| Course Objectives: |
The primary aim of this course is to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of the conceptual foundations and historical trajectories of civil society. Beyond grasping its theoretical frameworks, students will critically engage with the empirical dimensions and contemporary manifestations of civil society within diverse social contexts. Particular emphasis will be placed on examining the multifaceted intersections of civil society with culture, politics, and modes of communication, encouraging students to analyze and interpret these dynamics through a critical and interdisciplinary lens. In doing so, the course seeks to foster the ability to connect conceptual knowledge with practical realities, enabling students to evaluate the role of civil society in processes of democratization, civic participation, citizenship, and broader social transformation from an informed and reflective perspective. |
| Course Content: |
In this course, civil society is examined both as a concept and as a historical phenomenon. As a concept, it is explored through a genealogical study tracing the thought of Hobbes, Locke, Hegel, Marx, and Gramsci, while also being discussed in relation to its contemporary interpretations and widely accepted meanings. |
Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) are those describing the knowledge, skills and competencies that students are expected to achieve upon successful completion of the course. In this context, Course Learning Outcomes defined for this course unit are as follows:
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| Knowledge
(Described as Theoritical and/or Factual Knowledge.)
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1) Students identify civil society actors, their activities, and the sphere of rights and freedoms that frames them.
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2) Students identify the conceptual and historical stages of transformation of civil society.
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3) Students identify civil society in relation to communication technologies and digital transformation.
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| Skills
(Describe as Cognitive and/or Practical Skills.)
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1) Students analyze digital transformation by relating it to political processes, cultural structures, and systems of meaning.
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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) Students conduct historical analysis in relation to the development of civil society’s modes of communication and technologies, as well as their connections to cultural and political patterns.
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Materials Sharing * |
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Related Preparation |
Further Study |
| 1) |
Introduction to the course |
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| 2) |
The Public Sphere from the Enlightenment to the Present |
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The Public Sphere from the Enlightenment to the Present-II |
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Thomas Hobbes and Civil Society |
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Rousseau and Civil Society |
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Friedrich Hegel, John Locke and Civil Society |
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Karl Marx, Adam Smith and Civil Society |
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| 8) |
Tocqueville ve Civil Society |
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| 9) |
Midterm Week |
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| 10) |
Communication in Civil Society Institutions I |
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| 11) |
Communication in Civil Society Institutions II |
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| 12) |
Civil Society and Globalization |
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| 13) |
Civil Society and the Internet I |
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| 14) |
Summary and Discussion |
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| 15) |
Final Examination Week |
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| 16) |
Final Examination Week |
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Programme Learning Outcomes |
Contribution Level (from 1 to 5) |
| 1) |
Explain the fundamental concepts, historical development, and theoretical framework of graphic design. |
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| 2) |
Define typography, color theory, and composition principles in visual communication design. |
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Evaluate the social, cultural, and ethical aspects of graphic design to develop an interdisciplinary perspective. |
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Develop original and innovative design solutions using creative problem-solving methods. |
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Apply visual hierarchy, perception psychology, and user experience (UX) principles to design for international markets. |
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Effectively use digital tools and design software to produce professional graphic design work. |
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Take responsibility in international graphic design projects individually or within a team to develop creative solutions. |
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Manage graphic design projects and plan processes while applying a professional work discipline. |
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Continuously improve by following global innovations, technologies, and methodologies in graphic design. |
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Adopt intercultural design principles to create visual solutions for global audiences. |
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Develop design solutions that are culturally sensitive, ethically appropriate, and sustainable. |
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Work independently or participate in teamwork within graphic design processes. |
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| WORKLOAD OF TEACHING & LEARNING ACTIVITIES |
| Teaching & Learning Activities |
# of Activities per semester |
Duration (hour) |
Total Workload |
| Course |
14 |
3 |
42 |
| Laboratory |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Application |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Special Course Internship (Work Placement) |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Field Work |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Study Hours Out of Class |
20 |
3 |
60 |
| Presentations / Seminar |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Project |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Homework Assignments |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Total Workload of Teaching & Learning Activities |
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102 |
| WORKLOAD OF ASSESMENT & EVALUATION ACTIVITIES |
| Assesment & Evaluation Activities |
# of Activities per semester |
Duration (hour) |
Total Workload |
| Quizzes |
2 |
2 |
4 |
| Midterms |
1 |
24 |
24 |
| Semester Final Exam |
1 |
23 |
23 |
| Total Workload of Assesment & Evaluation Activities |
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51 |
| TOTAL WORKLOAD (Teaching & Learning + Assesment & Evaluation Activities) |
153 |
| ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE (Total Workload/25.5 h) |
6 |