Information
Unit | FACULTY OF ECONOMICS AND ADMINISTRATIVE SCIENCES |
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS PR. | |
Code | IIBF204 |
Name | Vocational English II |
Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
Semester | 4. Semester |
Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
ECTS | 4 ECTS |
National Credit | 3 National Credit |
Teaching Language | Türkçe |
Level | Lisans Dersi |
Type | Normal |
Label | C Compulsory |
Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
Catalog Information Coordinator | Öğr. Gör.Dr. DİLEK YAVUZ ERKAN |
Course Instructor |
Öğr. Gör. Aykut DEMİRYÜREK
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
This course aims to advance the field-specific English skills of Political Science and International Relations students, enabling them to use the language effectively in academic and professional communication. Students are expected to apply these skills accurately and effectively in academic and professional contexts.
Course Content
This course includes content designed to develop field-specific terminology, academic writing, and professional communication skills for Political Science and International Relations students.
Course Precondition
This course requires a minimum English proficiency level of A2.
Resources
English For International Relations (UMMPRESS)
Notes
BBC News, New York Times, YouTube, AI Tools, Cambridge Dictionary,
Course Learning Outcomes
Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
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LO01 | Define fundamental English terminology specific to Political Science and International Relations. |
LO02 | Explain English concepts and expressions used in academic and professional contexts. |
LO03 | Analyze key arguments in academic texts related to international relations. |
LO04 | Interpret academic and professional content in English related to the field. |
LO05 | Apply academic writing rules and professional communication strategies in written and oral tasks. |
LO06 | Develop the skills to comprehend, analyze, and produce academic and professional texts related to the field. |
LO07 | Produce written and oral content in English in an academic or professional context. |
LO08 | Communicate at an intermediate level in academic and professional contexts within the fields of International Relations and Political Science. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
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PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explain the basic concepts and theories within the disciplines of Political Science and International Relations. | 4 |
PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Understands the methodologies used in the disciplines of Political Science and International Relations. | |
PLO03 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Gains the ability to follow, interpret and apply problem-solving techniques focused on problem solving in different social fields of international and national dimension. | |
PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Questions traditional approaches, practices and methods, develop and apply new working methods when necessary. | |
PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Recognize/apply social, scientific and professional ethical values. | 4 |
PLO06 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Takes responsibility, leads and works effectively individually and/or in a team. | |
PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Being aware of the necessity of lifelong learning, follows the current developments in the field and improves himself/herself. | |
PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | To be able to use Turkish and at least one foreign language in accordance with the requirements of academic life and business life. | 5 |
PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Analyzes data related to social sciences. | |
PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Define and analyze political, economic and social problems of international, regional and national context. | |
PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Gains critical thinking skills in the field of social sciences. | 4 |
Week Plan
Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
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1 | Key Concepts in International Relations/Reading: International Relations in Brief / Introducing Oneself and Others | Research key concepts in international relations. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Problem Çözme, Bireysel Çalışma, Grup Çalışması |
2 | International Treaties and Legal Framework/ Reading: Some Major International Treaties / Describing a Famous Figure | Review major international treaties. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Beyin Fırtınası, Bireysel Çalışma, Grup Çalışması, Rol Oynama |
3 | Diplomacy and Public Diplomacy/ Reading: What is Public Diplomacy?/ Writing and Telling Daily Activities | Research the role of public diplomacy. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Rol Oynama, Grup Çalışması, Bireysel Çalışma |
4 | Foreign Policy Analysis/ Türkiye's Foreign Policy/ Describing and Telling Activities in Progress | Analyze a country’s foreign policy. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Beyin Fırtınası, Grup Çalışması, Bireysel Çalışma |
5 | International Actors and Their Policies/Türkiye as a Foreign Policy Actor/ Writing an Email, Asking and Giving Directions | Research key actors in international relations. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Beyin Fırtınası, Grup Çalışması, Bireysel Çalışma |
6 | Globalization and Its Effects/ The Positive and Negative Effects of Globalization/ Writing an Invitation Letter | Analyze the positive and negative effects of globalization. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Grup Çalışması, Beyin Fırtınası, Problem Çözme, Bireysel Çalışma |
7 | International Security and Conflict Resolution/Reading/ Writing an Announcement, Presenting a Campaign | Research international security policies. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Tartışma, Grup Çalışması, Beyin Fırtınası, Bireysel Çalışma |
8 | Mid-Term Exam | Review of the content discussed. | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
9 | Economic Diplomacy and Trade/ Reading: China’s Economic Diplomacy: A Win-Win Strategy / Writing an Advertisement, Promoting a Product | Research the role of economic diplomacy in international relations. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Beyin Fırtınası, Grup Çalışması |
10 | Energy Policies and Global Impact/ Reading: The Effect of the ‘70 Energy Crisis Towards United States / Writing a Brochure, Brochure Presentation | Analyze the global impact of energy policies. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Tartışma, Grup Çalışması, Beyin Fırtınası, Gösteri |
11 | Political Systems and Governance Models/ Reading: The Difference Between a Republic and a Democracy/ Composing and Presenting a Company Profile | Review different political systems. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Grup Çalışması, Bireysel Çalışma |
12 | Regional Cooperation and Organizations/ Reading: What is the European Union?/ Describing and Explaining a Chart | Review regional cooperation models. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Tartışma, Grup Çalışması, Beyin Fırtınası, Bireysel Çalışma |
13 | International Law and Justice/ Reading: Türkiye and General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade/ Writing and Presenting a Report | Research international legal mechanisms. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Grup Çalışması, Beyin Fırtınası, Bireysel Çalışma, Problem Çözme |
14 | Peace and Diplomatic Solutions/ Reading: Nobel Peace Prize and the Award Ceremony/ Writing and Giving Tips | Review diplomatic solution processes. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Grup Çalışması, Rol Oynama, Beyin Fırtınası, Bireysel Çalışma |
15 | International Peacekeeping Operations/ Reading: Türkiye's Mission in UN Peacekeeping | Research UN peacekeeping operations. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Tartışma, Grup Çalışması, Bireysel Çalışma, Problem Çözme |
16 | Term Exams | Review of the subjects discussed. | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
17 | Feedback on Term Exams through MicrosoftTeams | Preliminary questions aimed at eliciting feedback on the exam should be prepared. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
Current term shares have not yet been determined. Shares of the previous term are shown.
Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
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1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
General Assessment | ||
Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
Grand Total | - | 100 |
Student Workload - ECTS
Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
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Course Related Works | |||
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Assesment Related Works | |||
Homeworks, Projects, Others | 2 | 2 | 4 |
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Final Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Total Workload (Hour) | 90 | ||
Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,60 | ||
ECTS | 4 ECTS |