SOS501 Classical Sociological TheoriesIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Master of Arts in Social and Cultural Studies with thesisGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Master of Arts in Social and Cultural Studies with thesis
Master TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 QF-EHEA: Second Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 7

General course introduction information

Course Code: SOS501
Course Name: Classical Sociological Theories
Course Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 12
Language of instruction: TR
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Compulsory
Course Level:
Master TR-NQF-HE:7. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:Second Cycle EQF-LLL:7. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Prof. Dr. ESRA KÖTEN
Course Lecturer(s): Dr.Öğr.Üyesi CEM ZAFER
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to introduce students to the ideas and works of classical theoreticians who laid the foundations of the discipline of sociology.
Course Content: Karl Marx, Emile Durkheim, Max Weber's ideas, Georg Simmel, Thorstein Veblen, Charlotte Perkins Gilman, and W.E.B. Like DuBois, 19. The concepts, topics and theories of other prominent social thinkers who lived in the late 20th and early 20th century and made valuable contributions to theoretical sociology with their social analysis will be examined.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Define the basic issues of classical sociology theory.
2) Evaluate the ideas of important names in classical sociology theory.
3) Discuss how the theories of classical sociologists affect discipline.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
1) Will be able to distinguish and compare basic theoretical approaches.
Field Specific Competence
1) Explain different approaches and criticisms of sociology.
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction of the course
2) The Importance of Society and Social Theory Elliott, A. 2014. Contemporary Social Theory, pp. 1-17
3) Structural Functionalism: Parsons & Merton Dillon, M. 2014. Introduction to Sociological Theory, pp. 155-182.
4) Symbolic Interactionism and Sociology of Erving Goffman Johnson, D.P. Contemporary Sociological Theory, pp.109-136.
5) Theories of Conflict: Weberian Tradition Wallace, R. & Wolf, A. 1995. Contemporary Sociological Theory, pp. 142-181.
6) Neo-Marxism and Critical Theory Elliott, A. 2014. Contemporary Social Theory, pp. 40-142.
7) Contemporary Critical Theory: Jürgen Habermas Elliott, A. 2014. Contemporary Social Theory, pp. 177-205.
8) Midterm
9) Sexuality, Body and Power: Michel Foucault Dillon, M. 2014. Introduction to Sociological Theory, ss. 369-392.
10) Structuring Theories : Giddens and Bourdieu I Elliott, A. 2014. Contemporary Social Theory, pp. 144-175.
11) Structuring Theories : Giddens and Bourdieu II Elliott, A. 2014. Contemporary Social Theory, pp. 144-175.
12) SPRING BREAK
13) Networks, Risks, Flows: Bauman and Beck Elliott, A. 2014. Contemporary Social Theory, pp. 291-330.
14) Networks, Risks, Flows: Bauman and Beck Elliott, A. 2014. Contemporary Social Theory, pp. 291-330.

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: • Aristoteles. (1993) Politika, (çev. M. Tunçay) İstanbul: Remzi Kitabevi.
• Arslan, Ahmet. (1997) İbn-i Haldun’un İlim ve Fikir Dünyası, Ankara: Vadi Yayınları.
• Aron, Raymond. (1989) Sosyolojik Düşüncenin Evreleri, (çev. Korkmaz Alemdar)
• Ankara: Bilgi Yayınevi.
• Barnes, Harry Elmer. (1948). An Introduction to the History of Sociology, Chicago ve Londra: The University of Chicago Press.
• De Tocqueville, Alexis de. (1962) Amerikan Demokrasisi (çev. Taner Timur) İstanbul:
• El-Fârâbî, Ebu Nasr. (1997) İdeal Devlet, (açıklamalı çev. A. Arslan) Ankara: Vadi Yayınları.
• İbn Haldun, (1990) Mukaddime I, (çev. Zakir K. Ugan): İstanbul: MEB Yayınları.
• Swingewood, Alan. (1991) A Short History of Sociological Thought, (2nd ed.) Macmillan. Ders notları
References: • İbn Haldun, (1990) Mukaddime I, (çev. Zakir K. Ugan): İstanbul: MEB Yayınları.
• Swingewood, Alan. (1991) A Short History of Sociological Thought, (2nd ed.) Macmillan. Ders notları

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) Learn which concepts and theories in sociology are used in production of knowledge and how the knowledge produced is grounded in social reality.
2) Learn which sociological approaches and methods of analysis are used in which sociological fields and areas of specialization, and present and publish the original findings from these analyses, both individually and in teams, in accordance with academic principles.
3) Discuss critically cause and effect relationships used in sociological perspectives; thereby formulate visions, aims and targets by identifying gaps in the existing knowledge in their areas of interest.
4) Analyze and determine the formation, the structure and future development of such institutions as family, state, education and religion critically and scientifically; and develop policy proposals for implementation.
5) Gain lifelong learning skills and competencies, use them in everyday life situations and professional contexts, and thereby develop, implement and manage projects, with socially responsible approaches.
6) Combine sociology with other social sciences such as psychology, philosophy and anthropology, employ interdisciplinary approaches, and thereby develop new conceptualizations and interpretations.
7) Learn to conduct sociological research by using both qualitative and quantitative methods, select the subject, develop a research question, formulate a theoretical framework with variables and hypotheses, prepare questionnaires, collect and analyze data from a sample, write a research report, and disseminate the findings in professional fields of interest within a social, cultural, and ethical framework.
8) Acquire skills and competencies for taking initiative in evaluating and changing norms while implementing decisions in social problem areas.
9) Pursue national and international publications and innovations and thereby find solutions to problems using qualitative and quantitative data and publish and disseminate best practices.
10) Know, contribute to, and participate in current sociological debates, and be ready to go ahead with a third cycle program.
11) Have unbiased attitudes towards the universality of social rights and social justice, value high standards of quality, respect cultural values, promote environmental protection, health and work safety at work, and be open to change.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

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Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Learn which concepts and theories in sociology are used in production of knowledge and how the knowledge produced is grounded in social reality.
2) Learn which sociological approaches and methods of analysis are used in which sociological fields and areas of specialization, and present and publish the original findings from these analyses, both individually and in teams, in accordance with academic principles.
3) Discuss critically cause and effect relationships used in sociological perspectives; thereby formulate visions, aims and targets by identifying gaps in the existing knowledge in their areas of interest.
4) Analyze and determine the formation, the structure and future development of such institutions as family, state, education and religion critically and scientifically; and develop policy proposals for implementation.
5) Gain lifelong learning skills and competencies, use them in everyday life situations and professional contexts, and thereby develop, implement and manage projects, with socially responsible approaches.
6) Combine sociology with other social sciences such as psychology, philosophy and anthropology, employ interdisciplinary approaches, and thereby develop new conceptualizations and interpretations.
7) Learn to conduct sociological research by using both qualitative and quantitative methods, select the subject, develop a research question, formulate a theoretical framework with variables and hypotheses, prepare questionnaires, collect and analyze data from a sample, write a research report, and disseminate the findings in professional fields of interest within a social, cultural, and ethical framework.
8) Acquire skills and competencies for taking initiative in evaluating and changing norms while implementing decisions in social problem areas.
9) Pursue national and international publications and innovations and thereby find solutions to problems using qualitative and quantitative data and publish and disseminate best practices.
10) Know, contribute to, and participate in current sociological debates, and be ready to go ahead with a third cycle program.
11) Have unbiased attitudes towards the universality of social rights and social justice, value high standards of quality, respect cultural values, promote environmental protection, health and work safety at work, and be open to change.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Lesson
Reading
Q&A / Discussion

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 1 % 40
Final 1 % 60
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 14 42
Field Work 1 60
Study Hours Out of Class 1 90
Midterms 1 70
Final 1 90
Total Workload 352