-Reconciliation: A New World, New Wars
  • Program Learning Outcomes
  • Program Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
    1 Describes the theoretical and applied knowledge of the field of international relations in depth. 4
    2 Interprets basic international problems and current international developments with an interdisciplinary approach. 3
    3 Follows the scientific literature and current sources in the field of international relations. 3
    4 It develops strategy and policy recommendations based on theoretical approaches and research on international problems. -
    5 Describes the theoretical and applied knowledge of the field of international relations in depth 4
    6 Uses the computer technologies necessary to conduct research, obtain and share information. 3
    7 Uses acceptable diplomatic and academic English. -
    8 He/she can work individually and as a team member to solve problems arising in international relations. 4
    9 It supports the universality of social and cultural rights, gains awareness of social justice, and protects the historical and cultural heritage. 3
    10 He/she effectively conveys his/her views, research, and analysis on international relations to the public and higher authorities in written, oral and visual forms. 4
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