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| Code | POLZ304 |
| Name | Comparative Democratization |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Semester | 6. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | İngilizce |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Doç. Dr. YÜKSEL ALPER ECEVİT |
| Course Instructor |
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Course Goal / Objective
To examine the democratization movements in the 20th century, to evaluate current problems regarding democracy in detail.
Course Content
This module includes reading and presantations on the evaluation of the theories democracy to comparatively address the democratization processes in different countries.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Møller, Jørgen, and Svend-Erik Skaaning. Democracy and democratization in comparative perspective: conceptions, conjunctures, causes, and consequences. Routledge, 2012. Vanhanen, Tatu. Democratization: A comparative analysis of 170 countries. Routledge, 2004.
Notes
Møller, Jørgen, and Svend-Erik Skaaning. Democracy and democratization in comparative perspective: conceptions, conjunctures, causes, and consequences. Routledge, 2012. Vanhanen, Tatu. Democratization: A comparative analysis of 170 countries. Routledge, 2004.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Reading and learning basic information and thinking with theoretical approaches |
| LO02 | Gaining ability to identify problems and solve problems. |
| LO03 | Learninig democratization processes. |
| LO04 | Gaining analytical thinking, economic and political inquiry skills. |
| LO05 | Gaining writing and research skills. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Has the conceptual and theoretical competence to explain the phenomena in the disciplines of Political Science and International Relations. | 4 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Identifies the international and national issues by methodologies used in the disciplines of Political Science and International Relations; chooses the appropriate analysis techniques across the issues and applies the appropriate empirical studies. | 2 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Becomes skilful at following and interpreting different social areas in international and national levels and also applies the problem-solving oriented practices. | 3 |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Collects, reviews and analyzes the data obtained which necessary for modelling applications in the Social Science. | |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Individually and/or in a team, takes responsibility, leadership, and works effectively. | 5 |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | In recognition of the need for lifelong learning, follows the latest developments in the field and improves himself/herself. | |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Uses Turkish, and at least one more foreign language, in accordance with the requirements of academic and work life. | 3 |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Understands and interprets the feelings, thoughts and behaviors of related persons correctly; and expresses himself/herself in written and oral forms accurately. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Improves his/herself constantly by defining educational requirements considering interests and talents in scientific, cultural, art and social fields besides career development. | 4 |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Questions traditional approaches, practices and methods; and develops and applies new study methods if necessary. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Recognizes and implements social, scientific and professional ethical values. | 4 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Develops skills of defining and analyzing the international, regional and national oriented issues, producing appropriate conflict-resolution techniques and negotiation skills. | 2 |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Develops critical thinking skills. | 5 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Definition of Democracy | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 2 | Democracies and its Varieties | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 3 | Definition of a State | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 4 | Cultural Determinants of Democracy | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 5 | Economic Determinants of Democracy | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 6 | Transition to Democracy | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 7 | Consolidation of Democracy | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Studying for Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Democracy in Plural Societies | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 10 | Consociationlism | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 11 | Elections in Plural Societies | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 12 | Democracy and Development | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 13 | Case Study: Democratization in Latin America | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 14 | Case Study: Democratization in Southern Europe | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 15 | Case Study: Democratization in Eastern Europe | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Studying for Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Studying for Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 6 | 84 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 141 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 5,64 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||