UMYYO101 Introduction to Local Governments Istanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Provincial GovernmentsGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Provincial Governments
Associate TR-NQF-HE: Level 5 QF-EHEA: Short Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 5

General course introduction information

Course Code: UMYYO101
Course Name: Introduction to Local Governments
Course Semester: Fall
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: Compulsory
Course Level:
Associate TR-NQF-HE:5. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:Short Cycle EQF-LLL:5. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: E-Learning
Course Coordinator : Dr.Öğr.Üyesi DİLEK YALÇIN
Course Lecturer(s):
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: This course will understand local authorities and relevant laws and regulations and their applications. This course contents information about Local Government Units, municipalities, metropolitan municipalities, municipal laws.
Course Content: Explanation of Local Government Institutions
Metropolitan Municipality Law and Municipal Law
Local Government Election Process
Identification of the Municipal Councils
Municipalities tasks for Reconstruction and Scientific Affairs, Environment Directorate
Functions of Municipalities, Private Secretary, Registrar, Public Relations, Culture and Social Services
Special Provincial Administrations and District Governor's Office, the Central Government, Local Management Relations
Social municipality, municipal service, Participatory Municipal, Eco-Municipality Models.
Relationship Between the Concept of Governance and Local Authorities
Process of Local Agenda 21 Local Governments and the EU
City Councils, Women's Councils, Municipal Relations

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Knows the basic functions of local government.
2) Knows the function of local government in management
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) Local Government Concept
2) Disclosure of Local Government Agencies
3) Metropolitan Municipality Law and Municipality Law
4) Local Government Selection Process
5) Determination of Municipal Assemblies
6) Restructuring and Scientific Affairs municipalities, Environmental Directorate
7) Tasks of the Municipalities, Private Secretary, Writing Manager, Public Relations, Culture and Social Services
8) Midterm Exam
9) Special Provincial Administrations and District Governorship, Central Government, Local Government Relations
10) Social municipality, municipal service, participant municipality, eco-municipal models.
11) Relationship between the Concept of Governance and Local Governments
12) Local Agenda 21 Local Governments Process and the EU
13) City Councils, Women's Councils,
14) City Councils, Women's Councils,
15) Final Exam
16) Final Exam

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Yerel Yönetim Anlayışında Yeni Yaklaşımlar Sempozyumu
Seda H. Bostancı, Oya Sancar
2014, Es Yayıncılık, Okan Üniversitesi, İstanbul

References: Doç.Dr.Bekir PARLAK, Kuram ve Uygulamalarla Kamu Yönetimi,Alfa Yayınevi,2011.

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes

1

2

Program Outcomes
1) Having theoretical and practical knowledge at the basic level supported by textbooks, application tools and other resources with up-to-date information in the field based on the competences gained at secondary level.
2) To gain the ability to use the same level of theoretical and applied knowledge at the same level in an advanced education level or the same field in the field. To be able to interpret and evaluate data, to identify and analyze data, to develop evidence-based solution proposals using basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field.
3) To be able to transfer the thoughts at the level of basic knowledge and skills which are related to the field through written and oral communication. Share ideas and suggestions for solutions to issues related to the field with experts and non-experts. Using a foreign language at least in the European Language Portfolio A2 General Level to monitor information in the field and communicate with colleagues. To be able to use information and communication technologies with the computer software at least at the European Computer Use License
4) To be able to evaluate basic knowledge and skills in the field with a critical approach, to be able to identify and meet learning needs. be able to lead their study to an advanced level of education or to a profession at the same level. Learning to survive is not a conscious winner.
5) To have social, scientific, cultural and ethical values ​​in the stages of collection, application and announcement of data about the field. Universality of social rights, social justice, quality and cultural values ​​and environmental protection, occupational health and safety issues.
6) Be able to carry out a basic level of work independently of the field. Take responsibility as a team member to solve complex and unforeseen problems encountered in field related applications. Carrying out activities for the development of employees under the responsibility of a project.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Having theoretical and practical knowledge at the basic level supported by textbooks, application tools and other resources with up-to-date information in the field based on the competences gained at secondary level. 5
2) To gain the ability to use the same level of theoretical and applied knowledge at the same level in an advanced education level or the same field in the field. To be able to interpret and evaluate data, to identify and analyze data, to develop evidence-based solution proposals using basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field. 1
3) To be able to transfer the thoughts at the level of basic knowledge and skills which are related to the field through written and oral communication. Share ideas and suggestions for solutions to issues related to the field with experts and non-experts. Using a foreign language at least in the European Language Portfolio A2 General Level to monitor information in the field and communicate with colleagues. To be able to use information and communication technologies with the computer software at least at the European Computer Use License 3
4) To be able to evaluate basic knowledge and skills in the field with a critical approach, to be able to identify and meet learning needs. be able to lead their study to an advanced level of education or to a profession at the same level. Learning to survive is not a conscious winner. 1
5) To have social, scientific, cultural and ethical values ​​in the stages of collection, application and announcement of data about the field. Universality of social rights, social justice, quality and cultural values ​​and environmental protection, occupational health and safety issues. 1
6) Be able to carry out a basic level of work independently of the field. Take responsibility as a team member to solve complex and unforeseen problems encountered in field related applications. Carrying out activities for the development of employees under the responsibility of a project. 5

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Lesson
Web Based Learning

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 % 20
Final 1 % 80
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 20
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 80
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 42 588
Midterms 1 1 1
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 590