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| Unit | FACULTY OF SPORT SCIENCES |
| SPORTS MANAGEMENT PR. | |
| Code | SYBZ202 |
| Name | Sociology of Sport |
| Term | 2025-2026 Academic Year |
| Semester | 4. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | FE Field Education Courses C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Doç. Dr. İREM KAVASOĞLU |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to analyze how sport is structured as a social phenomenon, its reciprocal relationship with society, its effects on social structures, and various sociological issues arising in sports. Students will be able to evaluate the cultural, economic, political, and gender-related dimensions of sport from a sociological perspective.
Course Content
The course covers the relationship of sport with structures such as culture, gender, identity, media, economy, and politics, and discusses current sociological issues such as inequality, violence, and globalization in sport.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Hargreaves, J. (2000). Spor sosyolojisi (G. Koca, Çev.). İstanbul: Ayrıntı Yayınları.
Notes
Coakley, J. (2004). Sports in society: Issues and controversies. Boston, MA: McGraw-Hill. Jarvie, G. (2006). Sport, culture and society: An introduction. London: Routledge.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Explain the functioning of sport as a social phenomenon. |
| LO02 | Analyze the relationship between sport and cultural, economic, political, and social structures. |
| LO03 | Evaluate inequalities in sport such as gender, identity, class, and race from a sociological perspective. |
| LO04 | Discuss current social issues related to sport (e.g., violence, media, globalization). |
| LO05 | Develop a critical perspective by applying sociological theories to sport. |
| LO06 | Compare the impact of sport on society in both local and global contexts. |
| LO07 | Gain awareness about gender inequality in sports. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Defines information about management, leadership theories and concepts, sports organizations, problems, policies and historical processes in the field of sports management. | |
| PLO02 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Plans the knowledge and skill processes related to the field of sports management. | |
| PLO03 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Supervises the management processes regarding sports facilities and technologies. | |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Conducts internal and external environmental audits of sports organizations. | |
| PLO05 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | It adopts the use of sports culture, philosophy, organizational culture and ethical values in managerial processes. | |
| PLO06 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Determines organizational goals, objectives and strategies in the working environment. | |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Plans the technical, tactical and managerial skills processes of sports branches. | |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Implements the management functions of the institution and regulates its relations with its stakeholders. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Accesses information in the field of sports management and analyzes it using critical thinking skills. | |
| PLO10 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains information about general human anatomy, physiology and nutrition. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | By implementing the management functions of the institution, it analyzes and effectively manages its relations with its stakeholders. | |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Plans and manages sports organizations and events. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Organizes and implements projects/activities for sports institutions with a sense of social responsibility. | 1 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | There is no preparation for the first lesson. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap |
| 2 | Introduction to the Sociology of Sport | Watch videos introducing sports sociology | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 3 | Social Functions of Sport | Reading articles explaining the social dimensions of sports | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Grup Çalışması, Beyin Fırtınası, Anlatım |
| 4 | Sport and Culture | Watch videos explaining the relationship between sports and culture | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Örnek Olay, Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 5 | Sports and media | Reading research examining the effects of media on sports | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Örnek Olay, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 6 | Sports and economy | Watch videos that discuss the industrialization of sports and its effects | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Soru-Cevap, Anlatım |
| 7 | Sports and social media | Read an article examining the effects of social media on the world of sports | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Anlatım, Grup Çalışması, Örnek Olay |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Prepare to exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Sport and Politics | Examining world examples of sports and politics relationship | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Örnek Olay, Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 10 | Violence and Hooliganism in Sport | Examining violence in sports in the world and in Türkiye | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Örnek Olay |
| 11 | Race, Ethnicity, and Identity in Sport | Read articles examining the effects of race, ethnicity, and identity in sports | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Anlatım, Örnek Olay |
| 12 | Fan and sports | Analyzing fan groups around the world | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Anlatım, Örnek Olay |
| 13 | Family, social groups and sports | Reading research examining the role of family in sports | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 14 | Gender and sports | Watching videos on gender in sports | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Anlatım |
| 15 | Inclusive sport | Watch a video on inclusivity in sports | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Soru-Cevap, Grup Çalışması, Örnek Olay |
| 16 | Term Exams | Prepare to exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Prepare to exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 2 | 10 | 20 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 4 | 4 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 4 | 4 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 84 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,36 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||