SOS540 The Media and Society Relationship: Continuity and ChangesIstanbul 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: SOS540
Course Name: The Media and Society Relationship: Continuity and Changes
Course Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 6
Language of instruction: TR
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Department Elective
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):
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: To enable students who learn the basic concepts about the media to meet the place of the media in society and its effects on society, to inform them about the future of the media and its legal regulations in Turkey and in the world, to develop their sensitivity on media ethics.
Course Content: Examines the effects between media and society.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Defines the concept of communication and the characteristics of mass media.
2) Describes how the media affects fields such as culture, literature and art with globalization.
3) Meets the methods and theories on the relationship and direction of the media with society at the highest level
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Mass communication and society Asa Briggs, Peter Burke, "Medyanın Toplumsal Tarihi", Tahir Karaboğa "Medya ve Toplum İlişkileri".
2) Information Society and Media Literacy Asa Briggs, Peter Burke, "Medyanın Toplumsal Tarihi", Tahir Karaboğa "Medya ve Toplum İlişkileri".
3) Gender concepts in the media Asa Briggs, Peter Burke, "Medyanın Toplumsal Tarihi", Tahir Karaboğa "Medya ve Toplum İlişkileri".
4) Relationship between media, public opinion and politics Asa Briggs, Peter Burke, "Medyanın Toplumsal Tarihi", Tahir Karaboğa "Medya ve Toplum İlişkileri".
5) Changing communication environment, new media and journalism Asa Briggs, Peter Burke, "Medyanın Toplumsal Tarihi", Tahir Karaboğa "Medya ve Toplum İlişkileri".
6) Social Media and Youth Asa Briggs, Peter Burke, "Medyanın Toplumsal Tarihi", Tahir Karaboğa "Medya ve Toplum İlişkileri".
7) Media and Othering Asa Briggs, Peter Burke, "Medyanın Toplumsal Tarihi", Tahir Karaboğa "Medya ve Toplum İlişkileri".
8) Midterm Exam Asa Briggs, Peter Burke, "Medyanın Toplumsal Tarihi", Tahir Karaboğa "Medya ve Toplum İlişkileri".
9) Audience and Society concepts, Media Impact Theories Asa Briggs, Peter Burke, "Medyanın Toplumsal Tarihi", Tahir Karaboğa "Medya ve Toplum İlişkileri".
10) The Changing Role and Importance of Media in Modern, Post-modern Societies Asa Briggs, Peter Burke, "Medyanın Toplumsal Tarihi", Tahir Karaboğa "Medya ve Toplum İlişkileri".
11) Media and Popular Culture Asa Briggs, Peter Burke, "Medyanın Toplumsal Tarihi", Tahir Karaboğa "Medya ve Toplum İlişkileri".
12) Media Consumption and Poverty Asa Briggs, Peter Burke, "Medyanın Toplumsal Tarihi", Tahir Karaboğa "Medya ve Toplum İlişkileri".
13) The Concept of Leisure and the Consumer Society Asa Briggs, Peter Burke, "Medyanın Toplumsal Tarihi", Tahir Karaboğa "Medya ve Toplum İlişkileri".
14) Final Exam Asa Briggs, Peter Burke, "Medyanın Toplumsal Tarihi", Tahir Karaboğa "Medya ve Toplum İlişkileri".

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Asa Briggs, Peter Burke, "Medyanın Toplumsal Tarihi"
References: Tahir Karaboğa "Medya ve Toplum İlişkileri".

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes

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2

3

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

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
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. 4
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
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
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. 4
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. 3
6) Combine sociology with other social sciences such as psychology, philosophy and anthropology, employ interdisciplinary approaches, and thereby develop new conceptualizations and interpretations. 4
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. 3
8) Acquire skills and competencies for taking initiative in evaluating and changing norms while implementing decisions in social problem areas. 4
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. 4
10) Know, contribute to, and participate in current sociological debates, and be ready to go ahead with a third cycle program. 4
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. 4

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Lesson
Homework

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
Midterms 1 70
Final 1 70
Total Workload 182